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Senior Executive Communications Manager at University of Kentucky – Lexington, Kentucky

University of Kentucky
Lexington, Kentucky, 40502, United States
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University of Kentucky

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Posting Details
Posting Details
Job TitleSenior Executive Communications Manager
Requisition NumberRE54034
Working Title
Department Name3R100:PR and Strategic Communications
Work LocationLexington, KY
Grade Level46
Salary Range$52,021-85,800/year
Type of PositionStaff
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
3 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification
None
Physical Requirements
Lifting, pushing, or pulling of objects up to 50 lbs.; sitting and/or standing for long periods of time; effectively communicating with individuals from diverse backgrounds and varied professional levels.
Shift
Monday-Friday; 8am-5pm. May require additional evenings, weekends, etc. to accomplish work goals
Job Summary
The Senior Executive Communications Manager serves as managing editor and senior strategist for institution-level executive communications issued by the provost, cabinet leadership and the president. The role provides senior-level leadership within Executive Communications, overseeing editorial standards, cross-unit alignment, crisis messaging integration, executive digital platforms and university printed materials.

Working in close partnership with the Executive Director, this position exercises judgment in politically and reputationally complex environments and contributes directly to institutional risk mitigation, leadership continuity and strategic message discipline. Additionally, the role manages the emergency operations center crisis call center during crises.

IEBC
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
MS Suite, Asana
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? Yes
Preferred Education/Experience
Master’s Degree preferred
Deadline to Apply04/22/2026
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 (*).

  1. * Have you ever worked for higher education institutions?
    • Yes
    • No
  2. * Do you have experience developing executive level communications?
    • Yes
    • No

Applicant Documents
Required Documents
  1. Resume
Optional Documents
  1. Cover Letter

Job Location

Lexington, Kentucky, 40502, United States

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