Agriculture Extension Director Assistant

Job Title
Agriculture Extension Director Assistant


Requisition Number
RE50271


Working Title
Director of Strategic Initiatives


Department Name
81010:College of Ag, Food and Environment


Work Location
Lexington, KY


Grade Level
00


Salary Range

Type of Position
Staff


Position Time Status
Full-Time


Required Education


No set minimum requirements.




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Required 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?
No


Preferred Education/Experience

Master’s degree preferred



Deadline to Apply
06/12/2025


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.


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.