Senior Communications Specialist II

Texas A&M - Corpus Christi•Corpus Christi, TX

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi (TAMU-CC) is seeking a Senior Communications Specialist II to lead the development, implementation, and management of complex communications strategies for the Harte Research Institute. This role involves overseeing the creation of high-level communications materials, managing special events, media relations, and executing strategic communication plans. TAMU-CC is a dynamic university with approximately 11,000 students and over 1,400 full-time employees, situated on a beautiful 240-acre island campus on Corpus Christi Bay.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in applicable field
Eight (8) years of communications or writing experience.
Strong skills in word processing and spreadsheet applications.
Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
Ability to present information clearly and concisely.
Ability to plan and meet deadlines.
Strong organizational and time management skills
Effective verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills

Nice To Haves

Environmental writing and reporting
Long-form writing experience
Press relations
Social media experience

Responsibilities

Research, interview, write, and edit the Institute external content: articles, press releases, publication content, newsletters, web content, and other projects as assigned.
Assure that print and web-based products conform to journalistic standards.
Proof, edit, update, and add content to institute websites.
Develop and implement the Institute communications plan.
Generate communications strategies and develop promotional plans and tactics.
Create all forms of content for the Institute.
Maintain a proactive annual schedule of long form written material to include annual report, monthly newsletter, stories, stakeholder reports, collateral material, etc.
Maintain communication with TAMU-CC Marcomm on scheduling and requests.
Write and edit the Institute internal messaging as needed, including listserv management.
Coordinate and create the Institute podcast including guest research, invitations, guest hosts, and interviews.
Develop and maintain media relationships.
Write and submit relevant, timely stories and press releases to media and other appropriate outlets.
Field media inquiries and coordinate interviews/statements.
Maintain communication with TAMU-CC Marcomm on media features.
Monitor media presence and track statistics.
Field public requests regarding departmental activities and publications to include briefings, interviews, tours, and events.
Create content, post, and monitor multiple Institute social media platforms.
Track social account statistics.
Participate with departmental strategic marketing and communication plans.
Assist with events as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical $0 - $30 per month for Employee Only coverage after university contribution ($920 value). Up to 83% of premium covered by the university: Employee and Spouse, Employee and Children, Employee and Family coverage
Dental & Vision
Life Insurance, Accidental D&D, Long Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account and Day Care Spending Account
DUAL CAREER PARTNER PROGRAM
ON-CAMPUS WELLNESS OPPORTUNITIES
Work Life Solutions: Counseling, Work Life Assistance, Financial Resources, and Legal Resources
Tuition Benefits: Public Loan Forgiveness
Book scholarships
100% tuition coverage for up to 18 credit hours per fiscal year (other rules may apply).
Retirement : Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) or Optional Retirement Plan (ORP)
Voluntary Tax Deferred Account/Deferred Compensation Plan
Time Off : 8+ hours of vacation paid time off every month.
8 hours of sick leave time off every month.
8 hours of paid time off for Birthday leave.
12-15 paid holidays each year.