University of Kentucky

Senior Director of Budget

University of Kentucky$95K — $162K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Master's degree required
  • Minimum of 5 years relevant experience
  • Experience in budget development and fiscal operations
  • Strong leadership and team management skills
  • Ability to coordinate with financial leaders across campus

Responsibilities

  • Lead budget development and execution activities for the university
  • Oversee daily operations of the Budget Office
  • Manage and develop assigned staff in the budget division
  • Coordinate with Area Fiscal Officers to enhance financial reporting
  • Assist the Assistant Vice President for Budget with strategic planning

Benefits

  • Regular working hours from Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm
  • Potential for additional work outside standard hours
  • Opportunities for professional development in higher education budgeting
  • Leadership role offering significant influence on fiscal policy
  • Engagement in collaborative financial planning across the university
Full Job Description
Posting Details

Posting Details

Job Title
Senior Director of Budget

Requisition Number
RE55850

Working Title

Department Name
3G000:University Budget Office

Work Location
Lexington, KY

Grade Level
51

Salary Range
$95,826-162,947/year

Type of Position
Staff

Position Time Status
Full-Time

Required Education

MA

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Required Related Experience

5 yrs

Required License/Registration/Certification

None

Physical Requirements

Regularly sitting at computer workstation for extended periods of time with repetitive motion

Shift

Monday - Friday 8am-5pm, may require additional work outside of regular work hours.

Job Summary

Serves as the second-in-command of the Budget arm of the Budget and Financial Planning unit and a senior operational partner to the Assistant Vice President for Budget. Provides leadership for budget development, budget execution, reporting, systems administration, budget policy, and fiscal operations. Oversees day-to-day budget office activities, manages assigned staff, coordinates with Area Fiscal Officers and campus financial leaders, and provides continuity of leadership when delegated.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
Yes

Preferred Education/Experience

Deadline to Apply
09/30/2026

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