Job Title Communications Coordinator - College of Education and Human Development Agency Texas A&M University Department Dean Of Education Proposed Minimum Salary Commensurate Job Location College Station, Texas Job Type Staff Job Description What we want We have a great opportunity for a Communications Coordinator who plans, coordinates, implements, supports, monitors and evaluates all college social media efforts with the goal of engaging internal and external stakeholders while also promoting our brand. This position is responsible for developing a strategic plan for social media and will oversee all social media advertising campaigns for the college. The role has significant copywriting responsibilities involving research, interviews, and production stories for both social media and long-format stories that will appear in the college news site and other publications. If you meet the qualifications stated below and this job description sounds appealing, we invite you to apply to be considered for this great 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. Other Requirements and Factors: Work beyond normal office hours and/or work on weekends. Travel may be required. Qualifications Required Education and Experience + Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience + Three years of communications and/or marketing experience Preferred Education and Experience + Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism or related field + Four years of professional writing experience in higher education + Writing and editing using the AP Stylebook + Writing for digital and traditional print platforms + Planning, launching, and evaluating advertising campaigns on various social media channels + Working knowledge of monitoring tools (e.g. Meltwater) and social media management tools (e.g. Sprout) Required Special Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: + Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheets + Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others + Strong verbal and written communication skills + Strong interpersonal and organizational skills + Ability to present information clearly and concisely Responsibilities SOCIAL MEDIA COORDINATION + Coordinates, monitors, and implements a comprehensive and dynamic social media plan to support college priorities + Oversees the development and production of social media channels across the college, including at the departmental level + Develops editorial calendar for college social media channels + Works closely with departmental communications representatives to ensure departments follow college branding and social media guidelines + Works with various stakeholders in the college to develop paid advertising campaigns + Assists faculty and staff with publicity needs + Organizes and creates social media content, posts and engagement opportunities under a unified brand NEWS STORIES AND ARTICLES + Supports the Communications Manager in the development and management of an editorial calendar to be used for planning new coverage and stories for other publications + Supervises student intern(s) who will assist with and/or produce stories for publication + Researches, interviews, and writes news and feature articles, as well as press releases for publications including college new site, social media and print publications GRAPHIC DESIGN + Works with a Graphic Designer to ensure that brand standards are met across all platforms + Creates and distributes graphic content across all social media channels and assists in developing content for other publications + Organizes and creates content, posts and engagement opportunities under a unified brand + Ensures brand representation and consistency in content through tone, voice, terminology and all imagery + Assures products and publications conform to journalistic standards Who we are The School of Education and Human Development (SEHD) is committed to enhancing educational achievement and health outcomes, fostering innovation and development, and influencing policy and practice in the fields of education, health, sport, business and government. Now the fourth largest school at Texas A&M University with nearly 7,000 enrolled students, we are not just a school for teachers. We are a school for leaders not just in education, but also business, sport, health, and government. To learn more, visit us at https://education.tamu.edu/about/ Why Texas A&M University? We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration. Amenities associated with a major university, such as: sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you. Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes. In addition, you have access to many benefits and perks, such as:    + Health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance (http://www.tamus.edu/business/benefits-administration/)  with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums    + 12-15 days (https://employees.tamu.edu/employee-relations/leave/paid/university-holidays.html)  of annual paid holidays     + Up to eight hours of paid sick leave (https://employees.tamu.edu/employee-relations/leave/paid/vacation.html)  and at least eight hours of paid vacation  (https://employees.tamu.edu/employee-relations/leave/paid/vacation.html)  each month    + Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (https://new.tamu.edu/enjoy-the-benefits/retirement/)      + Free exercise programs and release time (https://flourish.tamu.edu/wellness-release-time/)  for health and wellness programs    + All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning (https://linkedinlearning.tamu.edu/)  training programs, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more     + Educational release time and tuition assistance (https://employees.tamu.edu/benefits/healthy-behaviors/employee-tuition.html)  for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee    + For additional benefit information Click here (http://employees.tamu.edu/benefits/\_media/documents/200benefitsWellness101.pdf) Our Commitment Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens ourcorevalueswhich are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service. 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/Veterans/Disability Employer.