University of Kentucky
Exec Director, Executive Communications
University of Kentucky, Lexington, Kentucky, us, 40598
Posting Details
Posting Details
Job Title Exec Director, Executive Communications
Requisition Number RE51735
Working Title
Department Name 3R100:PR and Strategic Communications
Work Location Lexington, KY
Grade Level 49
Salary Range $72,405-119,496/year
Type of Position Staff
Position Time Status Full-Time
Required Education
BA
Click here for more information about equivalencies: https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience
6 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification
None.
Physical Requirements
Sitting for long periods of time.
Shift
Monday - Friday; 8:00 am-5:00 pm; and some work after hours and on weekends.
Job Summary
The Executive Director, Executive Communications position oversees a multi-member team that provides communication support for the President and members of the President's cabinet in the form of speeches, talking points, presentations and other communications platforms and tactics. The position also will play a key leadership role in the Advancing Kentucky Together Network, a key directive of the UK Board of Trustees and the President.
IEBC (Internal Employee Being Considered).
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Superior communications skills; ability to utilize Excel, MS Windows, Salesforce and AI tools.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? Yes
Preferred Education/Experience
Bachelor's degree required; master's degree preferred.
Deadline to Apply 09/29/2025
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 Details
Job Title Exec Director, Executive Communications
Requisition Number RE51735
Working Title
Department Name 3R100:PR and Strategic Communications
Work Location Lexington, KY
Grade Level 49
Salary Range $72,405-119,496/year
Type of Position Staff
Position Time Status Full-Time
Required Education
BA
Click here for more information about equivalencies: https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience
6 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification
None.
Physical Requirements
Sitting for long periods of time.
Shift
Monday - Friday; 8:00 am-5:00 pm; and some work after hours and on weekends.
Job Summary
The Executive Director, Executive Communications position oversees a multi-member team that provides communication support for the President and members of the President's cabinet in the form of speeches, talking points, presentations and other communications platforms and tactics. The position also will play a key leadership role in the Advancing Kentucky Together Network, a key directive of the UK Board of Trustees and the President.
IEBC (Internal Employee Being Considered).
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Superior communications skills; ability to utilize Excel, MS Windows, Salesforce and AI tools.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? Yes
Preferred Education/Experience
Bachelor's degree required; master's degree preferred.
Deadline to Apply 09/29/2025
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.