Kentucky State University Land Grant Program

Student

• Serve as the primary student support contact for assigned online students throughout their academic experience.
• Build positive and supportive relationships with students through regular outreach via phone, email, video conferencing, and other communication platforms.
• Assist students with course registration processes, registration requirements, and enrollment-related questions.
• Provide academic advisement regarding course selection, degree progression, academic policies, and available educational opportunities within established institutional guidelines.
• Monitor student academic performance, engagement, and progress toward degree completion, identifying students who may benefit from additional support or intervention.
• Proactively communicate with students experiencing academic, personal, or administrative challenges and connect them with appropriate university resources.
• Refer students to campus offices and support services, including Financial Aid, Registrar, Student Accounts, Academic Support Services, Disability Services, Counseling, Career Services, and other institutional resources as appropriate.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential student records in accordance with university policies and applicable federal and state regulations, including FERPA.
• Document all student interactions and maintain detailed case notes using designated student information systems and customer relationship management platforms.
• Respond promptly and professionally to student inquiries while maintaining a high standard of customer service.
• Collaborate with faculty, academic departments, and university offices to resolve student concerns and improve the student experience.
• Communicate trends, concerns, and recommendations to the Student Support Concierge Manager to support continuous improvement of student services.
• Participate in training, professional development activities, departmental meetings, and university initiatives.
• Support student retention, persistence, and graduation efforts through consistent engagement and individualized support.

Student Support Concierge

Adjunct Faculty

• Facilitate quality learning experiences that provide: A risk-free environment for student learners that reinforce critical thinking and decision making and opportunities to enhance caring behaviors towards peers and patients
• Enhance student’s ability to promote patient safety and quality health care, and clinical competence through selected critical thinking scenarios
• Improve performance, communication, and efficiency in clinical setting
• Promote evidence-based decision making for professional practice, empowerment of the student in preparation for the clinical setting
• Facilitate debriefing and positive feedback to enhance student learning
• Encourage students to self-analyze their performance and use critical thinking during the reflection process

Adjunct Nursing Faculty, Graduate

Software Engineer

• The Subject Matter Expert (SME) – Course Developer is responsible for designing and developing high-quality academic course content for Kentucky State University's accelerated online academic programs.
• Working collaboratively with instructional designers and academic leadership, the SME creates engaging, academically rigorous, and accessible online learning experiences that align with university standards, program learning outcomes, accreditation expectations, and applicable federal and state requirements.
• This position is project-based and does not include instructional responsibilities unless separately appointed.
• Develop complete online courses aligned with approved program and course learning outcomes, including syllabi, measurable learning objectives, instructional materials, lectures, readings, learning activities, discussion prompts, and assessments.
• Design authentic assessments, including papers, projects, examinations, presentations, and grading rubrics, that effectively measure student learning and competency attainment.
• Collaborate with instructional designers to prepare course materials for asynchronous online delivery through the University's learning management system while incorporating accessibility standards and effective online instructional practices.
• Ensure course content reflects current scholarship, professional standards, and industry best practices.
• Complete curriculum mapping and other documentation necessary to support institutional assessment and accreditation requirements.
• Incorporate practical applications, case studies, and learning activities appropriate for adult learners.
• Participate in course review and revision processes by incorporating feedback from academic leadership, instructional designers, and peer reviewers.
• Ensure all instructional materials comply with copyright, fair use, accessibility, licensing, and intellectual property requirements.
• Submit completed course materials according to established development schedules and project milestones.
• Maintain confidentiality of University information and course development materials.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Subject Matter Expert – Course Developer

Associate

• Develop, implement, and evaluate statewide 4-H Aquatic Science educational programs that promote youth development through hands-on learning experiences.
• Plan and deliver educational programs using a variety of instructional methods, including classroom instruction, demonstrations, workshops, field activities, camps, conferences, webinars, and other educational formats.
• Develop curriculum, lesson plans, educational publications, fact sheets, instructional videos, digital resources, and other educational materials that support Extension programming.
• Coordinate and conduct aquatic science educational activities related to aquaculture, aquaponics, hydroponics, fisheries, sport fishing, water quality, environmental stewardship, and related disciplines.
• Collaborate with county Extension personnel to strengthen local programming and expand educational opportunities for youth.
• Develop and conduct in-school and out-of-school educational programs that promote leadership development, life skills, and career awareness through aquatic science education.
• Coordinate, plan, conduct, and evaluate professional development opportunities for county Extension personnel related to aquatic science and youth programming.
• Develop and deliver presentations for Extension agent trainings, conferences, workshops, and stakeholder meetings.
• Use appropriate technology platforms to develop and deliver educational webinars, online learning modules, educational videos, social media content, and other digital educational resources.
• Evaluate educational programs using appropriate assessment methods and maintain records demonstrating program outcomes and impacts.
• Develop partnerships with schools, governmental agencies, nonprofit organizations, industry representatives, and community organizations to strengthen Extension programming.
• Prepare competitive grant proposals and seek external funding opportunities to support aquatic science and youth development programming.
• Assist in administering externally funded projects and ensure compliance with grant requirements.
• Prepare reports, publications, educational materials, abstracts, and other scholarly or Extension publications that communicate program outcomes and educational information.
• Present educational programs and program results at professional meetings, conferences, workshops, and Extension events.
• Collaborate with faculty, Extension specialists, researchers, and staff on interdisciplinary educational initiatives.
• Mentor undergraduate students, interns, volunteers, and other program participants as assigned.

