Frankfort, Kentucky

Kentucky State University is in the commonwealth's capital city of Frankfort. Nestled between Louisville and Lexington along the banks of the Kentucky River, Frankfort is in the heart of bourbon, horse, and wine country. Preservation of historic structures throughout the city adds to its picturesque quality.

With a population of approximately 25,000, Frankfort offers natural charm, small-town friendliness, and community engagement with big-city amenities and opportunities just short distances away. Easily accessible by major highways, Frankfort is within a short drive of Lexington (30 miles), Louisville (53 miles), and Cincinnati (85 miles). Frankfort offers festivals throughout the year and a wide array of public art, museums, and galleries to visit. Outside recreation offers hiking, biking, cruising the river, fishing, boating, and great parks. While the distilleries and wineries draw visitors, the city also offers, great opportunities to explore antiques shops, bookstores, farmers markets, retails stores, and even a candy factory. From coffee bars to cafés and specialty restaurants, residents and visitors can enjoy a delicious delight or meal.

Frankfort offers festivals throughout the year and a wide array of public art, museums, and galleries to visit. Outside recreation offers hiking, biking, cruising the river, fishing, boating, and great parks. While the distilleries and wineries draw visitors, the city also offers, great opportunities to explore antiques shops, bookstores, farmers markets, retails stores, and even a candy factory. From coffee bars to cafés and specialty restaurants, residents and visitors can enjoy a delicious delight or meal.

Kentucky State is Frankfort's only university and a strong town-gown relationship mutually benefits the University and the community. This is especially evident in the ever-growing list of Kentucky State alumni who serve as politicians and educators, as well as business, agriculture, and industry leaders.

Application & Nomination Process

Confidential inquiries are welcomed, and nominations are invited. EXECUTIVE SEARCH AND CONSULTING

Applications

  1. Application packet must include:
  2. A letter of application that addresses the responsibilities and qualifications of the position, shared governance, diversity, and the importance of HBCUs
  3. Current curriculum vitae
  4. At least four references with full contact information including e-mails (References will not be contacted without consent from applicant.)
  5. Submit application packet (preferably as PDFs) to: KentuckyState@myersmcrae.com Additional information will be requested upon receipt of application. For best consideration, submit applications by April 21, 2023. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Nominations

Submit nominations to: KentuckyState-nominate@myersmcrae.com with complete contact and e-mail information for the individual being nominated.

Consultant

Kenny Daugherty, President of Myers McRae Executive Search and Consulting, is assisting Kentucky State University with this search. Request a conversation at KennyDaugherty@MyersMcRae.com.

Myers McRae | Executive Search | President of Kentucky State University