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Texas A&M University · 7 hours ago

Communications Specialist II

Texas A&M University Health Science Center is one of the fastest-growing academic health centers in the nation, focused on improving health through education, research, and healthcare delivery. The Communications Specialist II will be responsible for writing, editing, and producing promotional materials for the College of Nursing, as well as managing social media and digital content.

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Responsibilities

Writes content for promotional pieces like brochures, flyers, news releases, newsletters, presentations, email campaigns and web
Assists with the creation of communication materials and messages and other communication collateral
Monitors and maintains the college’s social media presence
Assists the Office of Student Affairs in the development, creation, and production of recruitment and advertisements to increase student enrollment in existing and new programs
Assists in developing and implementing the overall departmental communications plan
Collaborates on managing social media channels, contributing creative content ideas and engaging with audiences
Collaborates on managing email marketing activities for internal and external audiences
Contributes to creative direction of photography, video, and graphic design for digital and social media content
Implements creative strategies and trends in digital communications and analytics
Updates website content and participates in web projects with a focus on creative execution
Produces visual content to promote brand awareness of the college on the Bryan-College Station campus, the Round Rock campus, at college advising locations in Lufkin and McAllen, and on the college website and social media sites
Assists with press briefings, media interviews, advertising, promotional activities, special events and community outreach activities
Assists the director to develop media strategies, identify expert sources, develop pitches, facilitate interviews, provide media training and other media relations efforts
Assists faculty and staff with media interviews and media training
Assists in planning, implementing and promoting special events and programs
Supports and encourages the use of the editorial style guide and brand guides established for consistency by Texas A&M University and Texas A&M Health
Collaborates with Texas A&M Health and Texas A&M University Marketing and Communications Offices to maximize the use of available internal resources to convey a positive, professional image of the institution
Maintains accuracy of accreditation statements on all materials
Helps ensure marketing and communications activities and services comply with University, State, and Federal regulations
Maintains tracking system for project timelines as needed

Qualification

Content management systemSocial media marketingDigital advertising campaignsWeb content developmentCommunity engagementBranding consistencyVerbal communication

Required

Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
Two years of experience in marketing, communications, or other related areas

Preferred

Two years of communication and or marketing experience, including writing for print and web publications, magazines, newsletters, and experience developing and posting content on web sites
Experience posting social media and digital advertising campaigns
Experience using a content management system
Experience working with complex individuals and communities
Excellent verbal and written communications skills, writing and editing skills
Demonstrated writing abilities to include articles, web content, newsletters, brochures, or marketing pieces
Confidence and experience in using social media and email marketing for academic purposes

Benefits

Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts, and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
12-15 days of annual paid holidays
Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month
Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas
Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time
Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more
Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee
Living Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees

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.

H1B Sponsorship

Texas A&M University has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2025 (322)
2024 (292)
2023 (214)
2022 (207)
2021 (109)
2020 (141)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Jen Sommers, M.Ed.
Spectrum Living Learning Community Co-Founder
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Greg Hartman
Chief Operating Officer and Senior Vice President for Strategic Partnerships, Texas A&M University,
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