Communications Assistant Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Bachelors degree in a relevant field, such as communications, public relations, advertising/marketing, journalism, or English
• 5–7 years of relevant professional experience in communications, public relations, journalism or a related strategic communications role, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Understanding of, appreciation for, and commitment to the Be One UT values
• Uncompromised integrity and ethics
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills with the ability to reach diverse audiences
• Strong organizational skills and high attention to detail with the proven ability to manage multiple, competing priorities
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to thrive in a collaborative, team-oriented environment
• Excellent writing and editorial skills with exceptional knowledge of Associated Press Style
• Demonstrated experience in media relations, strategic message development and advising leadership
• Ability to translate complex academic, research and policy content into accessible communications
• Strong project management, cross-team coordination and prioritization skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to use data to improve communications effectiveness
• Strong relationship management skills with demonstrated ability to work effectively with executive-level leadership
• Ability to develop and execute multi-channel communications campaigns
• Experience writing in multiple formats, including executive communications, speeches, talking points, news releases, web content and social media
• Ability to remain calm, professional and solution-oriented in high-pressure or time-sensitive situations
• Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment and adapt quickly to changing priorities
• Ability to delegate work effectively and provide clear direction to student employees or interns
• Knowledge of digital accessibility requirements (ADA Title II compliance)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and related communications tools (Adobe or equivalent preferred)
• Ability to manage confidential and sensitive institutional information appropriately

Nice To Haves

• Experience in higher education or large, complex organizational environments
• Experience developing and using communications metrics and performance dashboards
• Experience with web content strategy, SEO or digital engagement practices
• Experience managing executive leadership communications
• Experience managing special events
• Experience supporting issues management or crisis communications

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary communications account lead for AARSS, managing intake, prioritization, timelines and deliverables
• Develop and execute integrated, multi-channel communications strategies aligned with UT System priorities
• Translate complex academic, research and student success initiatives into clear, compelling narratives for a variety of audiences
• Provide communications and marketing support for AARSS-led special events and initiatives
• Provide strategic communications support to AARSS leadership, including messaging, timing, audience targeting and risk considerations
• Lead campaign development from concept through execution and evaluation
• Serves in an advisory capacity to division leadership on communications strategy, messaging and risk considerations, including support for issues and crisis communications as needed
• Lead the planning, writing, editing and production of communications content for AARSS, including executive communications, speeches, talking points, news releases, web content, social media and feature stories
• Develop high-quality content for publications, presentations, web platforms and system-wide reports
• Synthesize complex data, initiatives and program outcomes into clear, audience-ready narratives
• Ensure consistency of voice, clarity of message and alignment with UT System brand standards across high-visibility communications
• Support and advise on media outreach, including pitching stories, responding to inquiries and coordinating messaging with system leadership
• Analyze digital performance, media engagement and earned media value to assess effectiveness and refine messaging and channel strategy
• Develop and maintain AARSS internal and external web content, ensuring accuracy, accessibility and alignment with institutional priorities
• Apply digital content best practices, including SEO, accessibility standards (ADA Title II) and audience engagement strategies
• Partner with communications and social media staff to ensure cohesive storytelling across platforms
• Provide support for issues management and crisis communications, including message development and coordination with leadership
• Manage communications intake and workflow processes, ensuring prioritization, clarity of expectations and timely delivery
• Develop and manage project plans, timelines and priorities for initiatives and deliverables
• Coordinate across design, digital, events and data visualization teams to execute high-impact communications initiatives
• Serve as key liaison between AARSS, UT System Division of Communications and Marketing, and campus communications teams to align messaging
• Supervise, assign work to and mentor student employees/interns, including work planning, quality review and professional development
• Develop templates, workflows and standards to improve efficiency and consistency of communications output

Benefits

• Excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families
• Generous retirement benefits
• A wide variety of professional development opportunities
• Supportive work and family benefits