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Texas A&M University · 10 hours ago

Senior Communications Specialist, Internal and Executive Communications

College Station, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

7+ years exp

Texas A&M Engineering is a prominent institution committed to providing engineering graduates who meet complex technical challenges. The Senior Communications Specialist will focus on strategic communications, including executive communications and internal engagement, while also managing issues and fostering employee engagement.

Higher Education

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Work closely with the Texas A&M Engineering government relations team to develop promotional materials showcasing the state and national impact of the Texas A&M Engineering Experiment Station

Execute press events for high-level Texas A&M Engineering initiatives, to include planning logistics, coordinating stakeholders and on-site event management

Develop talking points, as needed, for Texas A&M Engineering leadership presentations to external audiences

Create and execute comprehensive internal communication plans that align with the college's and agency's strategic plans

Develop, curate and distribute content for email messages to Texas A&M Engineering faculty and staff from the vice chancellor and dean’s office

Partner with the People Office, IT, and teams within Engineering Communications, along with others, to ensure communication efforts are unified and effective

Identify opportunities to promote employee engagement and help foster a positive culture

Monitor internal channels for employee feedback and comments to address concerns and inform communication strategies

Implement crisis communication and issues management protocols and processes, as determined by Texas A&M and the A&M System, to mitigate reputational risk of the college and agency

Monitor internal communication controls to comply with state and federal policies

Conduct ongoing media monitoring and reputation tracking to identify emerging issues, assess public sentiment and inform proactive issues management strategies

Ensure crisis communication planning supports Texas A&M Engineering’s emergency preparedness and crisis plan

Collaborate closely with Texas A&M University and Texas A&M System issues management and crisis communications teams to ensure alignment, share timely information and coordinate unified responses during sensitive or high-risk situations

Qualification

Executive communicationsInternal engagementCrisis communicationMedia monitoringPromotional materialsWritten communicationVerbal communicationOrganizational skillsCollaborationProblem-solving

Required

Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience

Seven years of related experience

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft clear and concise messages for multiple audiences and channels

Excellent editing, presentation, and organizational skills

Ability to build relationships and collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders

Strong organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously

Ability to remain calm and composed under pressure and make sound decisions in time-sensitive situations

Ability to generate imaginative solutions and create cost-effective alternatives

Preferred

Master's degree in journalism, communications, business, or related field

Progressively responsible experience in marketing, media or public relations, advertising, communications, or related field with recent experience in higher education or in a higher education supporting organization

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.

Company

Texas A&M University

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Texas A&M University has a proud history that stretches back to 1876 when The Agricultural and Mechanical College of Texas became the first public institution of higher learning in the state of Texas.

Founded in 1876

College Station, TX, US

10001+ employees

https://tamu.edu

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