University of Kentucky
Lexington, Kentucky, United States
(on-site)
Posted
5 days ago
Specialty
Other
Description
University of Kentucky
Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.
Posting Details
Posting Details
| Job Title | FWS Fall 2025, Lexington History Museum - Museum Attendant |
|---|---|
| Requisition Number | DU13721 |
| Department Name | 1B531:Federal Work Study |
| Work Location | 210 N Broadway Lexington, KY, 40507 |
| Salary Range | $12.50 - $13.50 |
| Type of Position | Student |
| Position Time Status | Part-Time |
| Required Education | High school diploma. |
| Required Related Experience | N/A |
| Required License/Registration/Certification | N/A |
| Physical Requirements | Ability to lift up to 30 lbs. |
| Shift | Thursday and Friday, 12:00pm 4:00pm Saturday, 10:00am 4:00pm |
| Job Summary | The Museum Attendant will be responsible for greeting visitors, handling admissions, and providing information about exhibits and programs. The Attendant will also provide support with events, as needed which can include setup/breakdown and helping staff guide visitors through the experience. Duties will also include general museum maintenance such as vacuuming and dusting, and helping to maintain safety of the exhibits and objects therein. The Attendant will also help the Museum to track attendance and will assist with data entry related to visitation. |
| Skills / Knowledge / Abilities | Excellent communication skills; interest in sharing history; interest in the humanities; ability to handle simple monetary exchanges; confidence and openness to provide the best experience for every potential visitor. |
| Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? | No |
| Preferred Education/Experience | Retail (exchanging money for goods or services), greeter, event staff, and public service in general. History, Communications, Library Science, Museum Studies, English, and Political Science (Humanities) majors preferred. |
| Deadline to Apply | 09/30/2025 |
| 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 (*).
- * Have you been awarded Federal Work Study?(If you are unsure, or you have not yet been awarded Federal Work Study, please contact the Student Financial Aid office at (859) 257-3172 and ask to speak with your counselor.)
- Yes
- No
- * Please state your current 8-digit UKID number and LinkBlue ID
(Open Ended Question)
- * Kentucky state law requires anyone who works after 10:30 p.m. on school nights (Sunday - Thursday), and after 1:00 a.m. on non-school nights (Friday - Sunday), to be 18+ years of age. Are you over the age of 18 or will you be 18 before August 1st of the fall semester or January 1st for the spring term (or before employment)?
- Yes
- No
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
PI277958398
Job ID: 80136165