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Texas A&M Engineering

Communications Specialist III

Texas A&M Engineering, Houston, Texas, United States,


Job TitleCommunications Specialist III

AgencyTexas A&M Engineering

DepartmentHypersonics

Proposed Minimum SalaryCommensurate

Job LocationCollege Station, Texas

Job TypeStaff

Job Description

Why work for Texas A&M Engineering?

Who we are

Texas A&M Engineering is a large employer in the great and growing cities of Bryan/College Station, offering thousands of career opportunities in a wide variety of fields. We are deeply committed to recruiting and retaining a talented workforce that embraces our core values of respect, excellence, leadership, loyalty, integrity, and service. Texas A&M Engineering offers competitive salaries, full benefits, an extensive support network, and above all, an enriching and highly collaborative working community that is deeply passionate about our vision for higher education, research, and public service.

Job Description

Purpose:

The Communications Specialist III, under general supervision, writes, edits, designs, and assists in the production of informational and promotional materials, presentations, and special events.

Responsibilities:Writes, edits, designs, and produces brochures, invitations, advertisements, flyers, newsletters, speeches, and reports.Proofs, edits, and updates information on the departmental website.Maintains a tracking system for project timelines and costs.Assists in developing and implementing the overall departmental communications plan.Writes news releases and disseminates to the media.Plans, implements and promotes special events and programs.Generates ideas for communications strategies.Prepares and coordinates publications with printers.Prepares presentations and displays.Other duties as assigned.

What we need:Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.Four years of related experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications.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.

Work Location:Main Campus - College Station, TX.

About the University Consortium for Applied Hypersonics

The University Consortium for Applied Hypersonics (UCAH) is a collaborative network of universities working with government, industry, national laboratories, federally funded research centers, and existing university affiliated research centers. It aims to deliver the innovation and workforce needed to advance modern hypersonic flight systems in support of national defense.

Texas A&M Engineering provides an outstanding benefits package including but not limited to:Competitive health benefits.Generous paid vacation, sick time, and holidays.Vision, Dental, Life, and Long-Term Disability insurance options.Teachers Retirement System of Texas (TRS), a defined benefit retirement plan with 8% 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 expensesRobust free training access through LinkedIn Learning plus professional development opportunities.Tuition assistance https://engineering.tamu.edu/information/esac/educational-assistance-programs.htmlWellness program release time offered to employees to promote work/life balance.

Helpful Applicant Information

Required Materials for Application:Resume/CVThree work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor/former supervisor.Letter of interest

Compensation Philosophy:Recruit and retain high-performing workforce through competitive compensation and career development including career pathing, coaching and skills development.Offer total rewards, flexible benefits, professional development, performance recognition and work-life balance.Ensure resources are readily available and utilized to attract and retain the highest quality researchers, faculty, and staff.

Employment Eligibility VerificationIf hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in delay of start date.

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.