This WKU Owensboro-based Specialist, Student Services and Outreach position is the main recruitment professional for the campus and spends approximately 65% of their work time on recruitment-based visits, events, and communications, specializing in the recruitment of transfer students. Approximately 20% of their work time is spent developing and delivering the student services program at WKU in Owensboro, connecting the regional campus students to the broad and diverse opportunities, activities, and experiences of our university. The position plays a leadership role for the campus, supervising part-time facilitators and student workers, as well as interacting throughout the area representing WKU in Owensboro and developing partnerships and relationships. This position reports to the Director, Regional Campuses.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

The following duties are customary for this position but are not to be construed as all-inclusive. Duties may be added, deleted, and assigned based on management discretion and institutional needs.

• Recruitment outreach for the WKU in Owensboro campus, including in-person presentations, recruitment fairs and events, and managing email, text, and phone outreach campaigns to help the regional campus meet enrollment goals. 
• Connect with local community colleges and other community partners to create WKU visibility in classrooms, at local events, and through outreach initiatives. 
• Maintain a comprehensive understanding of the breadth of student services available through WKU for Owensboro campus students and liaise with colleagues at all other WKU campuses to provide a year-round program of student service delivery. 
• Routinely collaborate with WKU departments such as Adult Learner Services, Career Development Center, Counseling Center, Intercultural Student Engagement Center, Military Student Services, Research and Creative Activity, Scholar Development, START Center, Student Activities, Student Accessibility Resource Center, Student Financial Assistance and Scholarships, WKU Global, etc. to provide Owensboro student services. 
• Create student activities and services tailored for a diverse group of students, including traditional, hybrid, and online students, adult learners, and place bound students. 
• Develop excellent personal relationships with WKU in Owensboro students, colleagues, and the Owensboro community, including new partnerships in the area and nurturing ongoing initiatives and serve on the campus task force leadership team 
• Hires, supervises, and schedules campus student workers and part-time facilitators. 

• Bachelor's degree

Salary:  $42,000

Kentucky state law requires all public institutions of postsecondary education to conduct pre-employment criminal background checks to determine suitability for employment.

Western Kentucky University (WKU) is committed to a policy and practice of providing equal employment and educational opportunities to all individuals. In accordance with Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Revised 1992, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, no form of discrimination or harassment will be tolerated at WKU on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, creed, religion, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, marital status, age, uniformed services, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, or physical or mental disability in admission to career and technical education programs and/or activities, or employment practices.

Persons with disabilities, who need reasonable accommodations to participate in the application and/or selection process, should notify the office of Institutional Equity. To request an accommodation, report a complaint, or ask questions regarding WKU's Discrimination and Harassment Policy (#0.2040), please contact Ms. Ena Demir, Executive Director/Title IX Coordinator via email at ena.demir@wku.edu or by phone at (270) 745-6867. Ms. Demir is also responsible for coordinating the University's response to complaints related to sex and gender harassment. Additional information regarding Title IX is accessible via WKU's https://www.wku.edu/titleix/ website.

Information concerning educational programs offered by WKU are provided at: http://www.wku.edu/atwku/academics.php

For information related to job postings, please email employment@wku.edu.

This WKU in Somerset-based Specialist, Student Services and Outreach position is the main recruitment professional for the campus and spends approximately 65% of their work time on recruitment-based visits, events, and communications, specializing in the recruitment of transfer students. Approximately 20% of their work time is spent developing and delivering the student services program at WKU in Somerset, connecting the regional campus students to the broad and diverse opportunities, activities, and experiences of our university. The position plays a leadership role for the campus, supervising part-time facilitators and student workers, as well as interacting throughout the area representing WKU in Somerset and developing partnerships and relationships. This position reports to the Director, Regional Campuses.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

The following duties are customary for this position but are not to be construed as all-inclusive. Duties may be added, deleted, and assigned based on management discretion and institutional needs.

