Marketing and Communications Coordinator

Job Title
Marketing and Communications Coordinator

Agency
Texas A&M Engineering

Department
Workforce Development

Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate

Job Location
College Station, Texas

Job Type
Staff

Job Description

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.

As the research arm of Engineering, the Texas A&M Engineering Experiment Station (TEES) is a state agency within the Texas A&M University System with a mission to improve lives through basic and applied engineering research, workforce development and technology transition. Our collaborations with industry, academia and government provide cutting-edge solutions to global technical challenges.

We are deeply committed to recruiting and retaining a talented workforce that embraces our core values of Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Service, by offering competitive salaries, an array of 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 Marketing and Communications Coordinator, under general supervision, writes, edits, designs and assists in the production of informational and promotional materials, presentations and special events. The Communications Specialist assists with the execution of marketing objectives that enables Texas A&M Engineering Experiment Station's Workforce Development department and its programs, services, and events to meet business objectives. The Workforce Development department's programming includes outreach, career preparation and continuation and professional education. Works to develop the execution of marketing and communication strategies to enhance brand image.

Responsibilities:

• Ability to create engaging, audience-specific written content that supports the department's objectives.
• Manages social media channels, contributing creative content ideas and engaging with audiences.

• Contributes creatively to photography, video, and graphic design for digital and social media content.

• Implements creative strategies and trends in digital communications and analytics.

• Manages tasks within collaborative teams utilizing project management tools to maintain timelines and resources allocation for marketing projects.
• Assists in planning, implementing and promoting special events and programs
• Prepares and coordinates marketing and communications items with vendors for production.
• Assists in developing and implementing the overall departmental communications plan.
• Provides support to the Workforce Development operations team by assisting with various tasks and projects as needed, ensuring smooth and efficient functioning of operations.
• May require occasional evening and weekend work to attend activities and events outside regular work schedule.
• This position requires direct engagement with minors and youth during program activities. The employee is expected to fully adhere to all university policies and state regulations pertaining to the safety and protection of minors.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What we need:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Two years of related experience.

What is helpful:

• Experience in and general knowledge of various design, email marketing, digital web, social media, and video monitor platforms (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, Emma, Facebook, Google Business, Instagram, LinkedIn, MailChimp, Sprout Social, Hey Orca, and X (formerly Twitter)), is a plus.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Basic photo, video knowledge is a plus.
• 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 Workforce Development:

The Workforce Development Division of Texas A&M Engineering will be the premier provider of programs, conferences, professional development, and educational opportunities to prepare experts, employees and advocates for STEM-related fields. The Workforce Development Division has six programs: Spark! PK-12 Engineering Education Outreach, ReCENT, Engineering Academies, TEES EDGE Professional Education, Regional Divisions, Conference and Events Planning Services. Through these programs, the division creates and coordinates opportunities worldwide to hone expertise among engineering professionals and train or retrain those interested in emerging engineering fields while concurrently engaging with PK-collegiate educators and students to encourage future engineers.

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 LinkedIn Learning plus professional development opportunities.
• Tuition assistance and Educational release time to further your academic pursuits.
• Access to Engineer Your Wellness programs that provide opportunities for employees to engage in health and fitness.
• Wellness release time offered to employees to promote work/life balance.

Helpful Applicant Information

Required Materials for Application:

• Resume/CV
• Three work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor/former supervisor.
• Letter of interest

Applications received by Texas A&M Engineering must have all required job application data entered.

Failure to provide all job application data could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application.

Compensation Philosophy:

• Recruit and retain a high-performing workforce through competitive compensation and career development including career pathing, coaching and skills development.
• Recognize and reward exceptional performance based on individual and team contributions to the growth and success of Texas A&M Engineering.
• Offer total rewards through flexible benefits, professional development, and work-life balance. Maintain an equitable and transparent process for compensation decisions.
• Support, reinforce, and align compensation decisions with budgetary and financial strategies to ensure growth and sustainability.

Employment Eligibility Verification

• If 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/Veterans/Disability Employer.