Senior Communications Specialist

Overview

Why work for Texas A&M Engineering?

Engineering has been part of Texas A&M University since its opening in 1876 as the Agricultural and Mechanical College of Texas. Today, the College of Engineering is the largest college on the College Station campus with more than 25,000 engineering students enrolled in 15 departments. Its mission is to serve Texas, the nation and the global community by providing engineering graduates who are well-founded in engineering fundamentals, instilled with the highest standards of professional and ethical behavior, and prepared to meet the complex technical challenges of society.

Senior Communications Specialist I

Texas A&M Engineering

Engineering Communications Group

Commensurate

College Station, Texas

Staff

The Senior Communications Specialist I, under supervision, is primarily focused on internal communications. This position writes and assists in the production of informational and promotional materials, presentations and special events for the Engineering Research Office (ERO).

• Writes and produces brochures, invitations, advertisements, flyers, newsletters, articles, speeches, reports and news stories, when applicable, about ERO-related activities.
• Proofs, edits and updates information on the ERO intranet and the unit’s web presence.
• Maintains a tracking system for project timelines and costs.
• Develops and implements the overall communications goals for the ERO office.
• Works with the Engineering Communications team for editing and design, as well as dissemination of news releases to the media.
• Assists in promoting special events and programs. Generates communications strategies and develops related promotional plans, tactics, and materials.
• Prepares executive correspondence, in collaboration with Engineering Communications team. Prepares complex presentations and displays.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Seven years of related experience.

• Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
• Ability to present information clearly and concisely.

• Ability to maintain the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, which may include communications systems, computer networks and systems, cybersecurity systems, electrical grid, hazardous waste treatment system or water treatment system.

Engineering Communications develops and implements communications and marketing plans focusing on key priorities of the engineering program as defined by the engineering leadership team. It also serves as a communications resource for many stakeholders and, as time allows, accommodates requests for assistance. An award-winning team of communications, marketing, graphic design, web, and public relations professionals, focuses on strengthening the brand and image of the Texas A&M University College of Engineering, Texas A&M Engineering Experiment Station, Texas A&M Engineering Program, Texas A&M University and The Texas A&M University System.

Texas A&M Engineering provides an outstanding benefits package including but not limited to:

• Competitive medical insurance benefits through Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and Prescription coverage by Express Scripts.
• Options for Vision, Dental, Life, and Long-Term Disability insurance.
• A defined benefit retirement plan with the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) with 8.25% 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 expenses.
• Generous paid time off with holidays, vacation and sick leave.
• Robust free training access through Linked In Learning plus professional development opportunities.
• Tuition assistance and Educational release time to further your academic pursuits.
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