CARES First -Generation Student Leadership and Support Service Ambassador

CARES First
-Generation Student Leadership and Support Service Ambassador

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Student Leadership and Support Service Ambassador. This student position supports the CARES First-Generation Student Success Center’s operations, providing front desk services and outreach to students, families, staff and partners.

• Requisition Number : DU14275
• Department : 1B250:
  
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• Work Location :
  Lexington, KY
• Compensation : $12.00 – $15.00 per hour
• Type of Position :
  Student
• Time Status :
  Part‑Time
• Required Education :
  Must be enrolled as a student at UK
• Physical Requirements :
  • Ability to sit or stand for extended periods while working at the front desk
  • Occasional lifting or movement of light materials related to events or office operations
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The CARES First‑Generation Student Leadership and Support Service Ambassador serves as a key ambassador and operational support role within the CARES First‑Generation Student Success Center. This position creates a welcoming, inclusive, and student‑centered environment while supporting day‑to‑day operations of the office, including services, events, activities, and front desk operations. Student Leaders are the first point of contact for students, families, staff, and campus partners, providing accurate information, assisting with program and service navigation, supporting student intake, and modeling professionalism, care, and accountability consistent with CARES First‑Generation values.

In addition to front desk responsibilities, Student Leaders assist with outreach efforts, communication support, data tracking, event fruitful, and special projects that advance the ACT model. Through this work, Student Leaders gain meaningful leadership experience and exposure to student success operations, peer support practices, and higher education administration.

• Operate the front desk and provide information to students and stakeholders
• Assist with student intake and service navigation
• Coordinate outreach efforts and communication support
• Track data and assist with event coordination
• Support special projects that advance the ACT model
• Maintain confidentiality and exercise() s sound judgment

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Dependability and professionalism
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and responsibilities
• Attention to detail and organizational skills
• Comfort working with various student populations
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• Willin>g willingness to learn and take initiative

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01/21/2026

The University follows both 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. The University is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.