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Posted August 01, 2026

STEPS Academic Advisor

University of Kentucky
Lexington, Kentucky, United States 40502 Full Time
Reference: 286208039


University of Kentucky

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

Posting Details
Posting Details

Job Title STEPS Academic Advisor
Requisition Number TE09453
Department Name 1B240: University Advising
Work Location Lexington, KY
Salary Range $22.50
Type of Position Temporary
Position Time Status Full-Time
Required Education
MA + 3 yrs
Required Related Experience
Required License/Registration/Certification
Physical Requirements
Sitting for long periods of time.
Shift
40 hours per week; Mostly Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
Job Summary
The Lewis Honors Academic Advisor supports the intellectual and personal development of Honors students through individualized advising and group programming. Individual advising is a core benefit of the Lewis Honors College, with advisors fostering student success through personalized academic planning that helps students fully engage in the Honors experience.

In the STEPS Academic Advisor role, you will:
  • Guide students in developing and completing their Honors plan
  • Integrate curriculum, experiential learning, and thesis work
  • Contribute to Honors programming and student success initiatives
  • And more!
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Communication, analytic and problem solving skills
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred Education/Experience
Deadline to Apply 08/17/2026
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 (*).

  1. * Describe the significance of an academic advisor to an undergraduate student.

    (Open Ended Question)

  2. * How can academic advisors improve success outcomes for their students?

    (Open Ended Question)


Applicant Documents
Required Documents
  1. Resume
Optional Documents
  1. Cover Letter




Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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