Land Grant Engagement Director

Job Title
Land Grant Engagement Director


Requisition Number
RE48304


Working Title

Department Name
7P610:COLLEGE OF PUBLIC HEALTH


Work Location
Lexington, KY


Grade Level
49


Salary Range
$72,405-119,496/year


Type of Position
Staff


Position Time Status
Full-Time


Required Education

MA



Click here for more information about equivalencies:
https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies


Required Related Experience

8 yrs



Required License/Registration/Certification

None



Physical Requirements

Sitting for extended periods of time; and travel.



Shift

Typically Monday – Friday Between hours of 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Additional hours as needed or required.



Job Summary

The University of Kentucky College of Public Health is seeking a leader to build and sustain broad, mutually beneficial partnerships with community organizations, governmental agencies, and stakeholders to co-create and implement impactful public health solutions, to foster relationships that support problem identification and solution creation, and liaise with the University of Kentucky Office of Land Grant Engagement, Kentucky Public Health Education and Internship program, Kentucky Public Health Association, Kentucky Health Departments Association, Community Health Worker program, Kentucky State Lab, Area Health Education Centers, and among others.

The position will be expected to develop, implement, and evaluate land grant programs and projects that align with the strategic priorities of improving organization and engagement support and building a culture of engagement. They will also develop initiatives and collaborations at the local level with local and district health departments and their community extension offices. They will work closely with College leadership, faculty, staff, and students to create public health and extension opportunities and promote transdisciplinary approaches and solutions to address societal and community issues.



Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
Yes


Preferred Education/Experience

Public Health and extension experience preferred.



Deadline to Apply
12/03/2024


Our University Community

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As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.


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