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Posting Number 20260045EX Job Title Director, Hopkinsville and Fort Campbell Regional Campuses Number of Vacancies 1 About Murray State
Located in the West Kentucky region, Murray State University is a public, comprehensive University which offers a low cost of living, low property taxes, and a four-season climate. Murray has a friendly, small-town atmosphere with locally-owned specialty shops and restaurants, an acclaimed community theater, art guild and award-winning public schools. The area is home to Kentucky Lake and Land Between the Lakes, a 170,000-acre National Recreation Area, which offers a wide-range of activities and amenities for residents and visitors alike. Located in close proximity to major cities and nearby access to Interstate 24, Murray is just a few hours from Nashville, St. Louis, Louisville and Memphis. Learn more about Careers at Murray State University.
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Faculty and staff of Murray State University have access to a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement, tuition waivers, generous paid holidays, vacation, sick, and paid parental leave, as well as many other benefit offerings. Please refer to the Murray State Benefits page for more information.
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Type of Employment Regular Full-Time If Part Time, Enter Hours Per Week Work Location Hopkinsville, KY Employment Term 12 Months Position Type Staff - Exempt (Monthly) Department Adult and Regional Education Summary of Job Duties and Responsibilities
The Director is the academic and administrative leader of the campus and is responsible for the operation of the Hopkinsville Regional Campus and Fort Campbell Regional Campus. This includes supervision of staff; program development; student recruitment, enrollment and advising; facility scheduling and management; and community relations.
- Serve as the on-site academic and administrative leader of the Hopkinsville and Fort Campbell Regional Campuses; provide leadership, strategy, vision, and organization for the campuses.
- Direct day-to-day management and operation of the campuses, including management of all staff members.
- Take an active role in recruitment activities at the Hopkinsville and Fort Campbell Regional Campuses and work with the Center for Adult and Regional Education leadership to develop marketing plans and strategies in order to enhance public awareness of the campuses and to increase student enrollment.
- Direct and develop recruitment activities for the campuses in order to meet various enrollment goals.
- Coordinate various events hosted at the Hopkinsville Regional Campus, Fort Campbell Regional Campus and/or community college partner campuses.
- Conduct regular needs assessments in the Hopkinsville and Fort Campbell areas to identify new program initiatives.
- Work with community, business, educational, and political leaders to gain support for Murray State University.
- Actively participate in various community groups, including, but not limited to, the Chamber of Commerce, Economic Development, and the local community college partners in the Hopkinsville and Fort Campbell areas.
- Work with University leadership to develop external support for the campuses in the community; communicate effectively and foster collaborative relationships among all campus constituencies.
- Assist prospective students with admissions activities and curriculum planning; provide guidance to students regarding services, programs, policies, procedures, and other university related issues.
- Oversee advising activities; serve as an academic advisor for students enrolled in the Integrated Studies program and provide quality advising and academic services.
- Assist the Executive Director with special projects as assigned.
- Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Education Requirements
- Master's degree required.
Minimum Experience and Skill Requirements
- Minimum of three years of experience in managing and supervising personnel.
- Minimum of two years of experience in marketing and/or community relations.
- Excellent communication and oral presentation skills.
- Must be competent in Microsoft Office programs, and other educational technologies.
- Must have the willingness and ability to work extended hours or weekends as required.
- Must be able to demonstrate the ability to build community connections.
Preferred Education and/or Experience Qualifications
- A degree in marketing, public relations, or mass communications is highly preferred.
- Experience in a university setting is preferred.
- Experience in developing marketing plans preferred.
Physical Demands Work Hours Hourly Rate/Annual Salary Staff Grade 115
Posting Details
Posting Date 06/22/2026 Closing Date 07/13/2026 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicants
Along with the application, the following items must be included:
- Letter of application
- Resume
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