Communications Specialist II

Job Title

Communications Specialist II

Agency

Texas A&M University

Department

Dean Of Veterinary Medicine

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

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 our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.   

Who we are

Welcome to the Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences (CVM). From the over 550 students in our DVM program, to the 2,355 students in our dynamic Biomedical Science Undergraduate Program, to the 150 outstanding graduate students involved in quality research projects throughout the college, we’re engaged in preparing our students to meet the public and animal health needs of the 21st century and beyond. We’re proud of our college, our facilities and our programs, but it’s the people that make it all work—we’re enormously proud of our faculty, staff, and students.  

What we want 

The Communications Specialist II writes content, under general supervision, to help advance and elevate the Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences. Oversees the management of several VMBS social media channels/initiatives. Writes, edits, and improves content, including material prepared by others, for a variety of channels — including website news, magazines, electronic newsletters, and other collateral — for various internal and external audiences utilizing messages that are consistent with the college's and the university's strategic goals and brand. Oversees the college’s digital signage.

What you need to know

Salary: Will be commensurate based on the selected hire’s education and experience.  

Special Instructions: A cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references (to include at least one previous supervisor) are strongly recommended. You may upload all three on the application under CV/Resume or upon answering the questionnaire you may attach the documents. 

Schedule: This position may occasionally require work outside of the standard Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., workday, including on the weekends, and travel on or off campus.

Writing Sample: It is strongly recommended that applicants submit a writing sample.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in communications or journalism, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Two years of communications and/or marketing experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional writing experience.

• Background in agricultural journalism or experience with animals and/or science

• Ability to capture appropriate images, including ability to edit short videos, for social media.

• Experience with content management systems.

• Demonstrated ability working under deadlines.

• Knowledge of social media analytics.