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Job TitleJob CodeJob Description and Minimum QualificationsEmployee ClassificationSalary GradeMinimum SalaryMaximum SalaryJob FamilyFLSA StatusEEO - Job Group
Appointment Specialist000582

Provides the processing and auditing for all campus personnel and payroll related transactions.  Ensures that data entered into the HR/Pay system is accurate, timely and complete.  Utilizes an intricate understanding of HR/Payroll related systems in accordance with HR policies and procedures.  Confers with management to develop or implement HR appointment procedures.  Reviews and processes adjustments based on system delivered reports.  Coordinates HR/Pay system processing with other departments to ensure accurate payroll processing and state records. Receives and responds to all HR appointment/payroll-related inquiries.  May assist employees and departments in filling out proper documentation and forms. May assist in system upgrades and testing. #Bachelor¿s degree OR an associate¿s degree and 2 years of related experience OR High School diploma and 4 years of related experience.

U-Unclassified Professional Staff A08 $36,710 $55,065 Administrative / Management
International Program Coord000411

Coordinates and oversees the promotion, outreach and success of the KU ¿ Costa Rican Study Abroad partnership. Works with the Office of International Programs at KU, Lawrence to manage the on-site Costa Rica program. Develop and maintain participant materials for application, acceptance, registration, orientation, and evaluation specific to this program. Maintain web based information and sites. Collaborates and serves as the lead liaison with the international host site regarding the student/visitor exchange program. Coordinates needs of faculty members to ensure teaching methods can be delivered. Serves as a contact for students in regard to health and safety, diversity, program evaluation and mentoring. May supervise staff. Bachelor¿s degree and three years of experience in study abroad activities. Minimum of one year advising, program placement and/or administering exchange programs. Leadership experience in managing an assigned faculty-led study abroad program.

U-Unclassified Professional Staff A08 $36,710 $55,065 Advising, Career, & Student Services
Academic Advisor000394

Provides advising and guidance to students on academic and/or personal issues to include:  degree planning, academic support services, academic policy issues, graduation requirements, degree certification, degree auditing, and/or general administrative guidance. May perform these services in an advisory capacity to campus units. May present information at admissions or orientation events and act as liaison with students, parents and/or public. May coordinate scholarship and or funding processes. May teach classes and/or provide training.  Bachelor’s degree with one year relevant experience OR Master’s degree.

U-Unclassified Professional Staff A08 $36,710 $55,065 Advising, Career, & Student Services
Publicist000520

Plans and implements seasonal book publicity campaigns by coordinating activities and events with book reviewers, media sources, bookstores, and authors. Directs the creative development of publicity events and materials for print, broadcast, and other media sources. Represents Press and works with authors to prepare for and participate in publicity and marketing events. Analyzes media trends to promote University Press books. Maintains review database, develops a targeted review list for each book, prepares and distributes advance bound galleys and proofs. Coordinates activities with other University Press staff to promote book publication. Bachelor¿s degree and one year experience in publicity, trade or scholarly book marketing, or bookselling.

U-Unclassified Professional Staff A08 $36,710 $55,065 Publishing
Editor000499

Works with writers to improve copy and deliver consistent and effective messaging. Manages editorial standards across news releases and marketing and advertising materials. Ensures stylistic consistency in copy Bachelor¿s degree in journalism, advertising, communications, business, marketing, or relevant field, plus minimum of 4 years of related experience.

U-Unclassified Professional Staff A08 $36,710 $55,065 Public Affairs
Account Manager000484

Serves as the primary liaison between Marketing Communications and university units. Leads the day-to-day account management, marketing strategy, campaign planning, and business development for their respective campus clients. Bachelor¿s degree in journalism, advertising, communications, business, marketing, or relevant field, plus minimum of 3 years of related experience.

U-Unclassified Professional Staff A08 $36,710 $55,065 Public Affairs
Career Advisor000402

Educates students about the career development, planning, and implementation process through individual and group consultations. Presents career related workshops and presentations. Assists students in connecting with employment and experiential learning opportunities. Collaborates with partners on projects that will enhance career opportunities for students. May work with special student populations. Bachelor¿s degree required. Minimum of one year relevant experience.

