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Tecovas

Sales Associate-Louisville, KY

Louisville, KY · On-site

$16/hr

As a Tecovas Sales Associate - you will support the store leadership team through the cultivation of a store environment catering to an unmatched customer experience. You will provide exceptional ...

Tecovas

Sales Associate-Louisville, KY

Louisville, KY · On-site

$16/hr

As a Tecovas Sales Associate - you will support the store leadership team through the cultivation of a store environment catering to an unmatched customer experience. You will provide exceptional ...

ChenMed

Associate Medical Officer

Louisville, KY · On-site

$270K - $386K/yr

Establishes and supports the development and cultivation of successful relationships with payers, specialists, the community, and hospitals, among others, and driving a social media presence locally ...

ChenMed

Associate Chief Clinical Officer

Louisville, KY · On-site

$270K - $386K/yr

Establishes and supports the development and cultivation of successful relationships with payers, specialists, the community, and hospitals, among others, and driving a social media presence locally ...

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How much do cultivation associate jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 1, 2026, the average yearly pay for cultivation associate in Kentucky is $122,644.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $36,500.00 and $184,600.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a cultivation associate do?

A Cultivation Associate assists in the daily operations of growing and maintaining plants, usually in a commercial agricultural or cannabis cultivation facility. Their responsibilities typically include planting, watering, pruning, monitoring plant health, and ensuring that growth environments are optimal. They may also help with harvesting, pest control, and maintaining cleanliness in grow areas. Attention to detail and adherence to safety and compliance standards are essential in this role.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a cultivation associate?

To thrive as a Cultivation Associate, you need a solid understanding of plant biology, horticulture practices, and relevant agricultural techniques, often supported by experience or education in botany or agronomy. Familiarity with cultivation tools, environmental control systems, and compliance tracking software is typically required. Attention to detail, reliability, and effective teamwork are standout soft skills for this position. These skills and qualities ensure healthy crop production, regulatory compliance, and efficient operations in a controlled grow environment.

What are common challenges faced by cultivation associates and how can they be addressed?

Cultivation Associates often face challenges related to maintaining plant health, managing pests, and adhering to strict regulatory guidelines. Balancing multiple tasks such as watering, pruning, and monitoring environmental controls requires strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Collaboration with other team members, such as lead cultivators and compliance staff, is key to overcoming these challenges and ensuring a successful harvest. Continuous learning and adaptability are important, as cultivation techniques and regulations can evolve rapidly in this industry.

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Infographic showing various Cultivation Associate job openings in Kentucky as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 73% Full Time, 24% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $122,644 per year, or $59 per hour.

Associate Director, Philanthropy - Social Work & Law

Louisville, KY • On-site

University of Louisville
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Department:
Location:
Belknap Campus
Time Type:
Full time
Worker Type:
Regular
Job Req ID:
R109123
Minimum Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in a related field and two (2) years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Grade 9 (Salaried)
Position Description:
The Associate Director of Philanthropy - Social Work and Law at the University of Louisville will play a key role - individually and collectively - in cultivating long-term relationships with donors who have the capacity to make major gifts, while leveraging the relationships and vision of university leaders to secure support for strategic university priorities and initiatives. The Associate Director of Philanthropy will be a seasoned and exceptional team-oriented fundraising professional with a demonstrated successful track record in securing philanthropic gifts.
The Associate Director of Philanthropy reports to the Senior Director of Philanthropy. The individual will provide creative and visionary coordination of fundraising endeavors for university-wide programs. They will convene campus partners and advise on the development of coordinated strategies aimed at maximizing the lifetime engagement and support of a portfolio of donors. They will help assemble key university members together with prospects around cross-cutting strategic funding priorities.
Duties & Responsibilities
  • Manage a portfolio of individual prospects capable of making 5-6 figure gifts through the identification, qualification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship cycles. Forge long-term relationships with these individuals to cultivate their interest in UofL.
  • Solicit and secure major gifts to reach a minimum annual goal as determined by PAE leadership be no less than the performance standard minimum of $1M.
  • Actively maintain a portfolio of major gift level prospects, particularly where there are multiple complex university relationships and the opportunity exists to have university-wide impact that requires thoughtful, experienced prospect management.
  • Work closely with Prospect Management and Development, faculty, alumni, and volunteers to identify and create cultivation strategies for new high-wealth prospects.
  • Manage the process & prospects through qualifying visits, cultivation initiatives, and the solicitation process that aligns with financial capacity, securing the commitment and stewarding current donors.
  • Interface with deans, faculty, program directors, and other University leaders when necessary to prepare for prospect meetings and other solicitations.
  • Record moves management into the CRM database to track engagement with donors.
  • Oversee the preparation of funding proposals, talking points and scripts, assessments of potential support, briefings, gift agreements, endowments, and stewardship reports for assigned prospects. Ensure that all interested parties are involved in key efforts focused on specific prospects.
  • Promote deferred giving and have an understanding and expertise in deferred vehicles and the role they can play in supporting visionary gifts.
  • Advise key university officers on opportunities for their involvement with specific fundraising and engagement events and initiatives with top prospects.
  • Provide assistance to university leadership including the President, Provost, Deans, and other academic leadership in direct solicitations and interactions with donor prospects as appropriate.
  • Travel to meet with donors/prospects and execute strategic moves.

