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Inside Higher Ed is hiring: Social Media Manager in Lexington

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Job Title

Social Media Manager

Requisition Number

RE51359

Department Name

3R150:Marketing and Brand Strategy

Work Location:

Lexington, KY

Grade Level

45

Salary Range

$47,278-78,000/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

3 yrs

Required License/Registration/Certification

None

Physical Requirements

Sitting and/or standing for long periods of time; performing repetitive motion tasks; lifting, pushing and/or pulling objects up to 10lbs.; effectively communicating with individuals from diverse backgrounds and varied student and/or professional levels.

Shift

Monday Friday 8:00am 5:00pm; occasional nights and weekends

Job Summary

The Social Media Manager is responsible for leading the University of Kentuckys social media strategy and execution across institutional platforms. The director will play a critical role in shaping the universitys digital storytelling, enhancing its online reputation and engaging various audiences including prospective and current students, alumni, faculty, staff, media and the public. This role will supervise the Senior Social Media Specialist, collaborate with social media professionals across the university and ensure content is aligned with UKs brand identity, mission and strategic priorities.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? :

Yes

Preferred Education/Experience

Bachelors Degree

Deadline To Apply

09/03/2025

Our University Community

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

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

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

Seniority level
  • Seniority level
    Mid-Senior level
Employment type
  • Employment type
    Full-time
Job function
  • Job function
    Marketing and Sales
  • Industries
    Online Audio and Video Media

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