Exec Dir, Strategic Initiatives & Ops

Exec Dir, Strategic Initiatives & Ops

Help Shape the Future of a Leading Law School The University of Kentucky is seeking an Executive Director, Strategic Initiatives & Operations to serve as a key partner to the Dean of the Rosenberg College of Law.

This senior leadership role provides strategic, operational, and administrative leadership in support of the college's mission and long-term goals. Working closely with faculty, staff, university leadership, alumni, donors, and community partners, the Executive Director helps translate strategic priorities into meaningful action while strengthening the college's reputation, effectiveness, and impact.

What You'll DoPartner with the Dean to develop, implement, and evaluate strategic priorities and initiatives

Provide leadership and oversight for college operations, administration, and organizational planning

Lead cross-functional projects that support academic excellence, student success, research, and institutional growth

Develop and coordinate communication strategies that advance the college's mission and visibility

Serve as a representative of the Dean and college in university, professional, and community settings

Support engagement with alumni, donors, legal professionals, government leaders, and community stakeholders

Collaborate on budget planning, resource allocation, and long-range operational strategies

Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement

What You'll Bring Experience leading strategic initiatives and complex organizational operations

Strong leadership, relationship-building, and stakeholder engagement skills

Exceptional written and verbal communication abilities

Sound judgment, discretion, and problem-solving capabilities

Experience managing organizational change and advancing institutional priorities

Ability to balance strategic thinking with operational execution

Strong organizational, planning, and project management skills

Minimum Requirements Juris Doctor (J.D.)6 years of related experience

What's In It for You Meaningful impact:
Help guide the strategic direction and growth of the Rosenberg College of Law Executive leadership opportunity:
Work closely with the Dean on high-priority initiatives and institutional decisions

Broad influence:
Engage with faculty, students, alumni, donors, legal professionals, and university leaders

Dynamic work:
Blend strategy, operations, communications, and external engagement responsibilities

Collaborative environment:
Partner with stakeholders across the university and legal communityUK's Exceptional Benefits

Why Now?

The legal profession and higher education landscape continue to evolve, creating new opportunities and challenges for law schools. As the Rosenberg College of Law advances its strategic vision, strong leadership and operational coordination are essential to turning ambitious goals into measurable  this role, you'll help guide key initiatives, strengthen external partnerships, enhance organizational effectiveness, and support the college's continued growth and reputation.

Your leadership will contribute directly to the success of the college, its students, and the communities it serves.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities - Demonstrated success leading strategic initiatives and organizational change

Experience managing complex operations, budgets, and cross-functional teams

Exceptional communication, relationship-building, and stakeholder engagement skills

Significant senior leadership experience in higher education, legal education, professional schools, or complex mission-driven organizations