Strategic Director of State Government Relations

University of Kentucky; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kentucky in Lexington, KY seeks a Director of Government Relations for Postsecondary Education to lead the state's government relations strategy and advocate for the university's priorities. Reporting to the VP University Relations, the role oversees state legislative engagement, builds coalitions, and supports senior leaders in interfacing with the General Assembly and state agencies.

Requires BA and at least five years of related experience; travel 10-50% and occasional

Qualifications

• BA required for the role.
• Minimum 5 years of related experience.
• Knowledge of state government relations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversight and direction of the University’s State Government Relations Strategy.
• Plan, organize and implement strategies for short- and long-range government relations goals.
• Monitor and evaluate operational effectiveness and implement improvements.
• Serve as a key member of the UK Legislative Team.
• Support the President, Cabinet, and College Deans in liaising with the Kentucky General Assembly and agencies.
• Analyze legislation of interest and develop advocacy networks; build coalitions and statewide networks.

Skills

Kentucky legislative process

Education

BA

Job description

The University of Kentucky in Lexington, KY seeks a Director of Government Relations for Postsecondary Education to lead the state's government relations strategy and advocate for the university's priorities. Reporting to the VP University Relations, the role oversees state legislative engagement, builds coalitions, and supports senior leaders in interfacing with the General Assembly and state agencies.

Requires BA and at least five years of related experience; travel 10-50% and occasional