Student Program Director Associate

Posting Details

Job Title

Student Program Director Associate

Requisition Number

RE56114

Working Title

Director of Religious and Spiritual Engagement

Department Name

1B400:Dean of Students

Work Location

Lexington, KY

Grade Level

46

Salary Range

$53,061-87,526/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

Ability to work in a sedentary position utilizing computer, mouse, keyboard, and telephone for portions of the day. Ability to travel to various locations within the building and across campus.

Shift

Monday-Friday; 8:00 AM-5:00 PM; and occasional evening and week-end hours.

Job Summary

The Director for Religious and Spiritual Engagement in the Office for Student Success leads programs and services that support religious and spiritual engagement at the University of Kentucky. Situated within the Dean of Students Office, this position develops, implements, and assesses engagement opportunities that respond to student needs, promotes understanding of religious and spiritual traditions, and strengthens engagement, and student success within the Wildcat community. A primary responsibility is building and sustaining relationships with student organizations, their leaders and advisors, and local religious and spiritual communities. Through regular communication and collaboration, the director helps organizations navigate university resources, develop leadership, and create meaningful opportunities for involvement. Partnerships with offices and colleges across campus support coordinated programming, identification of emerging needs, and connections to resources and supportive relationships. The role provides guidance related to religious and spiritual beliefs, practices, and observances, including helping students, staff, and faculty navigate university policies and connect with appropriate university offices. Educational programming, relationship-building, and responsive support contribute to student persistence, retention, and continued progress toward graduation. Responsibilities also include using feedback and assessment to improve programs and services, guide resource planning, and demonstrate the impact of the office, as well as contributing to special projects and shared unit and division priorities. Success in this role requires a student-centered approach, strong collaborative relationships, sound judgment, and respect for religious, spiritual, and nonreligious perspectives.

Student Success will, from the time of early college outreach to graduation and beyond, support students in living a life of meaning and purpose. From a student-centered framework, our practice will be grounded in peer-reviewed literature, national best practices, and data-informed decision making. Collaborating with the campus and community, Student Success will work through a holistic lens to support a community of learners in achieving success.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Strong interpersonal communication, relationship-building, organizational, and project management skills. Ability to develop, implement, and assess educational programs; advise student organizations and support leadership development; facilitate respectful dialogue across differing beliefs and perspectives; and assist with conflict navigation and problem-solving. Knowledge of religious and spiritual traditions, practices, and observances, along with the ability to interpret university policies and help students navigate institutional processes. Sound judgment, discretion, and the ability to collaborate across campus and community partners to support student engagement, and persistence.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

Yes

Preferred Education/Experience

Master’s degree in higher education, student affairs, religious studies, or a related field preferred. Experience supporting religious and spiritual engagement in a college or university setting, advising student organizations and student leaders, and developing educational programs that strengthen student engagement. Demonstrated experience building partnerships with campus offices and religious and spiritual communities and helping students navigate university resources is preferred.

Deadline to Apply

11/11/2026

Our University Community

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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.