Senior Director of Communications/COM

Job Title
Senior Director of Communications/COM


Requisition Number
RE50719


Working Title
Senior Director of Communications


Department Name
7H0OP: COM Operations


Work Location
Lexington, KY


Grade Level
48


Salary Range
$62,941-103,834/year


Type of Position
Staff


Position Time Status
Full-Time


Required Education

MA



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


Required Related Experience

5 yrs



Required License/Registration/Certification

None



Physical Requirements

Sitting for long periods of time, occasional lifting, pushing, pulling, moving objects up to 50 lbs.



Shift

Monday – Friday (8:00am – 5:00pm); with some evening, nights, and weekends per business needs. This is a hybrid position. Hybrid details discussed at interview.



Job Summary

The Senior Director of Communications leads strategic messaging for the UK College of Medicine, supporting the dean and leadership in promoting key initiatives in education, research, and philanthropy. This role oversees content development, executive communications, and brand alignment across digital, print, and social platforms. The director manages a multidisciplinary team and collaborates closely with internal and external partners to enhance alumni engagement, donor relations, and organizational visibility. Responsibilities include editorial oversight, campaign planning, and continuous evaluation of communication strategies to ensure alignment with the college’s mission and goals.

Internal Employee Being Considered (IEBC)



Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
Yes


Preferred Education/Experience

Journalism, communications, marketing or related degree



Deadline to Apply
07/08/2025


Our University Community

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