Communications Specialist III

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** Job Title
** Communications Specialist III
** Agency
* * Texas A&M University System Offices
** Department
* * Marketing And Communications
** Proposed Minimum Salary
** Commensurate
* * Job Location
** College Station, Texas
** Job Type
** Staff
* * Job Description
** The System Offices is one of several system members within the Texas A&M University System representing one of the largest systems of higher education in the nation, with a network of 12 universities, a comprehensive health science center, nine state agencies, and the RELLIS Campus. The Texas A&M University System mission is to provide education, conduct research, commercialize technology, offer training, and deliver services for the people of Texas and beyond.

The System Offices, within the Texas A&M University System, provides an outstanding benefits package including, but not limited to: competitive health benefits; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; a defined benefit retirement plan to include an employer contribution through Teachers Retirement System of Texas (TRS); if applicable, a defined contribution retirement plan to include an employer contribution through an approved ORP vendor: additional voluntary tax deferred annuity (TDA) options;

tuition assistance; and wellness programs to promote work/life balance.
** Salary:**$3,657.34 - $5,833.33 commensurate with experience.
** Job Description

Summary:

** The Texas A&M University System is seeking a communications professional to support high-impact, campaign-style communications work across higher education, public policy, and institutional leadership.

This role is designed for someone ambitious, curious, and highly organized-someone who wants to learn how major communications efforts are conceived, shaped, and executed at the system level.

Will work closely with a senior communications leader on strategic messaging, speech writing support, media materials, rapid-response communications, and long-range narrative development. This is a hands-on role with significant exposure tosenior leaders, public affairs strategy, and complex institutional issues.
** Responsibilities:**  - Support the development and execution of coordinated communications campaigns across multiple platforms.

- Assist with drafting, editing, and refining speeches, talking points, op-eds, press materials, and internal communications.

- Help track issues, narratives, and media coverage relevant to higher education and public institutions.

- Use Al tools responsibly to support research, drafting, and iteration-always applying human judgment and discretion.

- Manage timelines, drafts, and approvals in fast-moving situations.

- Serve as a thought partner in message development, not just a production resource.

- Anticipate needs and flag potential risks, gaps, or opportunities.

- Perform other related duties as assigned in support of System priorities.
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* Education and Experience:

**  - Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, political science, public affairs, or a related field.  - Four years of relevant experience (which may include, internships, campaign work, or fast-paced communications roles).
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* Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

**  - Strong writing and editing skills with attention to tone, audience, and context.

- Interest in higher education, public service, or institutional leadership.

- Comfort working with Al tools as part of a professional workflow.

- Excellent judgment, discretion, and organizational skills.

- Ability to work calmly and thoughtfully under time pressure.

- Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.
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* Preferred Qualifications:

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- Experience with campaign-style communications, government, public affairs, or media relations.

- Familiarity with higher education or large institutions.
- Demonstrated ability to synthesize complex information quickly
** Other Requirements:
** This is a security-sensitive position and is restricted to U.S. citizens and legal permanent residents only. Only complete applications will be…