Communications Manager

Job Title
Communications Manager


Requisition Number
RE50185


Working Title
Assistant Director of Marketing and Communications


Department Name
14000:Office Of Development


Work Location
Lexington, KY


Grade Level
46


Salary Range
$52,021-85,800/year


Type of Position
Staff


Position Time Status
Full-Time


Required Education


BA




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https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies


Required Related Experience


6 yrs




Required License/Registration/Certification

None



Physical Requirements

Sitting at the computer for long periods of time. Attend meetings across campus.



Shift

8:00am – 5:00pm; Monday–Friday.



Job Summary

The University of Kentucky Office of Philanthropy & Alumni Engagement is looking for an Assistant Director of Marketing and Communications. The Assistant Director of Marketing and Communications will be responsible for developing and managing the production of a wide range of marketing and communication materials aimed at engaging alumni and donors. This role involves managing communication channels, implementing strategic marketing initiatives, and ensuring consistent and compelling messaging that aligns with the University’s brand and goals. The ideal candidate will bring a blend of creativity, strategic thinking and strong project management skills to create impactful content for the Office of Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement.

Please upload 3 published examples of your work. These should represent some of your most creative work. Use mock data to ensure information remains confidential. Upload individually under the Applicant Document label Specific Request 1, Specific Request 2, and Specific Request 3.

The culture within the Office of Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement (PAE) is built on our shared core values CoMMIT– Collaboration, Communication, Mission Driven, Mutual Respect, Innovation and Transparency.

By applying for a position within UK PAE, you are indicating your commitment and expressing your agreement to our six values. It is important you share these values in order to be part of our committed team!



Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

· Strong writing, editing and proofreading skills.

· Experience in digital and print content creation and production.

· Excellent organizational and time-management skills.

· Ability to lead a team and work collaboratively with various stakeholders.

· Familiarity with data analysis and performance tracking.



Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
Yes


Preferred Education/Experience

Master’s degree preferred. Supervision experience preferred.



Deadline to Apply
05/20/2025


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