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University of Kentucky

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

Posting Details Posting Details Job TitleCancer Control Specialist III RegionalRequisition NumberRE52523Working TitleSenior Cancer Control SpecialistDepartment Name7H023:KENTUCKY COMMUNITY CANCER PROGWork LocationLexington, KY.Grade Level45Salary Range$47,278-78,000/yearType of PositionStaffPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired EducationMAClick here for more information about equivalencies:https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalenciesRequired Related Experience6 yrsRequired License/Registration/CertificationNonePhysical RequirementsSitting for long periods of time, repetitive motion, travel, lifting up to 50lbsShiftPrimarily DaysJob SummaryKentucky Cancer Program (KCP) at the University of Kentucky, Markey Cancer Center is recruiting a Cancer Control Specialist III Regional (CHW). This position will provide leadership oversight of regional-specific and program-wide management assistance of cancer control activities, education, service, and research support to impact the goals of the Markey Cancer Center that aim to reduce Kentucky's cancer burden and provide program management assistance to the Kentucky Cancer Program-East Director.

This position will be located within the Bluegrass-West Area Development District region and the selected candidate must also be a resident of the Bluegrass-West Area Development District.

This position has a remote work arrangement.

IMPORTANT: Resumes and CVs cannot be substituted for a completed application. Incomplete applications could disqualify you from being considered for this position. If the information on your resume is not entered on the application, this will prevent us from being able to assess your education and experience when trying to determine a salary offer. To be considered you must fully complete the online application being sure to only put one (1) job title for each entry (multiple job titles for one employer must have separate entries), the # of hours worked per week and your ending salary. You will also be required to upload a cover letter and resume.

To view our exceptional benefits, please visit https://www.uky.edu/hr/benefits.Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesMicrosoft Office SuiteDoes this position have supervisory responsibilities? YesPreferred Education/ExperienceMaster's degree plus 10 years of related experience.Deadline to Apply12/22/2025Our University CommunityWe 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. * Do you have reliable transportation?
   • Yes
   • No
2. * Please describe a time when you provided technical assistance and consultation in community-based cancer prevention and control activities/programs.

   (Open Ended Question)

3. * What does it mean to you to collaborate effectively with partners at community, regional, and state levels to implement, and evaluate cancer prevention and control activities/programs.

   (Open Ended Question)

4. * Do you have 6 or more years of experience working in cancer risk reduction in Kentucky?
   • Yes
   • No
5. * Do you have 6 or more years of experience delivering and evaluating cancer prevention and control programming in communities?
   • Yes
   • No

Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents

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