Job TitleAgriculture Extension Director AssistantRequisition NumberRE50271Working TitleDirector of Strategic InitiativesDepartment Name81010:College of Ag, Food and EnvironmentWork LocationLexington, KYGrade Level00Salary RangeType of PositionStaffPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired Education
No set minimum requirements.
Click here for more information about equivalencies:https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalenciesRequired Related Experience
No set minimum requirements.
Required License/Registration/Certification
None
Physical Requirements
Travel.
Shift
Primarily days, some evenings and weekends.
Job Summary
The Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment is seeking a dynamic and collaborative professional to serve as its Director of Strategic Initiatives. The Director is a leadership position, serving as a critical driver of innovation and growth within the college. The Director will have two primary roles: (1) provide strategic planning, operational oversight, and administrative programming for the college’s transformational gift; and (2) support the college’s land-grant engagement activities by coordinating the engagement operations team and serving as a liaison to university partners.
The ideal candidate will bring strong interpersonal and communication skills and a detail-oriented, team-based approach. Key responsibilities include:
- Administrative Leadership: Guide the development and execution of college-wide strategies aligned with strategic goals and land-grant engagement priorities.
- Strategic Communication: Represent the college across the university and with key partners, including other colleges and UK Healthcare.
- Engagement Coordination: Manage and execute initiatives that strengthen stakeholder engagement and collaboration.
- Partnership Development: Lead strategic alliances with internal and external stakeholders to maximize the fund’s reach and effectiveness.
- Budget Oversight: Ensure responsible and impactful use of resources through careful financial planning and reporting.
Why Join Us?
At Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment, we offer a supportive environment that promotes professional growth through mentorship, development funds, and a culture of innovation. This is your chance to help shape the future of the college while contributing to a transformative legacy.
To find out more about M-G CAFE and how the college supports the mission of this being the University of, for, and with Kentucky, Click Here.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Attention to Detail, organized, team oriented, strong interpersonal & communication
skills, initiative
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/Experience
Master’s degree preferred
Deadline to Apply06/12/2025Our 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.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
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.
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
