Job Description

Posting Details

Job Title

Student Affairs Support Associate

Requisition Number

RE52101

Working Title

Department Name

8Z260: University Registrar

Work Location

Lexington, KY

Grade Level

42

Salary Range

$17.41-27.87/hour

Type of Position

Staff

Position Time Status

Full-Time

Required Education

AA

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Required Related Experience

4 yrs

Required License/Registration/Certification

None

Physical Requirements

Sitting at the Computer for long periods of time.

Shift

Monday - Friday; 8:00 am - 5:00 pm (40 hours/week).

Job Summary

Evaluate student files for purpose of scheduling final and qualifying exams; approve doctoral advisory committee and approve any committee modifications; communicate with directors of graduate studies regarding potential deficiencies and resolve issues related to the administration of each exam, as required; maintain program reference materials related to degree requirements. Monitor progress towards completion of degree requirements; oversee student files of all degree candidates; certify completion of degree requirements; reviews formatting requirements for dissertations and thesis prior to acceptance and publication. Review electronic theses and dissertations for format and satisfaction of technical requirements; cooperate with university archives for proper archiving: and maintenance of ETD guidelines.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Must have excellent planning and organizing skills and exhibit dependability and attention to detail. Must be able to work independently as well as in the team concept. Should have excellent communication skills in addition to customer service orientation. MS Word, MS Excel, general computer fluency and database maintenance skills are necessary.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

No

Preferred Education/Experience

Deadline to Apply

11/06/2025

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