Communications Specialist IV

Texas A&M University System•College Station, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Communications Specialist IV, under limited supervision, plays a key role in the strategic planning, development, and execution of high-level communications initiatives. This position involves advanced writing, editing, designing, and overseeing the production of a wide range of communications materials.

Requirements

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

Responsibilities

Research, write, and edit feature stories, news articles, and profiles highlighting faculty achievements, student success, research initiatives, and departmental impact.
Promote departmental special events and programs.
Manage the department’s social media presence.
Coordinate the production of print material and electronic communications to support the goals of the department through collaboration with Engineering Communications.
Serve as a communications consultant for faculty, staff, and departmental leadership by recommending effective communication strategies and coordinating appropriate resources.
Utilize a project management tracking system for all project requests.
Manage and maintain the department website, including content updates, navigation improvements, accessibility compliance, and coordination with Engineering Communications and web support teams.
Provide front-facing customer support on communications-related needs and collaborate with support teams in Engineering Communications to fulfill those requests.
Develop and execute strategic communications plans that support departmental priorities, student recruitment, faculty recognition, research visibility, rankings initiatives, and stakeholder engagement.
Coordinate the creation of visual enhancements to our buildings.
Manage multiple communications projects simultaneously, prioritizing requests and coordinating timelines with internal stakeholders and Engineering Communications.
Provide metrics on the results of the department’s communications initiatives.
Take photos and videos at department events, research labs and elsewhere as needed.
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.