Job Title: Student Ambassador, Office of LGBTQ* Resources
Requisition Number: DU11972
Department Name: 1B221:LGBTQ Resources
Work Location: Lexington, KY
Salary Range: $14.00/hour
Type of Position: Student
Position Time Status : Part-Time
Required Education: Must be pursuing a Bachelor's degree at the University of Kentucky and maintain a 2.5 cumulative GPA.
Required Related Experience: Excellent verbal and non-verbal communication skills.
Required License/Registration/Certification: NA
Physical Requirements: Must be able to sit for long periods of time. Occasional light lifting and standing may be required.
Shift: Scheduled 10 to 20 hours per week during center hours (M-F 9a-6p); occasional weekend or evening events as needed
Job Summary: This position is only open to undergraduate students at the University of Kentucky. The Office of LGBTQ* Resources is seeking an enthusiastic staff member who assists with general office duties including promotion, preparation and execution of office programs, events and workshops, in addition to participating in regular staff meetings, retreats and trainings. This individual serves as students' first point of contact with our office, as well as ambassadors for LGBTQ programming. Desk staff responsibilities including welcoming and directing guests, answering and directing phone calls, and event promotion. Duties also include scheduling appointments, working with office technology, and maintaining a clean and organized center. Ambassador responsibilities include, but are not limited to assisting with marketing tasks such as tabling at special events, serving on student panels, and representing the office during recruitment events.
This position is Federal Work-Study eligible, if you qualify. Skills / Knowledge / Abilities: Excellent verbal and written communication; critical thinking and decision making skills; willing to represent the center at events on and off campus
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? : No
Preferred Education/Experience: NA
Deadline to Apply: 04/16/2024
University Community of Inclusion: The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
