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Job Title	Administrative Support Associate I - East Region
Requisition Number	RE54929
Working Title
Department Name	81300:EXTENSION FIELD PROGRAMS
Work Location	Jackson, KY
Grade Level	41
Salary Range	$15.83-25.30/hour
Type of Position	Staff
Position Time Status	Full-Time
Required Education	AA
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	Lifting, pushing, pulling objects up to 50 pounds; sitting for long periods of time.
Shift	Monday-Friday (8:00 am – 5:00 pm); occasional nights, weekends or holidays may be required
Job Summary	Job Title: Administrative Support Associate – East Region Location: Jackson, KY; University of Kentucky Robinson Center About the Role: The Cooperative Extension Eastern Region in the Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment is seeking a dynamic, detail-oriented Administrative Support Associate to support the work of our Regional Cooperative Extension Area Directors. Under the supervision of the Regional Director, the person filling this position will perform duties of a general office administrative assistant including receptionist, typist, computer operator, office equipment operator, file clerk and other duties as assigned. Specifically, the Administrative Support Associate will be responsible for the management of confidential financial and personnel records, management of daily operations, management of information delivery, and leadership and training for county support staff. It is expected that the selected candidate perform these functions in a professional manner including punctuality, proper use of written and verbal grammar, professional dress, and a professional disposition. The Administrative Support Associate will become knowledgeable of the philosophy, goals and objectives, policies and procedures of the Kentucky Cooperative Extension Service. 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: 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 on Cooperative Extension 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	Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Access, Publisher, Office 365, Teams, Skype for Business; Zoom; QuickBooks; organizational skills; and time management. Familiarity with office equipment including scanners, copiers, fax machines, etc.; knowledge and use of a multi-line phone system.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?	No
Preferred Education/Experience	Associates degree with at least 3 years of clerical, administrative and/or office support experience preferred. Driver’s license preferred.
Deadline to Apply	07/19/2026
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 indicate your years of providing administrative, clerical, or office support (full time equivalent).
- None
- 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, up through 10 years
- More than 10 years
* Describe your experience with the following items: Microsoft Office Software, Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, Quicken, QuickBooks, PowerPoint, Publisher, Adobe, & Drupal as well as production and distribution of monthly newsletters, flyers, etc.
(Open Ended Question)
* Do you or a family member serve as a member on any county Extension District Board in Kentucky? If yes, please state the family member’s name and the county for which either you or this individual serves as a member of the Extension District Board.
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* Where did you first see this position advertised?
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- Received an email about the posting
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- Friend or Family
- Journal of Extension
- Indeed.com
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