Executive Director of Institutional Policy Development

Job no: 496866
Position type: Fulltime Staff
Location: Richmond Campus
Division/Equivalent: 1R0000 - Office of the President
School/Unit: 13R002 - Govt, Community & Corp Relations
Department/Office: 130002 - Govt, Community & Corp Relations
Categories: Administrative Support Positions

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Title: Executive Director of Institutional Policy Development

Position Type: Fulltime Staff

Search Type: External - minimum 7 days

Position Location: Richmond Campus

Driver Classification: Driver

FLSA: Exempt

Schedule Type:  Full Time (37.5 hrs per week or more)

Posted Salary Grade: Exempt - G28

Retirement:   KTRS 

Contact Person: Samantha.Jones2@eku.edu

 

 
 
 
 

Job Duties:

  • 45% - Advance Strategic Academic and Research Initiatives: Support EKU’s research agenda and grant development efforts, including the pursuit and advancement of new academic programs such as the proposed Osteopathic Medical program and other initiatives aligned with regional and national workforce needs. - (Essential)
  • 15% - Develop and Advocate Institutional Policy Proposals: Monitor higher education trends and economic developments to research, draft, and advocate for institutional policies that strengthen EKU’s strategic position within the Commonwealth and across the nation. - (Essential)
  • 15% - Cultivate Strategic Partnerships and Coalitions: Build and maintain strong relationships with local, state, and national stakeholders to support university priorities and amplify EKU’s voice in public and policy arenas - (Essential)
  • 15% - Lead Communication and Advocacy Efforts: Collaborate with internal teams to create compelling materials and messaging for varied audiences, while organizing and implementing awareness campaigns and representing the university through testimony, presentations, and other outreach efforts. - (Essential)
  • 10% - Ensure Legal and Regulatory Compliance: Coordinate with EKU’s Office of Legal Counsel to ensure all policy activities, proposals, and advocacy efforts comply with applicable laws and regulations. - (Essential)

Sponsorship: This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Funding Source: Institutional

Open Until Filled: No

EEO Statement

Eastern Kentucky University is an Equal Opportunity employer and educational institution and does not discriminate on the basis of age (40 and over), race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, ethnicity, disability, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information in the admission to, or participation in, any educational program or activity (e.g., athletics, academics and housing) which it conducts or any employment policy or practice.

 

Background Check Statement

Offers of employment are contingent upon a satisfactory background check.

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