Job Title Communications Specialist, Employee Wellness Agency Texas A&M University Department Human Resources Proposed Minimum Salary $4,083.34 monthly Job Location College Station, Texas Job Type Staff Job Description A Glimpse of the Job The Communications Specialist I writes, edits, and assists in the production and design of informational and promotional materials. Essential Duties/Tasks Content Creation and Production Assistance + Assists in creating, editing, designing, and producing various communication materials such as brochures, invitations, advertisements, flyers, newsletters, speeches, and reports. + Collaborates on drafting news releases and supports their distribution. + Assists in designing graphic communications pieces within brand guidelines, contributing ideas and executing under guidance. + Supports the development and refinement of templates for digital communications including social media, emails, and websites. + Helps in managing and organizing digital asset libraries. + Contributes to enhancing the multimedia presence of the organization or department through collaborative efforts. Project Support and Coordination + Supports project timelines and cost tracking, assisting in coordination efforts. + Participates in developing and refining departmental communications plans, providing support and creative input. + Assists in planning and executing projects, focusing on creative implementation under supervision. + Assists in contributing to articles, feature stories, and news releases. + Supports publishing and updating content on organizational platforms and websites as part of a team effort. Social Media and Digital Content Assistance + Assists in managing social media channels, contributing creative content ideas and engaging with audiences under guidance. + Supports the creation of photography, video, and graphic design for digital and social media content. + Assists with implementing strategies and trends in digital communications and analytics with support. + Works closely with teams to create print and digital support materials. + Assists in contributing to marketing plans through communication and promotional activities. + Supports website and app content updates and participates in web projects with a focus on collaborative execution. Living Well Programmatic Support + Assists Living Well team with program administration through creative development and implementation of conferences, seminars, lectures, meetings, and workshops. + Assists Living Well team in reviewing benefit claims data, utilization reports, survey results, and program data to help build a health literacy story to share with campus leadership. + Research industry wellness and engagement programs. Stays abreast and maintains knowledge of wellness and engagement trends, updates, and best practices as it pertains to enhancing employee health literacy. + Takes photos and videos at Living Well events. What you need to know Salary: $49,000 annually Special Instructions: A cover letter and resume are strongly recommended. You may upload these in the CV/Resume section. Required Education and Experience + Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience. + No prior experience required. Preferred Qualifications + Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, or related field. + Two years of job-related experience in creating and editing marketing and communication materials, news stories, promotional emails, strategic writing and developing content for the web. + One year of experience in managing and coordinating projects, especially those related to health and wellness initiatives. + Experience in employee health and wellness program delivery. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities + Strong written and oral communications skills. + Demonstrated ability to successfully manage projects. + Ability to work professionally and harmoniously in a service-oriented position. + Self-motivation and ability to manage time efficiently, as well as make quick decisions, with minimal supervision. + Critical thinking skills. + Ability to collaborate successfully with internal and external teams. + Proficiency/mastery with social media channels and emerging social media trends. + Proven ability to create content specifically for social media communication. + Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others. Physical Requirements + Ability to lift, move, and/or carry heavy objects. Other Requirements and Factors + This position is security sensitive. + This position requires compliance with state and federal laws/codes and Texas A&M University System/TAMU policies, regulations, rules and procedures. + All tasks and job responsibilities must be performed safely without injury to self or others in compliance with System and University safety requirements + This is a forward-facing position that requires on-site availability in College Station, Texas. + Some nights and weekends required. 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/Veterans/Disability Employer.