Sam Houston State
Coordinator II - Content Writer/Editor Job at Sam Houston State in Huntsville
Sam Houston State, Huntsville, TX, US, 77344
Posting Details
Come and join the Bearkat community!
Named after Texas' legendary hero, General Sam Houston, the university boasts a rich historical legacy that resonates with the spirit of Texas, which provides a balance between a peaceful, natural setting and proximity to urban amenities. With a student population of over 21,000, SHSU offers a vibrant and dynamic community. SHSU has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas and just an hour drive north of Houston, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging.
SHSU offers compelling options for individuals seeking a fulfilling and impactful career including a superior benefit package, competitive salaries and a flexible work environment fostering work/life balance. SHSU offers programs that support a healthy work-life balance, contributing to employee well-being and job satisfaction, as well as, professional development opportunities with our educational assistance and dependent assistance programs.
Posting Information
This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.
Requisition
202500369S
Title
Coordinator II - Content Writer/Editor
FLSA status
Exempt
Hiring Salary
This position is a pay grade 09. Please see Pay Grade Table at: https://pa-hrsuite-production.s3.amazonaws.com/116/docs/550174.pdf.
Occupational Category
Professional
Department
Enrollment Marketing & Communications
Division
Division of Enrollment
Open Date
11/21/2025
Open Until Filled
Yes
Educational and Experience Requirement
Bachelor's degree in communications, English, journalism, public relations, marketing, or related field. Two years of relevant experience. Experience in Higher Education is desirable. A combination of education, experience, and training that would produce the required knowledge and abilities could be considered.
Nature & Purpose of Position
Performs complex coordinating activities for the Enrollment Marketing & Communications team. Writes content for a range of mediums, including online and print. Proofreads and edits content for various audiences, including prospective and current students, staff, and faculty.
Primary Responsibilities
Creates and curates communications and communication plans for a variety of audiences across various platforms. Collaborates with the Director of Enrollment Marketing & Communications (EMC) and other departmental staff, as well as campus partners, to ensure messaging sent to students and prospective students from Enrollment departments is clear, consistent, and aligned with institutional priorities and enrollment goals. Ensures all communications adhere to the university's brand and tone, as established by Integrated Marketing Communications (IMC). Edits and proofreads ad hoc and routine Admissions and Enrollment communications (e.g., emails, text messages, social media posts, webpages, newsletters, memos, presentations) to ensure clarity, call to action, and consistency. Works with EMC team to collect and analyze feedback on communication effectiveness and make improvements as needed. Assists in overseeing communications calendars to ensure consistent and timely messaging to current students. Assists with the development of content for communication campaigns, reports, webpages, and presentations. Prepares training and operation manuals and materials as needed. Assists Enrollment Marketing & Communications teams with various marketing, communications, or Customer Relationship Management (CRM) tasks as needed. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Other Specifications
Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws. Ability to effectively collaborate with staff, students, faculty, and administrators. Strong interpersonal, organizational, and technical skills. Proficiency in setting and meeting deadlines. Ability to identify and respond to trends in higher education communications and marketing and institutional needs. Ability to use Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint is required. Experience with Salesforce Marketing Cloud, Emma, Gecko Engage, and/or EAB Navigate is desired.
Full Time Part Time
Full Time
Position Number
Quicklink
https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/45518
EEO Statement
EEO Statement
Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an "at will" employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code §51.215.
Annual Security and Fire Safety Report
Come and join the Bearkat community!
Named after Texas' legendary hero, General Sam Houston, the university boasts a rich historical legacy that resonates with the spirit of Texas, which provides a balance between a peaceful, natural setting and proximity to urban amenities. With a student population of over 21,000, SHSU offers a vibrant and dynamic community. SHSU has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas and just an hour drive north of Houston, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging.
SHSU offers compelling options for individuals seeking a fulfilling and impactful career including a superior benefit package, competitive salaries and a flexible work environment fostering work/life balance. SHSU offers programs that support a healthy work-life balance, contributing to employee well-being and job satisfaction, as well as, professional development opportunities with our educational assistance and dependent assistance programs.
Posting Information
This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.
Requisition
202500369S
Title
Coordinator II - Content Writer/Editor
FLSA status
Exempt
Hiring Salary
This position is a pay grade 09. Please see Pay Grade Table at: https://pa-hrsuite-production.s3.amazonaws.com/116/docs/550174.pdf.
Occupational Category
Professional
Department
Enrollment Marketing & Communications
Division
Division of Enrollment
Open Date
11/21/2025
Open Until Filled
Yes
Educational and Experience Requirement
Bachelor's degree in communications, English, journalism, public relations, marketing, or related field. Two years of relevant experience. Experience in Higher Education is desirable. A combination of education, experience, and training that would produce the required knowledge and abilities could be considered.
Nature & Purpose of Position
Performs complex coordinating activities for the Enrollment Marketing & Communications team. Writes content for a range of mediums, including online and print. Proofreads and edits content for various audiences, including prospective and current students, staff, and faculty.
Primary Responsibilities
Creates and curates communications and communication plans for a variety of audiences across various platforms. Collaborates with the Director of Enrollment Marketing & Communications (EMC) and other departmental staff, as well as campus partners, to ensure messaging sent to students and prospective students from Enrollment departments is clear, consistent, and aligned with institutional priorities and enrollment goals. Ensures all communications adhere to the university's brand and tone, as established by Integrated Marketing Communications (IMC). Edits and proofreads ad hoc and routine Admissions and Enrollment communications (e.g., emails, text messages, social media posts, webpages, newsletters, memos, presentations) to ensure clarity, call to action, and consistency. Works with EMC team to collect and analyze feedback on communication effectiveness and make improvements as needed. Assists in overseeing communications calendars to ensure consistent and timely messaging to current students. Assists with the development of content for communication campaigns, reports, webpages, and presentations. Prepares training and operation manuals and materials as needed. Assists Enrollment Marketing & Communications teams with various marketing, communications, or Customer Relationship Management (CRM) tasks as needed. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Other Specifications
Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws. Ability to effectively collaborate with staff, students, faculty, and administrators. Strong interpersonal, organizational, and technical skills. Proficiency in setting and meeting deadlines. Ability to identify and respond to trends in higher education communications and marketing and institutional needs. Ability to use Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint is required. Experience with Salesforce Marketing Cloud, Emma, Gecko Engage, and/or EAB Navigate is desired.
Full Time Part Time
Full Time
Position Number
Quicklink
https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/45518
EEO Statement
EEO Statement
Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an "at will" employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code §51.215.
Annual Security and Fire Safety Report