Local and some overnight travel, as well as evening and weekend work, will be required.
Preferred Qualifications
  • 3 years of related experience with higher education fundraising, including planned giving or wealth management, and/or work in CFR is highly valued.
  • Experience managing a major gift portfolio utilizing metrics, systems, and relationship-building skills to maximize strategic cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of 5-6-figure donors and transformational gifts.
  • A deep understanding of and commitment to an integrated advancement program, and experience in a complex major research university environment.
  • A keen understanding of the natural tension that exists when working with a multitude of colleges, departments, and programs with varying priorities is essential.
  • Experience working to sustain strong working relationships with staff, donors, faculty, volunteers, and academic leadership is imperative.
  • A strong ability to develop sincere, productive relationships and to build trust both with internal colleagues and external constituencies is a must.
  • Proven success at developing and implementing creative solicitation strategies for transformational philanthropic gifts in a team-oriented and collaborative environment.
  • Superior interpersonal and listening skills, exceptional negotiation skills, and a proven ability to make independent decisions.

Competencies
  • Clear and effective written and oral communication and presentation skills, including individual and large groups.
  • Ability to assess risk combined with a willingness to take calculated risks.
  • A tolerance for the inevitable ambiguity that typifies a large university.
  • Proven ability to drive performance and execute for results; strategic and agile thinker to develop opportunities and strategies for organizational success toward objectives.
  • Ability to lead peers and collaborate with staff in a manner that instills confidence and empowers staff to achieve through challenges and tough decisions, and situations, helping them to achieve full potential and attain high individual and team performance and goals.
  • High integrity, judgement, and courage of convictions.
  • Maintain self-awareness, understanding the impact of self on others.
  • Strong evidence of ability to function in an environment of complexity, uncertainty, and change management.
  • Natural sense of curiosity regarding individuals and industry, with a skill to uncover connections, networks, and interests.

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Philanthropy & Alumni Engagement is committed to creating campus environments that support the success of all students and employees. We believe that employees who feel valued and respected will create policies, programs, practices, research agendas, and services that effectively meet the needs and exceed the expectations of our student population.
Benefits - The University of Louisville has an exceptional benefits package; to learn more about our benefits, please visit here
Compensation will be commensurate to candidate experience.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of Louisville is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. The University strives to provide equal employment opportunity on the basis of merit and without unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, sex, age, color, national origin, ethnicity, creed, religion, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, veteran status, marital status, or pregnancy. In accordance with the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Vietnam Era Veteran Readjustment Act of 1974, the University prohibits job discrimination of individuals with disabilities, Vietnam era veterans, qualified special disabled veterans, recently separated veterans, and other protected veterans. The University acknowledges its obligations to ensure affirmative steps are taken to ensure equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment. It is the policy of the University that no employee or applicant for employment be subject to unlawful discrimination in terms of recruitment, hiring, promotion, contract, contract renewal, tenure, compensation, benefits, and/or working conditions. No employee or applicant for employment is required to endorse or condemn a specific ideology, political viewpoint, or social viewpoint to be eligible for hiring, contract renewal, tenure, or promotion.
Consistent with applicable law, demographic information is collected for aggregate reporting requirements. Demographic information provided through this application is not available to hiring managers/committees and is not considered in hiring or employment decisions.
Assistance and Accommodations
Computers are available for application submission at the Human Resources Department located at 2315 South First Street Walk, Room 02C - Louisville, Kentucky 40292.
If you require assistance or accommodation with our online application process, please contact us by email at employment@louisville.edu or by phone 502-852-6258.

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