Communications Specialist II - College of Education and Human Development
Communications Specialist II - College of Education and Human Development
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Job Title
Communications Specialist II - College of Education and Human DevelopmentAgency
Texas A&M UniversityDepartment
Dean Of EducationProposed Minimum Salary
CommensurateJob Location
College Station TexasJob Type
StaffJob Description
What we want
We have a great opportunity for a Communications Specialist II to join our team with the College of Education and Human Development. This position is responsible for writing and editing materials such as news releases and feature stories for the college and its departments as well content for the college website and social media channels. Provides editing skills to ensure proper grammar clarity organization style and consistent formatting for both large and small print and electronic pieces. Writes for various internal and external audiences utilizing messages that are consistent with the colleges and the universitys strategic goals and brand. If you meet the qualifications stated below and this job description sounds appealing we invite you to apply to be considered for this great opportunity.
What you need to know
Salary: Compensation will be commensurate to selected hires experience.
Cover Letter/Resume: A cover letter and resume will assist us in our review of your application materials. These can be uploaded on the application under CV/Resume.
Other Requirements and Factors: Work beyond normal office hours and/or work on weekends. Travel may be required.
Qualifications
Required Education and Experience
Bachelors degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
Two years of communications and/or marketing experience
Preferred Qualifications
Three years of professional writing experience in higher education
Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
Proficient knowledge of writing and when to use a preferred style for various audiences and for specific outlets
Understanding of AP style
Ability to edit for grammar clarity organization style and consistency
Strong verbal communication skills
Ability to multitask and work collaboratively with others
Demonstrated ability working under deadlines. Knowledge of social media analytics
Responsibilities
SOCIAL MEDIA COORDINATION:
Develops and writes compelling content for social media posts to reach target audiences utilizing photography video and graphics as appropriate
responsible for writing and editing materials such as news releases and feature stories for the college and its departments as well content for the college website and social media channels
Provides editing skills to ensure proper grammar clarity organization style and consistent formatting for both large and small print and electronic pieces
Writes for various internal and external audiences utilizing messages that are consistent with the colleges and the universitys strategic goals and brand
Monitors and responds to online conversations
Works with other communications team members to develop graphics and photography for social media including event coverage and promotion as needed
Tracks and analyzes the quality and quantity of colleges social media coverage to ensure efforts are successful and reflective of strategic needs
Coordinates with members of each department to ensure proper social media coverage across all channels
NEWS COVERAGE:
Develops materials such as news releases and features stories for the college and its departments to publicize via the college website social media and various media outlets
Assists with various copy for other print or electronic communications including but not limited to websites brochures magazines presentations and reports
EDITORIAL PLANNING:
Works with the communications coordinator
Assists in developing the colleges editorial calendar for news and social media to align with and promote the teaching research and service activities of the college and department
Works with other members of the communications staff to develop supporting materials that are brand consistent as needed
Who we are
The Department of Educational Administration and Human Resource Development (EAHR) develops educational leaders and improves practice through teaching research and service in the areas of public school administration human resource development higher education administration adult education and student affairs administration. Statewide and nationally EAHR graduates faculty and staff play major roles in the education of children and adults.
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
Up to eight hours of paid sick leaveand at leasteight hours of paid vacationeach month
Automatically enrollment in theTeacher Retirement System of Texas
Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time
Professional Development: All employees have access to freeLinkedIn Learningtraining webinars and limited financial support to attend conferences workshops and more
Educational release time and tuition assistancefor 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
Our Commitment
Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect Excellence Leadership Loyalty Integrity and Selfless Service.
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation and employment is contingent upon the institutions verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institutions procedures including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
