Communications Specialist III

Texas A&M University System • College Station, TX

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About The Position

The Communications Specialist III, under general supervision, is assigned to perform various communications duties for the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering. The position is primarily responsible for serving as a communications liaison supporting the strategic communication plan for the department. Responsibilities include developing content for web, print and digital pieces, news stories, and recruitment material; facilitating the completion of print and digital projects; and coordinating electronic communications to support the goals of the department and engineering program.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Four years of related experience.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of word processing, photo, video editing and spreadsheet applications.
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
• Strong verbal and communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Ability to present information clearly and concisely.

Responsibilities

• Write news feature stories highlighting the faculty, students and research in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering.
• Write content for web, print and digital pieces, social media, and communications collateral.
• Proof, edit and update information on the departmental website.
• Write news releases and disseminate to the media.
• Promote departmental special events and programs.
• Manage the department’s social media presence (Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube).
• Coordinate the production of print material and electronic communications to support the goals of the department through collaboration with Engineering Communications.
• Utilize a project management tracking system for all project requests.
• Provide front-facing customer support on communications-related needs and collaborate with support teams in Engineering Communications to fulfill those requests.
• Take photos of events, capture videos for reels on social media and news stories.
• Prepare and coordinate publications with printers.
• Assist in developing and implementing the overall departmental communications plan.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive health benefits.
• Generous paid vacation, sick time, and holidays.
• Vision, Dental, Life, and Long-Term Disability insurance options.
• Teachers Retirement System of Texas (TRS), a defined benefit retirement plan 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.
• Robust free training access through LinkedIn Learning plus professional development opportunities.
• Tuition assistance.
• Wellness program release time offered to employees to promote work/life balance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree