40 public programs manager jobs at 23 companies in Kentucky

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Programs Associate
Decatur or Lexington
$60k-$65k/yr HybridFull Time
The Council of State Governments
The Council of State Governments: Provides research and leadership training to state government officials.
2+ YOEBachelor's degree or equivalent experience; 2-4 years in program coordination, leadership development, member services, conferences, or public service. Requires strong organization, communication, relationship-building, and Microsoft 365 experience.
Microsoft 365, Monday.com, CRM
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Sr. Manager, Global Public Relations
Louisville or Plano
$143k-$168k/yr HybridFull Time
Yum! Brands
Yum! BrandsNYSE: YUM: Global operator of quick-service restaurant brands.
10+ YOEBachelor’s degree and 10+ years in public relations, media relations, or corporate communications. Requires complex program oversight, critical thinking, business acumen, writing, analytics, and cross-functional collaboration.
FAQs, FSA, HSA
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Sr. Manager, Global Public Relations
Plano or Louisville
$143k-$168k/yr HybridFull Time
KFC Pan Europe
KFC Pan EuropeNYSE: YUM: Quick-service restaurant chain specializing in fried chicken products.
10+ YOEBachelor’s degree in a related communications field and 10+ years in public, media, or corporate communications. Requires strategic storytelling, program oversight, critical thinking, analytics, writing, and stakeholder collaboration.
yum.com
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ONSITE - Public Assistance Specialists
Louisville, Kentucky, United States
$35-$45/hr OnsiteFull Time, Temporary
AECOM
AECOMNYSE: ACM: Provides infrastructure consulting and engineering services for global projects.
2+ YOEBachelor's degree and 2+ years of FEMA Public Assistance or relevant state/federal program experience; driver's license, background check, drug screen, and Microsoft Office proficiency required.
Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Teams, FEMA Grants Portal
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ONSITE - Public Assistance Specialists
Louisville, Kentucky, United States
$35-$45/hr OnsiteContract
AECOM
AECOMNYSE: ACM: Global infrastructure consulting firm providing design and engineering services.
2+ YOEBA/BS +2 years FEMA Public Assistance experience or equivalent, pass background check and drug screen, valid US driver’s license, proficiency with Microsoft Outlook/Word/Excel and virtual collaboration tools.
Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Teams, FEMA Grants Portal
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Training Coordinator - Harm Reduction Branch (Dept. for Public Health)
Frankfort, Kentucky, United States
$30/hr HybridFull Time
Kentucky River Community Care
Kentucky River Community Care: A community organization supporting public health services and overdose prevention initiatives in Kentucky.
4+ YOEBachelor's degree and 4 years public health or program administration experience (or equivalent substitutions). Requires excellent communication, facilitation, project management, data analysis, and ability to travel; CHES preferred; valid driver's license.
KY-TRAIN, ODMAP
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Water/Wastewater Project Manager
Louisville, Kentucky, United States
$135k-$175k/yr HybridFull Time
Trilon Group
Trilon Group: Providing engineering and design services for community infrastructure.
10+ YOEBS/MS in Civil Engineering, PE registration, 10+ years water resources/public infrastructure experience, project/client management, design review, and Microsoft Office proficiency.
Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Outlook
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Project Specialist - Public Assistance
Frankfort, Kentucky, United States
OnsiteContract, Temporary
CDR Maguire
CDR Maguire: National engineering firm providing infrastructure and disaster recovery services.
1+ YOE1–2 years relevant experience; experience with FEMA Grant Portal and Preliminary Damage Assessment (PDA); ability to deploy on short notice for a minimum 20-week Kentucky assignment; pass background check and provide I-9 documentation; proficient in Microsoft Office; strong communication skills.
FEMA Grant Portal, Microsoft Office
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Event Manager | Full-Time | Rupp Arena
Lexington or Lexington
$50k-$55k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Oak View Group
Oak View Group: Global provider of venue management and hospitality services.
3+ YOERequires 3–5 years of related experience, preferably in public assembly venues, and a bachelor's degree in facility management, hospitality, business, or a related field. Strong communication, organizational, scheduling, and problem-solving skills required.
Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, Momentus, CAD
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Manager Information and Communications (2026-2027)
Louisville, Kentucky, United States
OnsiteFull Time
Jefferson County Public Schools
Jefferson County Public Schools: Kentucky's largest school district providing public K-12 education
3+ YOEBachelor's degree required, three years of relevant experience, effective communication skills; supports implementation of public information programs to promote the district.
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Affordable Housing Program & Finance Manager (Housing Advocacy & Community Development)
Lexington or Fayette County
$75k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government
Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government: Provides municipal public services and local government administration.
6+ YOEBachelor's in business/finance/accounting/public administration or related; six years related experience with housing development and financing; substitutions allowed; drug test/background check required.
