Job Details

UK Ag Equine Programs serves as the front door for equine endeavors being conducted at the University of Kentucky. The robust Equine Science and Management undergraduate degree program has grown since its inception with over 600 alumni and approximately 325 current matriculated students. UK Ag Equine Programs is a multidisciplinary program partnering with academic departments and units in the College of Agriculture, Food and Environment and the university. The core faculty and staff of Equine Programs value teamwork, innovation and productivity to support students and equine-related efforts across the university. This position will have the opportunity to participate and support the undergraduate Equine Science and Management degree program. Major job areas of responsibility will include student advising (30%), curriculum and program management (20%), program monitoring and assessment (15%), alumni relations (15%), teaching and supporting equine -related instructional needs of the program (15%) and customer service and professional development (5%). Ideal candidates will have equine industry experience, superb written and oral communication skills, be organized, be able to multi-task and prioritize responsibilities, embrace new technology initiatives, have an eye for attention to detail and should be able to work both independently and as part of a team.