Graduate Assistant-Hospitality Unit at University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky

Job Description:

University of Kentucky

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

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Job Title	Graduate Assistant-Hospitality Unit
Requisition Number	DU13230
Department Name	12E00:UKAA - External Operations
Work Location	Lexington, KY
Salary Range	This position will include a combination of tuition waiver and monthly stipend not to exceed a pre-determined allocation. Additional compensation over the summer months will be determined at the discretion/need of the athletics department.
Type of Position	Student
Position Time Status	Full-Time
Required Education	Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution in Hospitality or Sports Management.
Required Related Experience	None
Required License/Registration/Certification	None
Physical Requirements	To be able to lift, push, pull objects up to 50 lbs.
Shift	Days, Evenings & Weekends
Job Summary	The University of Kentucky Athletics Department is currently seeking candidates for one graduate assistant position in the UK Athletics Hospitality. This position will assist one full time staff member in the coordination and operation 69 suites, three club areas, UK Athletic special events and external events in Kroger Field. The GA position has been posted on the UK Jobs and NCAA sites. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: • Assisting in the day to day operations, setup/strike of assigned events. • Scheduling, setup/strike for assigned facility space(s). Physical labor & heavy lifting required at times. • Upkeep and maintenance of assigned inventory, supplies, materials and equipment. • This position will also have the opportunity to gain experience creating the best hospitality to BBN members and other special events. • General office duties. • Other duties as assigned. This is not a formal Graduate Assistantship through the UK Graduate School, however, this position will include a combination of tuition waiver and monthly stipend not to exceed a pre-determined allocation. Additional compensation over the summer months will be determined at the discretion/need of the athletics department. The Graduate Assistantship is a two year commitment, renewable after the first year at the discretion of the athletics department. Please include three professional references (Specific Request #1) along with the resume and cover letter Start Date: 8-1-2025
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities	Passionate, dedicated, hard-working and organized with excellent written/verbal communication skills and a strong desire to pursue a career in athletic event operations. Superior integrity, ownership, accountability and responsibility. Prior experience in athletic event/facility operations. Familiar with NCAA procedures and protocols. Extra consideration will be given to qualified in-state applicants.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?	No
Preferred Education/Experience	Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution in Hospitality or Sports Management. Written documentation of admission to the UK Graduate School in Sports Leadership or other departmental approved graduate programs. Must be willing to work long hours including nights, weekends and holidays in addition to weekly office hours scheduled around university classes. Availability to work all home football games is mandatory.
Deadline to Apply	04/21/2025
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. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities. 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. * How many years of experience do you have working in an athletic department at a university?
   • 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
2. * How many years of experience do you have working at or coordinating athletic events?
   • None
   • More than 0, up through 3 years
   • More than 3 years, up through 5 years
   • More than 5 years
3. * As part of the Southeastern Conference, candidates considered for staff or coaching positions within UK Athletics are required to disclose any unethical conduct. Please answer the below questions regarding your personal NCAA record. Have you ever been charged with a violation of NCAA 10.1 Unethical Conduct by the NCAA or any NCAA member institution?
   • Yes
   • No
4. * Have you ever been charged with a NCAA Level I, II or III, secondary or major violation?
   • Yes
   • No
5. * Are you currently involved in any pending NCAA investigation, charges and/or violations of NCAA legislation?
   • Yes
   • No
6. * Has the NCAA Committee on Infractions ever issued you show-cause penalty?
   • Yes
   • No
7. * If you answered yes, to either of the previous two questions, please list all violations in which you’ve been charged or were involved. If you answered no to both of the previous questions please type: N/A

   (Open Ended Question)

8. * I agree to and understand that failure to disclose any NCAA violation or false information regarding my NCAA compliance history will result in removal of my application for consideration.
   • Yes
   • No

Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter
3. Specific Request 1

Optional Documents

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