Disability Program Administrator I at University of Kentucky – Lexington, Kentucky

University of Kentucky

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

Posting Details Posting Details Job TitleDisability Program Administrator IRequisition NumberRE52771Working TitleAssistive Technology & Knowledge Translation CoordinatorDepartment Name40526:Interdisciplinary Human DeveloWork LocationLexington, KYGrade Level44Salary Range$43,805-70,075/yearType of PositionStaffPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired Education

MA

Click here for more information about equivalencies:https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalenciesRequired Related Experience

3 yrs

Required License/Registration/CertificationNonePhysical RequirementsWhile there are physical, psychosocial and cognitive requirements of the position, the job duties can be accommodated for essential functions being completed in a variety of ways.ShiftMonday-Friday-8:00-5:00 occasional evenings/weekendsJob SummaryThe Human Development Institute (HDI) at the University of Kentucky is Kentucky’s Center on Disability.

HDI is seeking a Disability Program Administrator I to join our team and serve as an Assistive Technology & Knowledge Translation Coordinator.

Position responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Conduct home accessibility assessments and develop recommendations for environmental modifications and automation
• Curate, match, and redeploy assistive technology
• Maintain inventory and coordinate repairs
• Translate disability and rehabilitation research into practical applications for stakeholders
• Coordinate initiatives and provide expertise across HDI projects and partner units

The ideal candidate for this position will have experience in home accessibility and assistive technology with strong communication and organizational skills, and will be able to work independently and collaborate effectively.

Please ensure all uploaded documents are accessible documents.

This position is contingent upon the successful allocation and receipt of funds from federal and/or state agencies.

Internal Employee Being ConsideredSkills / Knowledge / AbilitiesDoes this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/ExperiencePreferred: Driver’s licenseDeadline to Apply01/15/2026Our University CommunityWe 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.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Do you have experience conducting person-centered assessments that include evaluating environmental accessibility and usability?
   • Yes
   • No
2. * Are you familiar with curating and redeploying assistive technology devices, including performing quality control and coordinating repairs?
   • Yes
   • No

Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume

Optional Documents