Extension Associate – 4H Aquatic Science

Manager

• Provides leadership, supervision, coaching, and performance management for Student Support Concierge team members.
• Recruits, trains, mentors, and evaluates Student Support Concierge staff, including onboarding new employees and supporting ongoing professional development.
• Coordinates staff assignments, caseloads, work schedules, and service coverage to ensure timely and consistent student support.
• Develops, implements, and continuously evaluates standard operating procedures, workflows, and service standards to improve operational effectiveness.
• Serves as the primary liaison between the Student Support Concierge team and the Director of Online Education by communicating operational updates, escalating complex student concerns, and reporting performance metrics.
• Facilitates regular staff meetings, training sessions, and collaborative planning activities.
• Provides direct support to online students by assisting with course registration, academic planning, and navigation of University processes.
• Advises students regarding course selection, degree progress, and available academic support resources within the scope of University policies.
• Coordinates referrals to appropriate University offices, including the Registrar, Financial Aid, Academic Affairs, Student Affairs, and other student support services.
• Monitors student academic progress and proactively identifies students who may benefit from additional outreach or intervention.
• Maintains regular communication with assigned students to support persistence, retention, and successful degree completion.
• Ensures accurate and timely documentation of student interactions using University-approved systems.
• Monitors team compliance with applicable federal and state laws, University policies, and student privacy requirements, including FERPA.
• Collects, analyzes, and reports operational data related to student engagement, retention, service delivery, and team performance.
• Collaborates with University departments to improve student services, streamline processes, and enhance the online student experience.
• Maintains effective working relationships with faculty, staff, students, and external partners.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Student Support Concierge Manager

• Provides leadership and technical support to county Extension agents and staff in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of Family and Consumer Sciences educational programs.
• Collaborates with state-level Extension personnel to develop, implement, and evaluate research-based educational curricula, initiatives, and multidisciplinary programming.
• Coordinates statewide educational activities that address Family and Consumer Sciences priorities and emerging community needs.
• Strengthens partnerships with professional organizations, community agencies, educational institutions, and other stakeholders to expand program impact and access to resources.
• Develops and delivers professional development opportunities and training for Extension personnel, volunteers, and community partners.
• Assists with curriculum development, educational publications, digital resources, and outreach materials.
• Coordinates program reporting, evaluation activities, and impact data collection to support state and federal reporting requirements.
• Assists with grant development, grant administration, and management of externally funded projects supporting statewide initiatives.
• Maintains program records, educational materials, and inventory of program supplies.
• Provides guidance and support for statewide Family and Consumer Sciences initiatives and special projects.
• Represents Kentucky State University Cooperative Extension at meetings, conferences, professional organizations, and community events.
• Maintains effective working relationships with Extension personnel, University faculty and staff, community partners, and stakeholders.
• Maintains a regular, reliable, and consistent on-campus presence while traveling statewide to support Extension programming and organizational needs.

Extension Associate, Family & Consumer Science

• Provides individualized academic advising to graduate students regarding degree requirements, course selection, academic policies, graduation planning, and available University resources
• Coordinates graduate student onboarding, orientation, registration, and academic support services
• Monitors graduate student academic progress and collaborates with faculty, program coordinators, and University administrators regarding academic standing, probation, retention, and graduation
• Maintains accurate, confidential, and compliant student academic records in accordance with FERPA, University policies, accreditation standards, and applicable federal and state regulations

