University of Kentucky
Lexington, Kentucky, United States
(on-site)
Posted
1 day ago
Job Function
Other
Description
University of Kentucky
Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.
Posting Details
Posting Details
| Job Title | STEPS Security Worker |
|---|---|
| Requisition Number | TE09124 |
| Department Name | 81400:Fleet Services |
| Work Location | Lexington, KY |
| Salary Range | $15.00 - $18.00/hour |
| Type of Position | Temporary |
| Position Time Status | Full-Time |
| Required Education | High School or GED |
| Required Related Experience | |
| Required License/Registration/Certification | Valid Driver's License |
| Physical Requirements | Walking for extended periods of time; Lifting, pushing, or pulling of objects up to 50 lbs.; sitting/ walking/standing for long periods of time; handling intermittent periods of high levels of stress. |
| Shift | This position requires an average commitment of five days per week (37.5 hours per week). Work hours will generally fall within one of the following shifts:
Shifts may be assigned on any day of the week, including weekends. Occasional daytime assignments may be required to meet operational needs. The position requires availability to work some holidays and during university breaks, including winter, spring, and summer sessions. Employees in this role must also be flexible and available to report to work on short notice during weather-related or emergency university closures. |
| Job Summary | Join our team today as a STEPS Security Worker! Responsibilities include:
The role demands strong observational skills, the ability to work independently, remain alert during overnight hours, and comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions, with frequent walking, standing, and climbing during the shift, plus the ability to lift up to 50 pounds. |
| Skills / Knowledge / Abilities | Security work, able to work various hours, especially weekends and/or weekday evenings. Some holidays and during university breaks. Flexibility to report during weather related or emergency university closures |
| Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? | No |
| Preferred Education/Experience | At least 1 year of related experience. |
| Deadline to Apply | 12/17/2025 |
| 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. 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 indicate your paid employment experience working in security or law enforcement.
- 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
- * Briefly describe your security experience.
(Open Ended Question)
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
PI279784383
Job ID: 81195002
