Job Description
University of Kentucky
Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.
Posting Details
Posting Details
| Job Title | Administrative Staff Officer II |
|---|---|
| Requisition Number | RE54141 |
| Working Title | Business Officer |
| Department Name | 81060:PLANT AND SOIL SCIENCES |
| Work Location | Lexington, KY |
| Grade Level | 45 |
| Salary Range | $47,278-78,000/year |
| Type of Position | Staff |
| Position Time Status | Full-Time |
| Required Education | BA |
| Click here for more information about equivalencies: | https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies |
| Required Related Experience | 3 yrs |
| Required License/Registration/Certification | None |
| Physical Requirements | Sitting at a desk for long periods of time |
| Shift | Monday – Friday, 8:00-5:00 |
| Job Summary | The Department of Plant & Soil Sciences in Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food, and Environment is seeking an integral position of Business Officer to oversee the daily financial operations of our large unit. The department’s programs include all mission areas – teaching, research and extension – and in our broad areas of interest – crop science, environmental science, plant molecular biology and soil science. The department has over 40 faculty members and 60+ staff members, as well as post-doctoral scholars, graduate research assistants and visiting scholars. The Business Officer role is key for ensuring accuracy of expenses, including payroll, state, federal, income, gift, endowment, and service center accounts. The position collaborates in the budget management and annual projection of the department in partnership with the Chair. About the Role The Business Officer ensures the accuracy, compliance, and integrity of all departmental financial activities, including payroll, state and federal funds, income, gift, endowment, and service center accounts. This role provides oversight of administrative operations and mentors staff responsible for grant management, travel, Procard, and human resource functions, ensuring efficient processes and adherence to institutional policies. Why Join Us At the Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment, you’ll find a community that values collaboration, growth, and recognition. Benefits of joining our team include:
Join us in shaping the future of teaching and learning—where innovation meets impact. For additional information about the Plant & Soil Science please click here. To find out more about Martin-Gatton CAFE and how the college supports the mission of this being the University of, for, and with Kentucky, Click Here. |
| Skills / Knowledge / Abilities | MS Window, Excel, UK Portal, SAP, Tableau, etc. and university policies. |
| Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? | Yes |
| Preferred Education/Experience | Bachelor’s degree + experience in accounting at UK is preferred. |
| Deadline to Apply | 05/13/2026 |
| 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. 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 (*).
- * Please choose the answer that best describes your years of paid, full-time employment experience monitoring budgets of research accounts.
- 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
- * Please choose the option that best represents your experience with finance and budgeting, specifically in relation to data manipulation and reporting tools such as Excel, Access, SQL, SAP, BEx Web Reporting applications, BTS Budget Prep, Enterprise, etc.
- 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
- * Describe your work experience providing customer service in a fast-paced work environment.
(Open Ended Question)
- * Rate your level of experience with accounting/budget procedures (including but not limited to payroll & on-line purchasing).
- 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
- * In your previous experience, describe how you assigned tasks to staff you supervised and followed up to ensure tasks were completed.
(Open Ended Question)
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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