Academic Records Manager

Director

• Assists the Director of Facilities Management in planning, organizing, directing, and evaluating the daily operations of the Facilities Management Department
• Assesses the condition of campus facilities and infrastructure and recommends maintenance, repair, renovation, replacement, and capital improvement priorities
• Assists in developing short-term and long-term maintenance plans for mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, roofing, structural systems, utility infrastructure, and building interiors and exteriors
• Coordinates and monitors preventive maintenance programs to maximize equipment reliability and extend the useful life of University facilities
• Supervises and coordinates the daily activities of maintenance personnel and assists with employee scheduling, work assignments, training, performance management, and operational oversight
• Assists with recruitment, onboarding, training, coaching, and performance evaluations of Facilities Management employees
• Ensures maintenance work is completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with applicable codes, regulations, University policies, and industry standards
• Assists with preparation, administration, and monitoring of departmental operating and facilities-related budgets while ensuring responsible stewardship of University resources
• Coordinates and monitors contracted maintenance services to ensure work is completed according to contract specifications and University expectations
• Oversees the operation, maintenance, and repair scheduling of Facilities Management vehicles and equipment
• Conducts facility inspections and identifies deficiencies requiring corrective action
• Coordinates responses to emergency maintenance situations and assists in developing operational contingency plans
• Maintains effective working relationships with faculty, staff, students, contractors, vendors, and external agencies while resolving operational issues in a professional and timely manner
• Assists in maintaining records, preparing reports, monitoring work order systems, and supporting departmental planning and regulatory reporting
• Supports compliance with applicable federal, state, local, environmental, safety, and University regulations governing facilities operations
• Maintains a regular, reliable, and consistent on-campus presence to effectively perform the essential functions of the position

Assistant Director – Facilities Management

• Provides leadership, administration, and oversight of the University's Building Automation System (BAS), HVAC control systems, and related building management technologies.
• Supervises assigned skilled trades personnel and coordinates vendors and contractors.
• Plans preventive and deferred maintenance programs.
• Monitors building system performance and ensures compliance with codes and regulations.
• Conducts facility assessments and prepares recommendations regarding system upgrades and improvements.

Building Automation and HVAC Systems Manager

• Provides leadership, direction, and operational oversight for all Career Services programs, initiatives, and daily departmental activities.
• Develops and implements comprehensive career development strategies that align with University priorities and support student career readiness, experiential learning, and employment outcomes.
• Supervises, trains, mentors, evaluates, and provides ongoing professional development for Career Services staff and student employees.
• Establishes, develops, and maintains strategic partnerships with employers, industry representatives, government agencies, nonprofit organizations, and community partners to expand internship, cooperative education, and employment opportunities.
• Plans, coordinates, and evaluates career fairs, employer recruitment events, networking opportunities, workshops, presentations, and professional development programs.
• Provides advanced individual and group career advising to students and alumni, including career exploration, job search strategies, résumé and cover letter development, interview preparation, graduate school planning, and employment readiness.
• Collaborates with academic departments, faculty, and campus partners to integrate career readiness competencies and experiential learning opportunities throughout the student experience.
• Develops departmental goals, strategic plans, assessment measures, and performance metrics to evaluate program effectiveness, employer engagement, and student success outcomes.
• Collects, analyzes, and reports data related to internships, employment outcomes, employer partnerships, student participation, and other key performance indicators.
• Administers departmental budgets and monitors expenditures in accordance with University policies and fiscal procedures.
• Ensures compliance with University policies and applicable federal, state, and employment-related regulations governing Career Services operations.
• Represents the University and Career Services at campus meetings, professional conferences, employer events, recruitment activities, and community engagement initiatives.
• Maintains accurate records, prepares reports, and supports institutional assessment, accreditation, and strategic planning activities.
• Maintains a regular, reliable, and consistent on-campus presence to effectively perform the essential functions of the position.

Career Services Manager

General

• Under the general direction of the Career Services Manager, the Career Services Specialist provides professional career development services that support student and alumni career readiness, experiential learning, and employment success.
• The position delivers individual and group career advising, coordinates career development programming, assists with employer engagement initiatives, and collaborates with faculty, staff, employers, and community partners to enhance career preparation opportunities.
• The Career Services Specialist exercises professional judgment in advising students, coordinating programs, interpreting career resources, and supporting departmental initiatives.
• This position requires a regular, reliable, and consistent on-campus presence to effectively perform student service, employer engagement, and program coordination responsibilities and is not suitable for remote work except as approved in accordance with University policy.

