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Lexington, Kentucky, 40502, United States

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Administrative Staff Officer II at University of Kentucky

University of Kentucky

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Job Title	Administrative Staff Officer II
Requisition Number	RE54141
Working Title	Business Officer
Department Name	81060:PLANT AND SOIL SCIENCES
Work Location	Lexington, KY
Grade Level	45
Salary Range	$47,278-78,000/year
Type of Position	Staff
Position Time Status	Full-Time
Required Education	BA
Click here for more information about equivalencies:	https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience	3 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification	None
Physical Requirements	Sitting at a desk for long periods of time
Shift	Monday – Friday, 8:00-5:00
Job Summary	The Department of Plant & Soil Sciences in Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food, and Environment is seeking an integral position of Business Officer to oversee the daily financial operations of our large unit. The department’s programs include all mission areas – teaching, research and extension – and in our broad areas of interest – crop science, environmental science, plant molecular biology and soil science. The department has over 40 faculty members and 60+ staff members, as well as post-doctoral scholars, graduate research assistants and visiting scholars. The Business Officer role is key for ensuring accuracy of expenses, including payroll, state, federal, income, gift, endowment, and service center accounts. The position collaborates in the budget management and annual projection of the department in partnership with the Chair. About the Role The Business Officer ensures the accuracy, compliance, and integrity of all departmental financial activities, including payroll, state and federal funds, income, gift, endowment, and service center accounts. This role provides oversight of administrative operations and mentors staff responsible for grant management, travel, Procard, and human resource functions, ensuring efficient processes and adherence to institutional policies. Why Join Us At the Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment, you’ll find a community that values collaboration, growth, and recognition. Benefits of joining our team include: Exceptional benefits package. A formal mentoring program to support your professional development Access to a staff development fund for continued learning and skill building Dedicated staff recognition programs that celebrate your contributions A shared commitment to making the University of Kentucky the University of, for, and with Kentucky Join us in shaping the future of teaching and learning—where innovation meets impact. For additional information about the Plant & Soil Science please click here. To find out more about Martin-Gatton CAFE and how the college supports the mission of this being the University of, for, and with Kentucky, Click Here.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities	MS Window, Excel, UK Portal, SAP, Tableau, etc. and university policies.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?	Yes
Preferred Education/Experience	Bachelor’s degree + experience in accounting at UK is preferred.
Deadline to Apply	05/13/2026
Our University Community	We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone 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. The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status. 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.

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* Please choose the answer that best describes your years of paid, full-time employment experience monitoring budgets of research accounts.
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- More than 0, up through 1 year
- More than 1 year, up through 3 years
- More than 3 years, up through 5 years
- More than 5 years
* Please choose the option that best represents your experience with finance and budgeting, specifically in relation to data manipulation and reporting tools such as Excel, Access, SQL, SAP, BEx Web Reporting applications, BTS Budget Prep, Enterprise, etc.
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- More than 0, up through 1 year
- More than 1 year, up through 3 years
- More than 3 years, up through 5 years
- More than 5 years
* Describe your work experience providing customer service in a fast-paced work environment.
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* Rate your level of experience with accounting/budget procedures (including but not limited to payroll & on-line purchasing).
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- More than 0, up through 1 year
- More than 1 year, up through 3 years
- More than 3 years, up through 5 years
- More than 5 years
* In your previous experience, describe how you assigned tasks to staff you supervised and followed up to ensure tasks were completed.
(Open Ended Question)

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