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Museum Education Program Coordinator
Louisville, Kentucky, United States
OnsiteFull Time
Kentucky Derby Museum
Kentucky Derby Museum: Preserving and celebrating the history of the Kentucky Derby.
2+ YOEBachelor's degree, 2 years of educational or cultural experience, valid Kentucky driver's license, project management, public speaking, programming, materials management, and Microsoft Office skills required.
Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook
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NOISE PROGRAM MANAGER
Louisville, Kentucky, United States
$87k-$113k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Louisville Regional Airport Authority
Louisville Regional Airport Authority: Operates and maintains major commercial and general aviation airports.
4+ YOEBachelor's degree in public or airport administration, communications, public relations, or related field; driver's license; 4+ years of airport or similar program management experience preferred; strong analytical and communication skills.
Microsoft Office Suite, FAA Part 150, Noise Exposure Maps (NEMs), Required Navigation Performance (RNP)
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Director, Navigation Integration
Raleigh or North Carolina or Florida or South Carolina or Pennsylvania or Ohio or Virginia or Tennessee or Arizona or Maryland or West Virginia or Kentucky or Texas or Arkansas or Louisiana or Alabama or Michigan or Georgia or Colorado
RemoteFull Time
American Cancer Society
American Cancer Society: Provides cancer research funding, patient support, and health education.
5+ YOE3+ MgmtBachelor's degree (Master's preferred); 5+ years managing public health or patient care programs; 3+ years supervisory experience; experience in program design, evaluation, and stakeholder engagement; occasional travel required.
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Director, Navigation Integration
Raleigh or Alabama or Arizona or Arkansas or Colorado Springs or Florida or Georgia or Kentucky or Louisiana or Maryland or Michigan or Ohio or Pittsburgh or South Carolina or Tennessee or Texas or Virginia Beach or West Virginia
OnsiteFull Time
American Cancer Society
American Cancer Society: Provides patient support services and funds cancer research.
5+ YOE3+ MgmtBachelor's degree (Master's preferred); 5+ years managing public health or patient care programs; 3+ years supervisory experience; knowledge of patient navigation, curriculum design, program evaluation, and data-driven decision making.
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McCracken County ASAP Drug-Free Communities (DFC) Grant Program Coordinator
Paducah, Kentucky, United States
$20/hr FieldFull Time
Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services
Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services: Administers Kentucky state public health and social programs.
2+ YOEBachelor's degree in a related field, 2+ years in program coordination, grants, public health, prevention, or coalitions, Microsoft Office proficiency, communication and facilitation skills, and a valid driver's license.
Microsoft Office
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Jewish Commnity Relations Counselor
Louisville, Kentucky, United States
OnsiteFull Time
Jewish Community Center of Louisville
Jewish Community Center of Louisville: Community center providing fitness, education, and cultural programming.
Develop public policy agenda, build relationships with civic and faith groups, advocate for Jewish priorities and Israel, lead community education and Holocaust programming, strong written and public speaking skills, experience in advocacy and leadership.
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Arts Program Administrator
Frankfort, Kentucky, United States
$4k/mo OnsiteFull Time
Commonwealth of Kentucky
Commonwealth of Kentucky: Providing essential government services and administration for Kentucky residents.
3+ YOEBachelor's degree and three years of experience administering or consulting with organizations serving artists or fostering public involvement in the arts. Strong communication, planning, and problem-solving skills required.
Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft OneDrive, Zoom
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Regional Deputy Director, Overdose Prevention Program
New York City or North Carolina or New Jersey or Kentucky or New Mexico or Wisconsin or Nevada or Washington
$135k-$150k/yr HybridFull Time
Vital Strategies
Vital Strategies: Strengthens global public health systems through data and evidence.
10+ YOE3+ MgmtBachelor's degree or equivalent experience; 10+ years in harm reduction, overdose prevention, substance use, or public health; 3–5 years supporting senior government officials; team supervision and technical assistance experience.
Microsoft Office Suite
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Sr. Program Analyst, Federal Health
Arizona or Arkansas or Colorado or Delaware or Florida or Georgia or Illinois or Indiana or Kansas or Kentucky or Massachusetts or Maryland or Michigan or Mississippi or Missouri or Montana or North Carolina or Nebraska or Nevada or New York or Ohio or Oklahoma or Pennsylvania or South Carolina or Tennessee or Texas or Virginia or District of Columbia or Wisconsin or West Virginia
$130k-$160k/yr RemoteFull Time
Commence: Delivers AI-powered data solutions for healthcare quality and integrity.
2+ YOE2+ years VBA RVSR compensation rating experience, expert knowledge of 38 CFR Parts 3 and 4 and M21-1, ability to assess evidentiary sufficiency, translate regulatory criteria into business logic, and obtain Public Trust clearance.