• Recruitment outreach for the WKU in Somerset campus, including in-person presentations, recruitment fairs and events, managing email, text, and phone outreach campaigns to help the regional campus meet enrollment goals, and pre-advising for prospective students. (45%)
• Connect with local community colleges and other community partners to create WKU visibility in classrooms, at local events, and through outreach initiatives. (20%)
• Maintain a comprehensive understanding of the breadth of student services available through WKU for Somerset campus students and liaise with colleagues at all other WKU campuses to provide a year-round program of student service delivery. (5%)
• Routinely collaborate with WKU departments such as Adult Learner Services, Career Development Center, Counseling Center, Intercultural Student Engagement Center, Military Student Services, Research and Creative Activity, Scholar Development, START Center, Student Activities, Student Accessibility Resource Center, Student Financial Assistance and Scholarships, WKU Global, etc. to provide Somerset student services. (5%)
• Create student activities and services tailored for a diverse group of students, including traditional, hybrid, and online students, adult learners, and placebound students. (10%)
• Develop excellent personal relationships with WKU in Somerset students, colleagues, and the Somerset community, including new partnerships in the area and nurturing ongoing initiatives and serve on the campus task force leadership team (5%)
• Hires, supervises, and schedules campus student workers and part-time facilitators. (10%)

• Bachelor's degree

Salary:  $42,000

Kentucky state law requires all public institutions of postsecondary education to conduct pre-employment criminal background checks to determine suitability for employment.

Western Kentucky University (WKU) is committed to a policy and practice of providing equal employment and educational opportunities to all individuals. In accordance with Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Revised 1992, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, no form of discrimination or harassment will be tolerated at WKU on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, creed, religion, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, marital status, age, uniformed services, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, or physical or mental disability in admission to career and technical education programs and/or activities, or employment practices.

Persons with disabilities, who need reasonable accommodations to participate in the application and/or selection process, may contact the Office of Institutional Equity at 270-745-5121 for assistance. To report concerns related to WKU's Discrimination and Harassment Policy, No. 0.2040 and/or WKU's Sex and Gender-Based Discrimination, Harassment, and Retaliation Policy, No. 0.2070, please complete the Discrimination, Harassment, and Retaliation Reporting Form. Additional information regarding Title IX, including contact information for the Title IX Coordinator and reporting options,  is available on WKU's Title IX website.

Information concerning educational programs offered by WKU are provided at: https://www.wku.edu/academics/

For information related to job postings, application status, or the hiring process, please email employment@wku.edu.

Western Kentucky University's Office of Research and Creative Activity is seeking a detail-oriented and collaborative Staff Accountant to join the Grants and Contracts Accounting (GCA) team. This position plays a key role in the post-award financial administration of sponsored projects, ensuring accurate invoicing, financial reporting, and compliance with sponsor and institutional requirements.

The Staff Accountant (Post-Award) reports to the Assistant Director of Grants and Contracts Accounting and works closely with principal investigators (PIs), departmental staff, and the Office of Sponsored Programs to support the financial lifecycle of externally funded awards.

Position Responsibilities

Award Setup & Maintenance

• Establish new grant and contract awards in Banner and related systems
• Maintain accurate award records and support ongoing data integrity
• Update project information as modifications and amendments occur

Financial Reporting & Invoicing

• Prepare and submit sponsor invoices in accordance with award terms and deadlines
• Generate periodic financial reports for internal and external stakeholders
• Reconcile project accounts and resolve discrepancies

Compliance & Monitoring

• Review expenditures to ensure allowability, allocability, and compliance with sponsor requirements
• Support compliance with federal regulations (e.g., Uniform Guidance), state requirements, and institutional policies
• Monitor subrecipient activity, including review and processing of subrecipient invoices

Cost Share & Project Support

• Track and document cost share commitments, including in-kind contributions
• Assist principal investigators and departmental staff with financial management of sponsored projects
• Provide guidance on budget management and financial processes

Closeout & Audit Support

• Assist with financial closeout of awards, ensuring deadlines and sponsor requirements are met
• Support internal and external audits by preparing documentation and responding to inquiries
• Participate in year-end closing activities

Training & Collaboration

• Provide training and one-on-one support to PIs and departmental staff on post-award financial processes
• Collaborate with GCA team members to improve processes and ensure consistent service delivery

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Minimum of one (1) year of professional accounting experience
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated accuracy, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple deadlines

Salary:  $47,000 - $50,000

Kentucky state law requires all public institutions of postsecondary education to conduct pre-employment criminal background checks to determine suitability for employment.

Western Kentucky University (WKU) is committed to a policy and practice of providing equal employment and educational opportunities to all individuals. In accordance with Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Revised 1992, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, no form of discrimination or harassment will be tolerated at WKU on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, creed, religion, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, marital status, age, uniformed services, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, or physical or mental disability in admission to career and technical education programs and/or activities, or employment practices.

