Southern Methodist University
Communications & Social Media Specialist- Dedman School of Law (HR Title: Commun
Southern Methodist University, Dallas, Texas, United States, 75215
Job Description - Communications & Social Media Specialist- Dedman School of Law (HR Title: Communications Specialist II) (DED00000453)
Job Description
Communications & Social Media Specialist- Dedman School of Law (HR Title: Communications Specialist II) - ( DED00000453 ) Description
Salary Range: Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications
About SMU SMU’s more than 12,000 diverse, high-achieving students come from all 50 states and over 80 countries to take advantage of the University’s small classes, meaningful research opportunities, leadership development, community service, international study and innovative programs.
SMU is data driven, and its powerful supercomputing ecosystem – paired with entrepreneurial drive – creates an unrivaled environment for the University to deliver research excellence.
Now in its second century of achievement, SMU is recognized for the ways it supports students, faculty and alumni as they become ethical, enterprising leaders in their professions and communities. SMU’s relationship with Dallas – the dynamic center of one of the nation’s fastest-growing regions – offers unique learning, research, social and career opportunities that provide a launch pad for global impact.
SMU is nonsectarian in its teaching and committed to academic freedom and open inquiry.
About the Position: This role is an on-campus, in-person position.
The Communications & Social Media Specialist supports Dedman Law’s marketing strategy by managing social media, faculty promotion, and internal communications. This role creates and distributes digital content that highlights faculty achievements, student success, and alumni engagement. The position also maintains the law school’s website content, oversees digital newsletters, and manages on-campus displays to ensure timely, consistent communication across all platforms.
Essential Functions:
Social Media & Digital Engagement • Develop and implement a strategic and cutting-edge social media plan for all law school and alumni accounts. • Produce and edit innovative videos for social media and web content. • Coordinate photography/videography coverage for events and handle live posting. • Manage digital displays (Appspace) and update content as needed.
Faculty & Content Management • Maintain and update faculty and adjunct web pages, including bios, publications, and media citations. • Coordinate monthly Faculty Activities & Accolades email. • Assist with content for press releases, U.S. News communications, and website updates as needed. • Manage the mailing lists, deceased alumni list, class notes, and other content submitted via LibWizard.
Internal & Alumni Communications • Produce and distribute weekly LawTalk internal newsletter and assist with Mustang Minute contributions. • Manage online RSVP forms (Cvent, LibWizard) and alumni event web pages.
Promotional & Administrative Support • Order and track branded promotional items; maintain inventory and vendor relationships. • Manage the SMULawComms inbox and route inquiries appropriately. • Support marketing and communications team in proofing, scheduling, and distributing e-communications. • Create and assist with PowerPoint presentations as needed.
Analytics & Reporting • Collect, analyze, and report on social media, web, and email performance to inform future content strategy.
Qualifications Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s is required, ideally with a concentration in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations or related field
A minimum of two years of work experience in a marketing-related role. Social media experience preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Candidate must demonstrate strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate broadly across the University and develop and maintain effective relationships with a wide range of constituencies. Must also demonstrate strong written communication skills.
Candidate must possess strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and analyze problems, as well as devise solutions. Must also have strong organizational, planning and time management skills.
Software Experience and Skills:
REQUIRED: Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, social media including Facebook, Instagram, X, and LinkedIn
PREFERRED: Sprout Social or other social media management software, Sitecore CMS
Physical and Environmental Demands
Sit for long periods of time
Carry/lift 25 lbs.
Standing
Deadline to Apply December 8, 2025
EEO Statement SMU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity and expression.
SMU offers staff a broad, competitive array of healthand related benefit s. In addition to traditional benefits such as health, dental, and vision plans, SMU offers a wide range of wellness programs to help attract, support, and retain our employees whose work continues to make SMU an outstanding education and research institution.
SMU is committed to providing an array of retirement programs that benefit and protect you and your family throughout your working years at SMUand, if you meet SMU's retirement eligibility criteria, during your retirement years after you leave SMU.
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Communications & Social Media Specialist- Dedman School of Law (HR Title: Communications Specialist II) - ( DED00000453 ) Description
Salary Range: Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications
About SMU SMU’s more than 12,000 diverse, high-achieving students come from all 50 states and over 80 countries to take advantage of the University’s small classes, meaningful research opportunities, leadership development, community service, international study and innovative programs.
SMU is data driven, and its powerful supercomputing ecosystem – paired with entrepreneurial drive – creates an unrivaled environment for the University to deliver research excellence.
Now in its second century of achievement, SMU is recognized for the ways it supports students, faculty and alumni as they become ethical, enterprising leaders in their professions and communities. SMU’s relationship with Dallas – the dynamic center of one of the nation’s fastest-growing regions – offers unique learning, research, social and career opportunities that provide a launch pad for global impact.
SMU is nonsectarian in its teaching and committed to academic freedom and open inquiry.
About the Position: This role is an on-campus, in-person position.
The Communications & Social Media Specialist supports Dedman Law’s marketing strategy by managing social media, faculty promotion, and internal communications. This role creates and distributes digital content that highlights faculty achievements, student success, and alumni engagement. The position also maintains the law school’s website content, oversees digital newsletters, and manages on-campus displays to ensure timely, consistent communication across all platforms.
Essential Functions:
Social Media & Digital Engagement • Develop and implement a strategic and cutting-edge social media plan for all law school and alumni accounts. • Produce and edit innovative videos for social media and web content. • Coordinate photography/videography coverage for events and handle live posting. • Manage digital displays (Appspace) and update content as needed.
Faculty & Content Management • Maintain and update faculty and adjunct web pages, including bios, publications, and media citations. • Coordinate monthly Faculty Activities & Accolades email. • Assist with content for press releases, U.S. News communications, and website updates as needed. • Manage the mailing lists, deceased alumni list, class notes, and other content submitted via LibWizard.
Internal & Alumni Communications • Produce and distribute weekly LawTalk internal newsletter and assist with Mustang Minute contributions. • Manage online RSVP forms (Cvent, LibWizard) and alumni event web pages.
Promotional & Administrative Support • Order and track branded promotional items; maintain inventory and vendor relationships. • Manage the SMULawComms inbox and route inquiries appropriately. • Support marketing and communications team in proofing, scheduling, and distributing e-communications. • Create and assist with PowerPoint presentations as needed.
Analytics & Reporting • Collect, analyze, and report on social media, web, and email performance to inform future content strategy.
Qualifications Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s is required, ideally with a concentration in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations or related field
A minimum of two years of work experience in a marketing-related role. Social media experience preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Candidate must demonstrate strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate broadly across the University and develop and maintain effective relationships with a wide range of constituencies. Must also demonstrate strong written communication skills.
Candidate must possess strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and analyze problems, as well as devise solutions. Must also have strong organizational, planning and time management skills.
Software Experience and Skills:
REQUIRED: Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, social media including Facebook, Instagram, X, and LinkedIn
PREFERRED: Sprout Social or other social media management software, Sitecore CMS
Physical and Environmental Demands
Sit for long periods of time
Carry/lift 25 lbs.
Standing
Deadline to Apply December 8, 2025
EEO Statement SMU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity and expression.
SMU offers staff a broad, competitive array of healthand related benefit s. In addition to traditional benefits such as health, dental, and vision plans, SMU offers a wide range of wellness programs to help attract, support, and retain our employees whose work continues to make SMU an outstanding education and research institution.
SMU is committed to providing an array of retirement programs that benefit and protect you and your family throughout your working years at SMUand, if you meet SMU's retirement eligibility criteria, during your retirement years after you leave SMU.
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