U-Unclassified Professional Staff A08 $36,710 $55,065 Advising, Career, & Student Services
Accountant000576

Applies generally accepted accounting principles and procedures in working with specialized accounting records and reports. Assembles, analyzes, and reconciles data and transactions. Processes financial transactions within university financial systems. Prepares statements and reports relating to an assigned area of responsibility. Monitors records of past and present operations. May supervise staff or students. #Bachelor¿s degree in a related field and 1 year of related experience OR an associate¿s degree and 3 years of related experience or HS diploma and 4 years of related experience.

U-Unclassified Professional Staff A08 $36,710 $55,065 Administrative / Management
Grant Specialist000677

Performs pre and/or post award transactional activities at a central office-level related to sponsored project proposals and/or awards with some supervisor oversight. May prepare or review draft proposals, prepare initial proposal budgets, gather supporting documentation and research compliances, and submit proposals to the sponsor. May review appropriateness of expenditures and coding, establish accounts in the financial accounting system, and process fund reallocation or grant re-budgeting requests. May monitor and audit activities for financial and overall compliance and consistency with sponsor, federal, state, and university regulations. May ensure accuracy of payroll distribution for faculty, GRAs, fellows, and support staff and processes changes. Conducts an initial interpretation of agency guidelines. May serve as a liaison between central office, departments and principal investigators. May supervise student employees. Bachelor’s degree OR High School GED/Diploma with two years of related experience.

U-Unclassified Professional Staff A08 $36,710 $55,065 Administrative / Management
Graphic Designer000504

Designs the university's or unit’s institutional branding, advertising, print, and digital materials, while maintaining identity compliance. Provides services in the form of design layout and production, photo selection /editing, and branding/identity development.  Provides this service for print and digital marketing, social media campaigns and/or educational programs that promote the professional programs and events offered by a KU unit.  Designs and produces both online and print publications and materials. Communicates with the KU community and the public through various media platforms. May supervise staff and/or free-lance designers.Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, or relevant field, and 1 year of related experience or an associate’s degree and 3 years of related experience.

U-Unclassified Professional Staff A08 $36,710 $55,065 Public Affairs

Job Title Table Key

TermDescription
Job TitleA job title is a brief description of a position held by an employee.
Job CodeA job code is a numeric number assigned to a job title  and also indicates the type of employee classification it represents.
Job Description and Minimum Qualifications (if applicable)
  • The job description represents the minimal duties required of the position.
  • Minimum qualifications are the of education or experience and the minimum level of knowledge, skills, abilities, licenses, certifications and other job-related requirements associated with the position.
Employee Classification

There are five employee classification types:

  • Faculty: includes employees who are tenured, on the tenure-track, or non-tenured lecturers and professors of the practice who may be eligible for sabbatical and tenure, as applicable.
  • Academic Staff: includes employees such as scientists, research professors or curators who may be eligible for sabbatical, but not tenure.
  • Students: includes employees who are part-time and enrolled at the University of Kansas, is registered for classes, and whose primary purpose for being at the University is the achievement of a degree or certification.
  • Unclassified Professional Staff (UPS): includes employees who support the mission and goals of the University.
    • Unclassified Support Staff (USS): includes employees who support the mission and goals of the University.
Salary GradeA salary grade represents the minimum and maximum salaries that may be paid to an employee serving in the position. The spread between the minimum and maximum salaries is referred to as the range.
MinimumMinimum salary allowed for the position.
MaximumMaximum salary allowed for the position.
Job FamilyJob families are a group of job titles grouped together because of the similar functions they perform. Only positions that have been reviewed as part of the Classification and Market Study initiative are assigned to a job family.
FLSA StatusIndicates whether the position is exempt (salaried) or non-exempt (hourly) under the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Visit the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) Policy for more information.
EEO - Job Group (English (US))EEO job groups are defined by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and are required for compliance reporting purposes. EEO job codes group together positions with similar skills sets.
Position Description ExampleExamples of good position descriptions for the job title that are available for reference.