University of Kentucky
Job Title
STEPS Facilities Events Specialist
Overview The Gatton Student Center
STEPS Facilities Event Specialist
reports directly to the Student Center Operations Specialist and performs set-up and breakdown to ensure safety and efficiency for all meetings and events in the UK Student Center and select other locations.
Responsibilities
Collaborating with Event Management Office, directs student employees in proper set-up
Responsible for transporting equipment and materials to and from specified locations – including picking up and delivering goods, furniture and staging, loading, delivery, unloading, and placement/installation of all event equipment and materials
Coordinates with the Event Management Office to provide equipment, furniture and materials for various University-related meetings and events
Qualifications
Required Education: HS
Required Related Experience: None
Preferred Education/Experience: Setup and break down of events, transporting materials.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?: No
Physical Requirements Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects up to and possibly over 50 lbs. Standing or walking carrying objects up to 25 lbs.
Shift Hours will be scheduled by supervisor (40 hours/week). 3pm-11:30pm.
Deadline to Apply 01/30/2026
Benefits 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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Overview The Gatton Student Center
STEPS Facilities Event Specialist
reports directly to the Student Center Operations Specialist and performs set-up and breakdown to ensure safety and efficiency for all meetings and events in the UK Student Center and select other locations.
Responsibilities
Collaborating with Event Management Office, directs student employees in proper set-up
Responsible for transporting equipment and materials to and from specified locations – including picking up and delivering goods, furniture and staging, loading, delivery, unloading, and placement/installation of all event equipment and materials
Coordinates with the Event Management Office to provide equipment, furniture and materials for various University-related meetings and events
Qualifications
Required Education: HS
Required Related Experience: None
Preferred Education/Experience: Setup and break down of events, transporting materials.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?: No
Physical Requirements Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects up to and possibly over 50 lbs. Standing or walking carrying objects up to 25 lbs.
Shift Hours will be scheduled by supervisor (40 hours/week). 3pm-11:30pm.
Deadline to Apply 01/30/2026
Benefits 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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