Job Description

Department Name: 14000:Office Of Development

Job Summary:

The University of Kentucky Office of Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement is looking for an executive assistant to support the Associate Vice President for Philanthropy. This position provides advanced-level administrative support, maintains calendars and coordinates the day-to-day operations for the philanthropy office. This position directly interacts with senior level executives across the enterprise as well as our high-level donors. The assistant will manage complex calendars, travel, correspondence and special projects of a highly confidential and sensitive nature and the maintenance of such documents. The applicant will be someone of high ethical standards who is able to communicate and represent the UK Office of Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement, as well as adhere to standards of confidentiality and professionalism. The applicant will have good communication and time management skills, be organized and detailed oriented.

The culture within the Office of Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement ( PAE ) is built on our shared core values CoMMIT– Collaboration, Communication, Mission Driven, Mutual Respect, Innovation and Transparency.

By applying for a position within UK PAE , you are indicating your commitment and expressing your agreement to our six values. It is important you share these values in order to be part of our committed team!

Skills /Knowledge/Abilities:

The ideal candidate will have the ability to work independently while managing multiple tasks and/or projects while accurately completing routine functions in a fast paced, high intensity, professional work environment; proficient in Microsoft Office; excellent attention to detail; exceptional planning and organizational skill; effective written and verbal communication skills; ability to solve routine problems and manage resources; demonstrated ability to provide superior customer service, time management, and judgment; and respect for confidentiality and diversity.

Position Time Status: Full-Time

Required Education:

AA

Required Related Experience:

5 yrs

Required License/Registration/Certification :

None

Preferred Education/Experience:

Associate's Degree + 4 years of administrative/clerical experience.

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.

About University of Kentucky

Adjacent to downtown Lexington, UK is nestled in the scenic heart of the beautiful Bluegrass Region of Kentucky. UK's campus covers more than 814 acres, with more than 30,700 students and 13,500 full-time employees, including nearly 2,400 full-time faculty and librarians.

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