Senior Strategist for AI

Job Title
Senior Strategist for AI


Requisition Number
RE52134


Working Title

Department Name
1B000: Student Success Administration


Work Location
Lexington, KY


Grade Level
50


Salary Range
$81,640-138,798/year


Type of Position
Staff


Position Time Status
Full-Time


Required Education

MA



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Required Related Experience

8 yrs



Required License/Registration/Certification

None.



Physical Requirements

Sitting at workstation for extended periods of time; repetitive motions typical of desk work; prolonged screen time.



Shift

40 hours per week; Mostly Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm but there may be some evenings and weekends.



Job Summary

The Senior Specialist for AI is a visionary leader and creative problem-solver, driving the future of student engagement through cutting-edge artificial intelligence. Reporting to the Assistant Vice President for Major Projects, this role blends strategy, technology, and empathy to reimagine how students interact with support services, using AI to personalize communication, streamline processes, and unlock data-driven insights that elevate student success.

As the central connector between the Office for Student Success, university leadership, and ITS, this role ensures AI tools are not only effective but ethically grounded—championing transparency and trust. From designing smart systems that anticipate student needs to crafting seamless digital experiences, the Senior Specialist transforms AI from a tool into a catalyst for meaningful change in higher education.

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

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No


Preferred Education/Experience

Deadline to Apply
11/05/2025


Our University Community

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone 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.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

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.