Program Manager Senior

Job Title
Program Manager Senior

Requisition Number
RE54839

Working Title
VACE Manager

Department Name
8F000:College of Business and Economics

Work Location
Lexington, KY

Grade Level
46

Salary Range
$52,021-85,800/year

Type of Position
Staff

Position Time Status
Full-Time

Required Education

MA

Click here for more information about equivalencies:
https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies

Required Related Experience

2 yrs

Required License/Registration/Certification

None

Physical Requirements

Sitting/standing for long periods of time; walking across campus, lifting/carrying lightweight objects

Shift

Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm, some nights/weekends

Job Summary

Lead Programs That Launch Ideas into Action

The University of Kentucky is seeking a Program Manager Senior to manage entrepreneurship initiatives within the Von Allmen Center for Entrepreneurship.

Working with the Faculty Director, this position is responsible for program management, startup development, and stakeholder engagement, helping turn ideas into ventures while connecting campus and community partners.

What You’ll Do

• Administer entrepreneurship programs, including bootcamps, workshops, and events
• Manage participant experience, curriculum, and program delivery
• Build relationships with students, faculty, and community partners
• Support startups with business planning, funding strategies, and pitch development
• Coordinate outreach, marketing, and recruitment efforts
• Oversee budgets, reporting, and program operations

What You’ll Bring

• Experience in program management, entrepreneurship, or startup support
• Knowledge of early-stage venture development and funding pathways
• Strong organizational, communication, and project management skills
• Ability to manage multiple initiatives and build strong partnerships
• Strategic mindset with a focus on execution and results

Minimum Requirements

• Master’s degree
• 2+ years of related experience (prefer a minimum of 10 years of related experience)

What’s In It for You

• Meaningful impact: Support new ventures and entrepreneurial growth
• Dynamic work: Lead programs that engage students and startups
• Professional growth: Build expertise in entrepreneurship and program leadership
• Hybrid flexibility: Opportunity for hybrid work arrangements with approval
• Collaborative environment: Partner with faculty, entrepreneurs, and community leaders
• Exceptional benefits: Competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities for growth

Why Now?
As entrepreneurship continues to grow in importance, this role helps expand programs, strengthen partnerships, and support new venture creation across campus and the community. You’ll step into a role where your initiative will directly shape the college’s innovation efforts.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Highly organized; Microsoft Office suite

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No

Preferred Education/Experience

Prefer a minimum of 10 years of experience working with commercialization and startups

Deadline to Apply
06/30/2026

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.

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.