Strategic Impact Officer

Texas A&M • Kingsville, TX

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Strategic Impact Officer serves as a results driven representative of Texas A&M University–Kingsville (TAMUK), accountable for advancing institutional priorities through measurable community, corporate, and workforce outcomes. This role strategically aligns university resources with the needs of external partners, including school districts, employers, industry leaders, community organizations, and alumni, while actively strengthening partnerships and reinforcing the university’s reputation within the community. The Strategic Impact Officer engages partners based on their specific needs, identifies opportunities for mutual value, and delivers accountable outcomes such as internships, partnerships, pipelines, and community initiatives. Through disciplined planning, data-informed decision-making, and high-impact engagement efforts, the Officer reinforces TAMUK’s mission, supports student success and workforce readiness, and enhances the university’s regional reputation.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in an applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Four years of related experience in public/community/external relations or event planning.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications.
• Strong understanding of stakeholder engagement, partnership development, and outcome-based programming.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and project-management capabilities.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Customer-focused mindset with sound judgment and attention to detail.
• Ability to multitask, work cooperatively with others, and adapt to changing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and sustain strategic partnerships with community organizations, education, and industry stakeholders to deliver measurable student outcomes, including internships, experiential learning, and career pathways.
• Serve as a proactive liaison representing TAMUK, aligning university capabilities with partner needs and ensuring responsive, solution-focused engagement.
• Advance initiatives that demonstrate institutional impact across South Texas, supporting economic development, workforce preparedness, and educational access.
• Enhance TAMUK’s workforce‑ready reputation by identifying regional needs and opportunities and aligning employer demand with academic programs, student talent, and institutional resources.
• Act as an ambassador for TAMUK, representing the university at external meetings, events, and forums.
• Serve as a flexible liaison based on customer or partner needs, coordinating internally to ensure timely, effective responses.
• Ensure external stakeholders experience consistent, professional, and mission-aligned engagement with the university.
• Contribute to the institution’s brand narrative that elevates outcomes, impact, and success stories across the region.
• Collaborate with university marketing and communications teams to ensure consistent branding, messaging, and institutional voice.
• Establish goals, performance indicators, and benchmarks for outreach, partnerships, events, and engagement initiatives.
• Track, analyze, and report outcomes related to partnerships, internships, events, and community engagement.
• Provide regular, data-informed updates to university leadership demonstrating impact, return on investment, and progress toward institutional priorities.
• Plan, coordinate, and execute high-impact events and engagement activities that support institutional goals, partner relationships, and student success.
• Ensure events are outcome-driven, professionally executed, and aligned with TAMUK’s strategic objectives.
• Support recruitment, workforce, and partnership-focused events, ensuring measurable participation and follow-through.

Benefits

• A welcoming campus community
• Opportunities for professional development
• Competitive benefits through the Texas A&M University System
• A rewarding experience of helping students achieve their academic and career goals
• 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
• On-Campus Wellness Opportunities: TAMUK’s Wellness Program is designed to enrich lives through health and wellness programming that is meaningful and impactful.
• Work Life Solutions: Counseling, Work Life Assistance, Financial Resources, and Legal Resources
• Tuition Benefits: Employee Tuition Assistance Program
• Book scholarships
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness
• Retirement: Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) or Optional Retirement Plan (ORP), dependent on position
• Voluntary Tax Deferred Account/Deferred Compensation Plan
• Employee Leave: 8+ hours of vacation per month
• 8 hours of sick leave per month
• 8 hours of paid Birthday leave
• 12-15 paid holidays per year

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level