University of Kentucky
Executive Director for External Relations
University of Kentucky, Lexington, Kentucky, us, 40598
Executive Director for External Relations
Job Title: Executive Director for External Relations
Requisition Number: RE51549
Work Location: Lexington, KY
Department: 3R100:PR and Strategic Communications
Grade Level: 50
Salary Range: $81,640-138,798/year
Type of Position: Staff
Position Time Status: Full-Time
Required Education: BA
Required License/Registration/Certification: None
Physical Requirements: Sitting or standing for long periods of time.
Shift: Monday – Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm
Job Summary
The Executive Director for External Relations serves as a key leader within the Marketing and Communications division, as well as coordinating efforts with Government Relations and Public Policy. This position will provide strategic oversight for:
Helping lead external efforts to identify and target potential members/partners for the Advancing Kentucky Together Network ( AKTN ).
Providing leadership for efforts to work collaboratively with local governments and business leadership across the state
Oversee efforts of Director of Media and Strategic Relations to foster partnerships with local media, chambers of commerce as well as stronger community relationships that could help grow AKTN
This position reports to the Vice President for University Relations and Vice President for Business Strategy and Government Relations.
Internal Employee Being Considered
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? Yes
Preferred Education/Experience Deadline to Apply: 09/14/2025
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.
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Requisition Number: RE51549
Work Location: Lexington, KY
Department: 3R100:PR and Strategic Communications
Grade Level: 50
Salary Range: $81,640-138,798/year
Type of Position: Staff
Position Time Status: Full-Time
Required Education: BA
Required License/Registration/Certification: None
Physical Requirements: Sitting or standing for long periods of time.
Shift: Monday – Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm
Job Summary
The Executive Director for External Relations serves as a key leader within the Marketing and Communications division, as well as coordinating efforts with Government Relations and Public Policy. This position will provide strategic oversight for:
Helping lead external efforts to identify and target potential members/partners for the Advancing Kentucky Together Network ( AKTN ).
Providing leadership for efforts to work collaboratively with local governments and business leadership across the state
Oversee efforts of Director of Media and Strategic Relations to foster partnerships with local media, chambers of commerce as well as stronger community relationships that could help grow AKTN
This position reports to the Vice President for University Relations and Vice President for Business Strategy and Government Relations.
Internal Employee Being Considered
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? Yes
Preferred Education/Experience Deadline to Apply: 09/14/2025
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.
Posting Specific Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Required Documents
Resume
Optional Documents
Cover Letter
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