Persons with disabilities, who need reasonable accommodations to participate in the application and/or selection process, should notify the office of Institutional Equity. To request an accommodation, report a complaint, or ask questions regarding WKU's Discrimination and Harassment Policy (#0.2040), please contact Ms. Ena Demir, Executive Director/Title IX Coordinator via email at ena.demir@wku.edu or by phone at (270) 745-6867. Ms. Demir is also responsible for coordinating the University's response to complaints related to sex and gender harassment. Additional information regarding Title IX is accessible via WKU's https://www.wku.edu/titleix/ website.

Information concerning educational programs offered by WKU are provided at: http://www.wku.edu/atwku/academics.php

For information related to job postings, please email employment@wku.edu.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Work with a team of individuals to provide a safe, secure, healthy environment for young children. 
• Responsible for maintaining the Head Start Standards and KY Child Care requirements.  
• Implement a developmentally appropriate curriculum, learning experiences, conduct developmental screening, on-going assessment, and engage families in their child's growth and development. 
• Work alongside a team of individuals with young children, including children with special needs.  
• Participate in professional development to ensure the training hours required by the state. 
• WKUCCC also expects teachers to engage in professional development to enhance their educational background and earn a CDA within two years.  

• High School Diploma or GED
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds

Hourly Range: $11.00 - $14.00

Kentucky state law requires all public institutions of postsecondary education to conduct pre-employment criminal background checks to determine suitability for employment.

Western Kentucky University (WKU) is committed to a policy and practice of providing equal employment and educational opportunities to all individuals. In accordance with Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Revised 1992, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, no form of discrimination or harassment will be tolerated at WKU on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, creed, religion, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, marital status, age, uniformed services, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, or physical or mental disability in admission to career and technical education programs and/or activities, or employment practices.

Persons with disabilities, who need reasonable accommodations to participate in the application and/or selection process, should notify the office of Institutional Equity. To request an accommodation, report a complaint, or ask questions regarding WKU's Discrimination and Harassment Policy (#0.2040), please contact Ms. Ena Demir, Executive Director/Title IX Coordinator via email at ena.demir@wku.edu or by phone at (270) 745-6867. Ms. Demir is also responsible for coordinating the University's response to complaints related to sex and gender harassment. Additional information regarding Title IX is accessible via WKU's https://www.wku.edu/titleix/ website.

Information concerning educational programs offered by WKU are provided at: http://www.wku.edu/atwku/academics.php

For information related to job postings, please email employment@wku.edu.

WKUCCC is pleased to announce we are accepting applications for the position of Classroom Teacher II. The Classroom Teacher II at WKUCCC will maintain a teaching position of children birth through five years old.  The primary responsibility is to provide a safe, secure, healthy environment for young children. The teacher will be responsible for maintaining the Head Start and Child Care requirements.  The teacher will implement a developmentally appropriate curriculum, learning experiences, conduct developmental screening, on-going assessment, and engage families in their child's growth and development. The teacher will also participate in required training sessions which may occur in the evening or occasional Saturday.  

• Bachelor degree in early childhood education or related degree
• Ability to lift 40 pounds
• Experience with young children 

Hourly Range: $14.36 - $16.92

Kentucky state law requires all public institutions of postsecondary education to conduct pre-employment criminal background checks to determine suitability for employment.

Western Kentucky University (WKU) is committed to a policy and practice of providing equal employment and educational opportunities to all individuals. In accordance with Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Revised 1992, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, no form of discrimination or harassment will be tolerated at WKU on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, creed, religion, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, marital status, age, uniformed services, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, or physical or mental disability in admission to career and technical education programs and/or activities, or employment practices.

Persons with disabilities, who need reasonable accommodations to participate in the application and/or selection process, should notify the office of Institutional Equity. To request an accommodation, report a complaint, or ask questions regarding WKU's Discrimination and Harassment Policy (#0.2040), please contact Ms. Ena Demir, Executive Director/Title IX Coordinator via email at ena.demir@wku.edu or by phone at (270) 745-6867. Ms. Demir is also responsible for coordinating the University's response to complaints related to sex and gender harassment. Additional information regarding Title IX is accessible via WKU's https://www.wku.edu/titleix/ website.

Information concerning educational programs offered by WKU are provided at: http://www.wku.edu/atwku/academics.php

For information related to job postings, please email employment@wku.edu.