Job Description
Posting Details
Job Title Public Policy & Govt Initiative Mgr/UKHC
Requisition Number RE52539
Working Title Manager, Public Policy and Government Initiatives
Department Name H4022:Health System Administration
Work Location Lexington, KY
Grade Level 13
Salary Range $71,323-131,685/year
Type of Position Staff
Position Time Status Full-Time
Required Education
BS
Click here for more information about equivalencies: https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience
5 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification
None
Physical Requirements
This job requires some standing, walking, and sitting for long periods of time. Must be able to push, pull, and lift objects greater than 25-50 pounds. Occasional (<30% of the time) job-related travel.
Shift
The expectation is primarily day shift, however as an exempt level position additional hours will be required as needed to perform job duties.
Job Summary
The University of Kentucky Government Relations and Public Policy Team is seeking a Manager of Public Policy and Government Initiatives to manage government policy and program analysis as well as guide program planning and implementation for the enterprise. This position will analyze government laws, rules, regulations, policies, processes and programs; advise senior management and staff on policy related issues and provide recommendations for action; coordinate relationships and communication with relevant national and state-level associations related to national and state policies and programs; manage the development and distribution of a variety of policy communications (e.g., impact statements, policy summaries, presentations and talking points) in coordination with internal teams, external partners, associations, and government entities; coordinate tracking and manage implementation activities across the university related to various law and regulatory changes; oversee and manage implementation of specified governmental programs and initiatives in support of the various clinical, research, educational and service missions of UK and UK HealthCare; develop and manage processes to successfully achieve program requirements, milestones and deliverables; and develop and promote effective working relationships with a variety of stakeholders within and outside of UK and UK HealthCare.
Attaching a writing sample is optional and could include a writing sample of policy analysis or bill/regulatory summary.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Candidates must be proficient and have experience utilizing Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred Education/Experience
Masters or other advanced degree in political science, public administration, public policy, public health or health administration preferred. 5 years of experience with public policy and government programs, preferred experience should include state and/or federal law, policy and regulation; Medicare and Medicaid; and/or post-secondary policy experience preferred.
Deadline to Apply 12/30/2025
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.
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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