Communications Coordinator - College of Education and Human Development
Communications Coordinator - College of Education and Human Development
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Job Title
Communications Coordinator - 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 Coordinator who plans coordinates implements supports monitors and evaluates all college social media efforts with the goal of engaging internal and external stakeholders while also promoting our brand. This position is responsible for developing a strategic plan for social media and will oversee all social media advertising campaigns for the college. The role has significant copywriting responsibilities involving research interviews and production stories for both social media and long-format stories that will appear in the college news site and other publications. 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
Three years of communications and/or marketing experience
Preferred Education and Experience
Bachelors degree in Communications Journalism or related field
Four years of professional writing experience in higher education
Writing and editing using the AP Stylebook
Writing for digital and traditional print platforms
Planning launching and evaluating advertising campaigns on various social media channels
Working knowledge of monitoring tools (e.g. Meltwater) and social media management tools (e.g. Sprout)
Required Special Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheets
Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
Ability to present information clearly and concisely
Responsibilities
SOCIAL MEDIA COORDINATION
Coordinates monitors and implements a comprehensive and dynamic social media plan to support college priorities
Oversees the development and production of social media channels across the college including at the departmental level
Develops editorial calendar for college social media channels
Works closely with departmental communications representatives to ensure departments follow college branding and social media guidelines
Works with various stakeholders in the college to develop paid advertising campaigns
Assists faculty and staff with publicity needs
Organizes and creates social media content posts and engagement opportunities under a unified brand
NEWS STORIES AND ARTICLES
Supports the Communications Manager in the development and management of an editorial calendar to be used for planning new coverage and stories for other publications
Supervises student intern(s) who will assist with and/or produce stories for publication
Researches interviews and writes news and feature articles as well as press releases for publications including college new site social media and print publications
GRAPHIC DESIGN
Works with a Graphic Designer to ensure that brand standards are met across all platforms
Creates and distributes graphic content across all social media channels and assists in developing content for other publications
Organizes and creates content posts and engagement opportunities under a unified brand
Ensures brand representation and consistency in content through tone voice terminology and all imagery
Assures products and publications conform to journalistic standards
Who we are
The School of Education and Human Development (SEHD) is committedto enhancing educational achievement and health outcomes fostering innovation and developmentandinfluencing policy and practice in the fields of education health sport business and government. Now the fourth largest school at Texas A&M University with nearly 7000 enrolled students we are not just a school for teachers. We are a school for leaders not just in education but also business sport health and government. To learn more visit us at
We are a prestigious university with strong traditions Core Values and a community of caring and 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 all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long addition you have access to many benefits and perks such as:
Up toeight hours of paid sick leaveand at leasteight hours of paid vacationeach month
Automatic enrollment in theTeacher Retirement System of Texas
Free exercise programs and release timefor health and wellness programs
All employees have access to freeLinkedIn Learningtraining programs 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
For additional benefit information Click here
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:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