Career Services Specialist

• Provides executive leadership for the development, implementation, and evaluation of student success, engagement, conduct, residential life, and career development programs and services.
• Provides direct supervision, mentorship, and evaluation of administrative leaders within Student Affairs functional areas, including Student Conduct, Residence Life, Student Activities and Engagement, and Career Services.
• Ensures compliance with University policies, accreditation standards, and applicable federal and state regulations, including FERPA, the Clery Act, ADA, and other relevant requirements.
• Oversees continuous assessment, data collection, and program evaluation to support evidence-based decision-making and improvement of student services.
• Provides oversight of the student conduct system (excluding Title IX cases), ensuring fair, consistent, and educational application of the Student Code of Conduct.
• Supervises the administration of conduct processes, including training staff in conduct systems (e.g., Maxient), supporting adjudication processes, and advising student conduct boards or hearing bodies.
• Collaborates with University leadership to review, develop, and update student conduct policies, procedures, and related institutional publications.
• Provides leadership and fiscal oversight for residence life and housing operations, including residential education, staffing, and student development programming.
• Supports the development and implementation of living-learning communities and residential engagement initiatives that enhance student success and retention.
• Provides oversight of student activities and engagement programs, including campus-wide events, student organizations, leadership development initiatives, and co-curricular programming.
• Fosters collaboration across academic and administrative units to enhance student engagement, belonging, and campus involvement.
• Provides strategic leadership for career services and professional development programs supporting students and alumni.
• Responds to student crises, behavioral concerns, and complex student issues in collaboration with campus partners and appropriate University resources.
• Serves as a member of the University’s emergency response structure and provides leadership in managing student-related incidents and critical situations.
• Oversees medical withdrawals, hardship withdrawals, and related student support processes, ensuring appropriate documentation and timely resolution.
• Maintains visibility and engagement with the campus community through participation in student events, University programs, and institutional activities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Dean of Students

• Provides strategic leadership for research development, external partnerships, and economic development initiatives aligned with the College and Land Grant Program mission.
• Develops and implements strategies to establish and expand partnerships with private industry, public agencies, nonprofit organizations, and educational institutions.
• Builds and manages a portfolio of research and economic development initiatives, including planning, budgeting, implementation, logistics, risk management, and reporting.
• Cultivates and sustains relationships with stakeholders in agriculture, food and beverage industries (including bourbon and spirits), equine industries, natural resources, and related sectors.
• Facilitates collaboration between University researchers, faculty, students, and external partners to support applied research, innovation, and workforce development initiatives.
• Coordinates cross-functional project teams and ensures alignment of deliverables, timelines, and resource allocation with strategic objectives.
• Provides leadership in developing experiential learning opportunities, including internships, summer programs, and workforce development initiatives across the College and Land Grant Programs.
• Supports the development, implementation, and evaluation of youth programs, workforce development initiatives, and extension-related training activities.
• Prepares annual reports and performance summaries, including evaluation of program outcomes, stakeholder engagement, and initiative effectiveness.
• Analyzes program data and identifies opportunities for continuous improvement and expanded impact.
• Serves as liaison to internal and external stakeholders, including industry partners, government agencies, community organizations, and professional associations.
• Represents the College and Land Grant Programs at meetings, conferences, events, and stakeholder engagement activities.
• Provides training and support materials for extension associates, youth programs, and workforce development initiatives.

Director – Research and Economic Development

• Provides leadership, oversight, and administrative direction for the federally funded TRIO Student Support Services (SSS) Program.
• Responsible for ensuring compliance with U.S. Department of Education regulations, grant requirements, and institutional policies.
• Manages program operations, staff supervision, reporting requirements, participant services, and strategic initiatives designed to support low-income, first-generation college students and students with disabilities.
• Leads the preparation, submission, and ongoing management of the Annual Performance Report (APR) and all required federal reporting requirements.
• Develops and implements academic support, mentoring, coaching, and intervention strategies for program participants.
• Coordinates partnerships with campus departments and external agencies to support holistic student development and success.

Director, Student Support Services

Assistant

• Assists the Head Coach in planning, organizing, implementing, and evaluating all aspects of the Men's Basketball program.
• Assists in organizing, preparing, and conducting individual and team practices, conditioning sessions, competitions, and other athletic activities designed to maximize student-athlete development and team success.
• Provides instruction and skill development to student-athletes during practices, competitions, and individual training sessions.
• Assists in developing offensive, defensive, and special game strategies while evaluating individual and team performance throughout the season.
• Assists in identifying, evaluating, recruiting, and retaining academically qualified student-athletes in compliance with NCAA and SIAC regulations.
• Monitors and supports the academic progress, eligibility, and overall well-being of student-athletes while promoting academic achievement, personal responsibility, sportsmanship, and good citizenship.
• Ensures compliance with all NCAA, SIAC, University, conference, federal, and state rules, regulations, and reporting requirements applicable to intercollegiate athletics.
• Assists with coordinating team travel, scheduling, equipment management, practice logistics, and other operational aspects of the program.
• Assists with camps, clinics, fundraising initiatives, alumni engagement, community outreach, promotional activities, and special events supporting the Men's Basketball program.
• Represents the University and Athletics Department in a professional manner when interacting with student-athletes, parents, alumni, donors, media representatives, conference officials, community organizations, and the public.
• Maintains accurate recruiting, compliance, and program records as assigned.
• Attends departmental meetings, University functions, professional development activities, and other events as assigned.
• Maintains a regular, reliable, and consistent on-campus presence to effectively perform the essential functions of the position.
• Performs other duties as assigned.