University of Kentucky

Exec Dir, Central Ops & Admin Svcs

University of Kentucky$83K — $141K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Master's degree required, preferably in Higher Education Administration, Student Affairs, or Business Administration.
  • 7 years of related experience in operational management and administrative services.
  • Demonstrated skills in process management and budget administration.
  • Significant experience in HR compliance and supervision of staff.
  • Strong communication abilities for collaboration with various campus departments.

Responsibilities

  • Manage daily operations for the Office for Student Success.
  • Oversee budget administration and resource allocation.
  • Facilitate HR compliance and processes within the department.
  • Coordinate facilities and logistics for student services.
  • Lead and support administrative staff to ensure effective service delivery.

Benefits

  • Full-time position with a standard Monday-Friday schedule.
  • Opportunity to work in a central role that affects student success.
  • Engagement with multiple campus partners for collaborative problem-solving.
Full Job Description
Posting Details

Posting Details

Job Title
Exec Dir, Central Ops & Admin Svcs

Requisition Number
RE55803

Working Title
Executive Director of Central Operations and Administrative Services

Department Name
1B000: Student Success Administration

Work Location
Lexington, KY

Grade Level
50

Salary Range
$83,283-141,565/year

Type of Position
Staff

Position Time Status
Full-Time

Required Education

MA

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https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies

Required Related Experience

7 yrs

Required License/Registration/Certification

None

Physical Requirements

sitting for long periods of time; lifting, pushing, or pulling of objects up to 10 lbs

Shift

Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm

Job Summary

The Executive Director of Central Operations and Administrative Services manages the day-to-day administrative functions and operational systems for the Office for Student Success. Reporting to the AVP for Student Success, this role focuses on process management, budget administration, facilities coordination, HR compliance, and supervision of administrative support staff. The Director ensures efficient workflows, policy compliance, and consistent service delivery across all Student Success units. This position serves as the primary point of contact for operational matters with campus partners including Finance & Administration, Human Resources, ITS, and Facilities Management.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
Yes

Preferred Education/Experience

MA/MEd/MBA, Higher Ed Admin, Student Affairs, Management, Business Admin, 7 years experience

Deadline to Apply
09/25/2026

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