The Kentucky Horse Park Commission is looking for an executive director to head operations at the Kentucky Horse Park.
The director will report to the Kentucky Horse Park Commission and serve as liaison with the Tourism, Arts and Heritage Cabinet and the Kentucky Horse Park Foundation.
The park’s core values are health, safety and welfare of the horse, protecting green space, hospitality and exceptional guest service. The candidate must exemplify the values of the Kentucky Horse Park personally and also be able to instill them in all employees at the Horse Park. Knowledge of breeds, disciplines and the necessary infrastructure to accommodate shows and events at the Horse Park is expected.
The vision of the Horse Park is for it to be the premier event venue for equestrians and those who love and want to learn more about horses and humanity’s relationship with the horse.
Who’s qualified? Someone with strong communication skills to appeal to all cultural levels. The person will be expected to present in front of legislators, community and industry leaders. In addition, the candidate should be able to demonstrate a passion for the vision, values, and mission of the Kentucky Horse Park and be an ambassador in every encounter.
Among other qualities sought is the leadership to guide the Kentucky Horse Park in its growth as a premier facility. The person should have an ability to create a culture of employee engagement throughout all facets of the park and at every personnel level, demonstrate the ability to serve as chief administrative and executive officer leading an agency with 125 employees at peak season and an operating budget of $12 million, and manage staff consistent with sound human resources practices within the Commonwealth of Kentucky Merit system.
Is that you? If you’re interested,forward resume and cover letter to:KHPExecutiveDirector@gmail.com
no later than July 31,