Tamus
Communications Specialist II
College Station, TX · Mid · Contract
Sponsorship not specified$56k-$60kDetected 11 hours ago
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About the role
- This position plays an essential role in supporting faculty development programs while enhancing the visibility, accessibility, and impact of the Center's services across Texas A&M University.
- The ideal candidate is an excellent storyteller who enjoys transforming ideas, programs, and data into engaging print and digital communications that inform, inspire, and connect audiences.
- They demonstrate strong project management and organizational skills, exercise sound judgment, and are committed to excellence in communications and service.
Responsibilities
- Develops, writes, edits, and produces a wide range of communication materials, including brochures, newsletters, invitations, reports, presentations, scripts, and promotional content.
- Designs and produces graphic materials in compliance with Texas A&M brand standards.
- Develops and maintains templates for email campaigns, social media, and web communications to ensure consistency and efficiency.
- Manages and organizes digital asset libraries to support communication efforts.
- Program and Project Coordination, Support, and Evaluation
- Supports project management activities by tracking timelines, deliverables, and progress toward goals.
- Maintains databases related to programs, workshops, and participant engagement.
- Prepares recurring and ad hoc reports to support leadership decision-making and continuous improvement.
- Assists in the design and implementation of program and communication assessments.
- Publishes and maintains content across websites and communication platforms.
Requirements
- Two years of related experience in communications, marketing, or public relations.
Nice to have
- Familiarity with accessibility standards (e.g., WCAG).
- Experience with email marketing platforms and analytics tools.
- Experience supervising or coordinating student employees.
- Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Proficiency in developing and managing content across social media platforms (i.e., Instagram, LinkedIn, etc.), with knowledge of emerging trends and best practices.
Skills
- Strong written, editing, and verbal communication skills with the ability to tailor messaging to varying audiences.
- Project management, organizational, and time management skills with the ability to work independently under minimal supervision.
- Critical thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make timely and effective decisions.
- Ability to analyze data, interpret metrics, and prepare reports to inform communication strategies and decision-making.
- Ability to work professionally and effectively in a service-oriented environment.
- Ability to ensure accuracy, consistency, and adherence to Texas A&M branding, style, and accessibility standards.
- 12-15 days of annual paid holidays
- Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month
Compensation
- $56,000 - 60,000 /annually (Based on selected hire's qualifications)
Benefits
- If you are energized by supporting innovative educational initiatives through communication, collaboration, and service, we encourage you to apply.
Company info
- The Center for Teaching Excellence supports the educational mission of Texas A&M University through evidence-based professional development opportunities promoting proven and innovative instructional approaches aligned with faculty and student success and strives to recognize the integral value of varied perspectives and comprehensive teaching approaches to ensure faculty and students, regardless of their lived experience, can excel.
- Why Texas A&M University?
- We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration. Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you. Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.
- Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts, and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
- We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration.
- Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you.
- Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.
- Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas
- Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time
- Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more
- Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee
- Living Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees
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