Communications Specialist II

Job Title

Communications Specialist II

Agency

Texas A&M University

Department

Marketing & Communications

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Our Commitment

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & identities.  Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.

Who we are

The Division of Marketing & Communications tells the story of Texas A&M and promotes and protects the Texas A&M brand. We achieve our goals through:

• Messaging - We work with peers across campus to develop, distribute and assess messaging about Texas A&M's global impact in preparing future generations of leaders and improving lives through discovery and outreach.
• Branding - We maintain the University Brand Guidelines and provide tools and resources for our campus partners.
• Brand Oversight - We oversee licensing, trademark management and corporate business development relationships to maximize their commercial benefit to the university.

For more information, please visit us at https://marcomm.tamu.edu/

What we want

The Communications Specialist II is responsible for developing and implementing integrated communication strategies for the department and sponsored projects. Responsible for organizing and maintaining a comprehensive website and social media presence as well as designing and producing publications/communications. If this job description sounds interesting to you, we invite you to apply to be considered for this opportunity.

What you need to know

Salary: Compensation will be commensurate to selected hire's experience.

Cover Letter/Resume’: .A cover letter and resume will assist us in our review of your application materials.  These can be uploaded on the application under CV/Resume.

Position detail: Ability to travel within the state.

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Two years of communications and/or marketing experience.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.

• Working knowledge of graphic design software, such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, etc.).

• Familiarity with and willingness to stay current with social media applications.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.

• Ability to present information clearly and concisely.

• Ability to prioritize, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines.

• An understanding of branding and working within a brand. Knowledge of word-processing and spreadsheet software.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Master’s degree in related field.

• Two to five years of related professional experience such as marketing and communication, multimedia/graphics design, digital marketing, website content development/administration, and journalism.

• Prior experience in higher education.

• Previous experience with web design and development, content management administration, and web accessibility will help bolster this person’s contributions to the team - bringing new ideas and examples of what other groups are doing successfully.

• Previous experience working within a brand environment while displaying creativity and visual communication principles.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Demonstrates excellent organizational and time management skills.

• Ability to manage multiple projects and, at times, tight deadlines.

• Ability to work well independently and on a team environment.

• Ability to manage projects from start to end.

• Ability to translate research or specialized content matter into materials for broader audiences.

• Advanced knowledge of communications, marketing and/or public relations.

• Demonstrates proficiency with Wordpress (web design and development).

• Demonstrates proficiency in graphic design software, such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, etc.)

Responsibilities

• Website Design - Develop, enhance, and maintain project and department websites using Cascade, WordPress or other content management systems.

• Marketing Development & Promotion - With the College's Director of Marketing and Communications, develop a comprehensive communication strategy for the department in support of the College of Arts and Sciences mission and goals. Design, create and implement new communication pieces, which may include news articles, print materials, advertising campaigns, digital communications, large format signage, event materials, websites, etc. Support design and implementation of campaigns for marketing and communication. Assist with information updates, as well as the development/publication of reports, presentations, and articles. Research production strategies and formats, while keeping current with industry advancements, trends, and learning opportunities. Develop consistent visual and written image by ensuring uniform formatting, images, fonts, icons, and layout consistent. Assist in special event planning.

• Research Support - Monitor and report evaluation measures related to website and social media analytics, trainings, presentations, and other messaging reach. Assist in preparing progress and research reports by writing or editing text, creating graphics, infographics, or other forms of data display. Work closely with project or research staff. Translate research findings and other specialized content into materials that appeal to broader audiences.

• Media Projects - In coordination with the College Social Media Strategist and News Team, maintain overall design for social media content in accordance with Texas A&M University design standards and guidelines. Assist in creating templates for social media, emails, and other interpersonal and digital communications. Provide written communications and takes technical lead for multi-media and graphic development for presentations, printed messaging, and social media projects. Create and maintain active social media identify and presence. Publicize events, information, and resources. Coordinate with subject matter experts, project team members, external consultants or website creators to establish comprehensive and seamless messaging. 

• Presentations, Trainings and Conferences - Apply innovative communication strategies to strengthen and improve conference presentations, in-person or online trainings, web-based content, and printed materials. Collaborate with and assist specific communication needs of other team members. Deliver presentations, training, or technical assistance as requested. Perform other duties as assigned.

Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online application.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.