Vice President Institutional Diversity

A faculty appointment may be considered if the selected candidate's prior work history, skills and qualifications are such to warrant this consideration.

Application review will begin on March 14, 2021. This search is being led by UK's Executive Search Service. For more information about the position, or to nominate an outstanding candidate, please contact Mary Beth Bracken at 859-257-3348 or via email at marybeth.bracken@uky.edu.

Skills /Knowledge/Abilities:

The Vice President for Institutional Diversity will possess experience developing effective diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives for faculty, students and staff, and have excellent interpersonal and written communication skills and abilities that inspire and influence others. The ideal candidate will be a proven diplomatic and collaborative leader who will bring relevant knowledge, expertise and experience to the academic community and have a demonstrated commitment to valuing and respecting diversity in administration, through scholarship or from work experiences that demonstrate a sophisticated understanding of how to navigate issues inherent to inclusion, equity and diversity within a complex institutional setting. The Vice President for Institutional Diversity must show evidence of being a visionary leader that is outcome and assessment-oriented with a keen focus on strategic management and program development, along with extensive knowledge about academic life, institutional diversity action plans, and campus climate surveys. This individual must consistently demonstrate and encourage a commitment to inclusive excellence, quality, exceptional service, productivity and continuous improvement. We are seeking a confident, highly motivated individual with a strong critical and analytical mindset and a demonstrated ability to influence change, make decisions and build collaborative partnerships and productive relationships.

Position Time Status: Full-Time

Preferred Education/Experience:

Terminal degree and a minimum of 5 years of experience working in the areas of diversity, equity, inclusion or inclusive excellence across various constituent groups within a complex higher education institution.

University Community of Inclusion:

The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.

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.