Communications Specialist II

Texas A&M•College Station, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Communications Specialist II, under general supervision, writes news features highlighting the faculty, students and research for the Engineering News site. The Communications Specialist II will identify, research and support storytelling opportunities, including but not limited to print, multimedia, social, online and media relations. The Communications Specialist II will also assist the content strategy team with content review and creation as needed.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Two years of related experience.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in journalism, communications or science and technology journalism.

Responsibilities

Focuses on elevating the high-level, strategic news of Texas A&M Engineering.
Researches, interviews, and writes press releases and feature articles highlighting the faculty, staff and research for the Engineering News site.
Proactively manages tasks to meet deadlines.
Collaborates with the multimedia, social media and design teams to develop and implement content packages to accompany stories.
Assists with content review and creation as needed.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Competitive medical insurance benefits through Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and Prescription coverage by Express Scripts.
Options for Vision, Dental, Life, and Long-Term Disability insurance.
A defined benefit retirement plan with the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) with 8.25% employer contribution.
Additional Voluntary Retirement Programs: Tax Deferred Account 403(b) and a Deferred Compensation Program 457(b).
Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses
Generous paid time off with holidays, vacation and sick leave.
Robust free training access through LinkedIn Learning plus professional development opportunities.
Tuition assistance and Educational release time to further your academic pursuits.
Access to Engineer Your Wellness programs that provide opportunities for employees to engage in health and fitness.
Wellness release time offered to employees to promote work/life balance.