University of Kentucky
Director of Strategic Initiatives EPIC
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Lexington, KY
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Full-Time
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TBD
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Other
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July 17th, 2026
Edtech.com's Summary
University of Kentucky is hiring a Director of Strategic Initiatives EPIC. This role leads initiatives to enhance organizational effectiveness, stakeholder engagement, public outreach, strategic partnerships, and communication aligned with EPIC's mission. The director coordinates projects, supports strategic planning, and improves information delivery to policymakers and the public while collaborating closely with Commission leadership.
Highlights
- Lead Commission initiatives to strengthen organizational effectiveness and stakeholder engagement.
- Develop and coordinate initiatives to increase awareness and collaboration among Kentucky's energy stakeholders.
- Support Commission meetings, public events, and delivery of energy information to various audiences.
- Work closely with the Executive Director and Commission leadership to identify opportunities and coordinate cross-functional projects.
- Prepare executive briefing materials, presentations, and reports; translate complex information for general audiences.
- Manage conference and event planning, including logistics and speaker coordination.
- Demonstrate strong public communication and media coordination skills.
- Required education: Bachelor's degree; minimum 7 years of related experience.
- Preferred experience: energy policy, government affairs, utility regulation, public administration, or economic development.
- Position requires travel within Kentucky and to regional or national meetings; no supervisory responsibilities.
Director of Strategic Initiatives EPIC Full Description
Director of Strategic Initiatives EPIC
Posting Details
Job Title | Director of Strategic Initiatives EPIC
Requisition Number | RE55136
Working Title |
Department Name | 40550:Ctr For Applied Energy Res
Work Location | Lexington, KY
Grade Level | 00
Salary Range |
Type of Position | Staff
Position Time Status | Full-Time
Required Education | BA
Click here for more information about equivalencies: | https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience | 7 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification | None
Physical Requirements | Sitting long periods of time. Lifting objects up to 10 lbs.
Shift | 8am-5pm, M-F, located in Lexington, Kentucky.
Travel within Kentucky and to regional or national meetings and conferences is required.
Job Summary | The Director of Strategic Initiatives provides leadership for Commission initiatives that strengthen organizational effectiveness, stakeholder engagement, public outreach, strategic partnerships, and communications supporting EPIC’s statutory mission.
The position develops and coordinates initiatives that increase awareness of EPIC’s work, expand collaboration among Kentucky’s energy stakeholders, support Commission meetings and public events, and improve the delivery of objective energy information to policymakers, local governments, industry, and the public.
Working closely with the Executive Director and Commission leadership, the Director of Strategic Initiatives identifies opportunities that advance the Commission’s mission, coordinates cross-functional projects, supports strategic planning, and ensures Commission activities are effectively organized and communicated.
The Executive Director and Commission members remain the Commission’s primary representatives with elected officials, utility leadership, federal agencies, industry executives, and other senior stakeholders.
The ideal candidate demonstrates strong strategic project management and organizational planning skills, along with the ability to develop and maintain productive working relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders, including government officials, industry representatives, and academic partners.
The position requires proficiency in preparing executive briefing materials, presentations, and written reports, as well as the ability to translate complex technical or policy information into clear, accessible communications for general audiences.
Candidates should possess experience in conference and event planning, including coordinating logistics, speakers, and supporting materials, and be able to manage cross-functional projects while balancing competing priorities and meeting deadlines. Strong public communication and media coordination skills are also essential. Knowledge of energy policy, electricity markets, or related public policy areas is beneficial but not required.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities | Significant professional experience in organizational leadership, strategic planning, or public-sector program coordination. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple complex initiatives simultaneously and meet deadlines in a professional environment. Experience preparing written materials for senior leadership, elected officials, or public audiences.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? | No
Preferred Education/Experience | Experience in energy policy, government affairs, or utility regulation. Background in public administration, economic development, or higher education administration. Experience in community engagement, public outreach, or stakeholder coordination. Familiarity with Kentucky state government, legislative processes, or public agency operations. Prior experience supporting public advisory bodies, commissions, or formal committee structures.
Driver’s License Preferred
Deadline to Apply | 08/15/2026
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.
The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.
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.
Requisition Number | RE55136
Working Title |
Department Name | 40550:Ctr For Applied Energy Res
Work Location | Lexington, KY
Grade Level | 00
Salary Range |
Type of Position | Staff
Position Time Status | Full-Time
Required Education | BA
Click here for more information about equivalencies: | https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience | 7 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification | None
Physical Requirements | Sitting long periods of time. Lifting objects up to 10 lbs.
Shift | 8am-5pm, M-F, located in Lexington, Kentucky.
Travel within Kentucky and to regional or national meetings and conferences is required.
Job Summary | The Director of Strategic Initiatives provides leadership for Commission initiatives that strengthen organizational effectiveness, stakeholder engagement, public outreach, strategic partnerships, and communications supporting EPIC’s statutory mission.
The position develops and coordinates initiatives that increase awareness of EPIC’s work, expand collaboration among Kentucky’s energy stakeholders, support Commission meetings and public events, and improve the delivery of objective energy information to policymakers, local governments, industry, and the public.
Working closely with the Executive Director and Commission leadership, the Director of Strategic Initiatives identifies opportunities that advance the Commission’s mission, coordinates cross-functional projects, supports strategic planning, and ensures Commission activities are effectively organized and communicated.
The Executive Director and Commission members remain the Commission’s primary representatives with elected officials, utility leadership, federal agencies, industry executives, and other senior stakeholders.
The ideal candidate demonstrates strong strategic project management and organizational planning skills, along with the ability to develop and maintain productive working relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders, including government officials, industry representatives, and academic partners.
The position requires proficiency in preparing executive briefing materials, presentations, and written reports, as well as the ability to translate complex technical or policy information into clear, accessible communications for general audiences.
Candidates should possess experience in conference and event planning, including coordinating logistics, speakers, and supporting materials, and be able to manage cross-functional projects while balancing competing priorities and meeting deadlines. Strong public communication and media coordination skills are also essential. Knowledge of energy policy, electricity markets, or related public policy areas is beneficial but not required.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities | Significant professional experience in organizational leadership, strategic planning, or public-sector program coordination. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple complex initiatives simultaneously and meet deadlines in a professional environment. Experience preparing written materials for senior leadership, elected officials, or public audiences.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? | No
Preferred Education/Experience | Experience in energy policy, government affairs, or utility regulation. Background in public administration, economic development, or higher education administration. Experience in community engagement, public outreach, or stakeholder coordination. Familiarity with Kentucky state government, legislative processes, or public agency operations. Prior experience supporting public advisory bodies, commissions, or formal committee structures.
Driver’s License Preferred
Deadline to Apply | 08/15/2026
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.
The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.
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.
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