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Communications Specialist I

Communications Specialist I

The Texas A&M University SystemCollege Station, Texas
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Purpose :

The Communications Specialist I, under general supervision, writes content for annual publications, brochures, flyers, news, social media, and research stories. The team member also facilitates the design process with the design team for the creation of marketing and communications materials. The position is designed to meet the needs of a unit where multifaceted expertise is required. This position is designed to promote all aspects of the Lab, much of which involves support and promotion of two symposia, the Turbomachinery & Pump Symposia, and Asia Turbomachinery & Pump Symposium.

Responsibilities :

  • Writes content for annual reports, brochures, flyers, news releases, technical papers, proceedings, newsletters, posters and presentations, and web.
  • Coordinates content schedule and responsible for maintaining the lab’s digital presence.
  • Design graphics for small-scale projects (flyers, social media, web).
  • Assist the Communications Manager in capturing and producing photo and video for small-scale events and activities (short courses, research features).
  • Manage the Lab’s social media accounts with organic and paid content. Monitor performance of posts and campaigns.
  • Responsible for serving as a communications liaison to carry out the marketing plan between media partners and the design team.
  • Assist Digital Media specialist in building out mobile app for symposia.

What is needed :

  • Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • No experience required.

    • What is helpful :

  • Experience managing sites on WordPress platform, running social media for a business (organic and paid), editorial writing, and assisting with technical tasks, including learning and navigating new software.

    • Knowledge, Skills, Abilities :

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills including creative content creation, and demonstrative skills in immersive social media.
  • Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite and Wordpress or similar web content management system, working knowledge of search engine optimization, and working knowledge of various social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, etc.).
  • Must be technologically savvy in order to assist with optimization of event software.
  • Able to work in a collaborative team environment and use / operate applicable computing equipment.
  • Demonstrate outstanding ability to interact effectively with people at all levels.

    • Work Location :

  • Main Campus – College Station, TX.

    • About the Turbomachinery Laboratory

    The Turbomachinery Laboratory (Turbo Lab) conducts fundamental and applied research within three thematic areas : Rotordynamics and Mechanical Systems; Thermal Fluids and Combustion; and Computational and Modeling Design. This research is sponsored by a combination of government and industry sources, both domestically and internationally, through traditional grants and contracts and covers the entire range of specialties of the Turbo Lab research groups. The Turbo Lab’s acclaimed Turbomachinery and Pump Symposia (TPS) is held annually in Houston, Texas, and its sister event, the Asia Turbomachinery and Pump Symposium (ATPS), biennially in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Both feature a world-class exhibit hall and cutting-edge technical program.

    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 (b) and a Deferred Compensation Program (b).
  • Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses
  • Robust free training access through LinkedIn Learning plus professional development opportunities.
  • Tuition assistance program 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

    • 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 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.
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