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External Affairs Manager in Lexington, Kentucky at University of Kentucky

NewSalary: $58302 - $96179Industry: Advertising / MarketingJob Function: Marketing
University of Kentucky
Lexington, Kentucky, 40502, United States
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University of Kentucky

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

Posting Details
Posting Details
Job TitleExternal Affairs Manager
Requisition NumberRE55484
Working TitleCommunications Manager
Department Name3R100:PR and Strategic Communications
Work LocationLexington, KY
Grade Level47
Salary Range$58,302-96,179/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
4 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification
None
Physical Requirements
Standing and/or sitting for long periods of time. Travel.
Shift
Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm; nights and weekends as needed.
Job Summary
The College of Pharmacy is seeking a Director of Communications to lead strategic communications and support alumni engagement for the college. This position develops, implements and assesses a comprehensive communications strategy that advances the college’s mission, priorities and reputation in pharmacy education, clinical practice, research and outreach.
The director develops and manages content across web, social media, email, newsletters, publications, photography, video and other digital and print channels. The position advises the dean and college leadership on internal, external and crisis communications, manages projects from planning through completion and ensures work aligns with University of Kentucky editorial, brand, accessibility and federal guidelines.
The role also supports alumni communications strategy, donor-related communications and college events and serves as a liaison to university, healthcare and professional partners.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Writing, editing, communications, content management systems, photography, and video editing.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? Yes
Preferred Education/Experience
Deadline to Apply09/01/2026
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. * How many years of paid work experience do you have in marketing, communications and/or media/public relations?”

    (Open Ended Question)

  2. * Please describe your most recent efforts to impact alumni and/or student engagement.

    (Open Ended Question)

  3. * Describe how you would develop a strategic marketing and communications plan.

    (Open Ended Question)


Applicant Documents
Required Documents
  1. Resume
Optional Documents
  1. Cover Letter
  2. Writing Sample

Job Location

Lexington, Kentucky, 40502, United States

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