Senior Communications Specialist II

## Senior Communications Specialist IIApplylocations:

Corpus Christi, TXtime type:

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R-094872**Job Title**Senior Communications Specialist II**Agency**Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi**Department**Harte Research Institute**Proposed Minimum Salary**Commensurate**Job Location**Corpus Christi, Texas**Job Type**Staff**Job Description******TAMU-CC is a dynamic university designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and Minority-Serving Institution (MSI) with approximately 11,000 students from 47 states and 54 foreign nations. We employ over 1,400 full-time and 2,000 part-time Islanders (including students/GAs). The University attracts highly talented faculty and staff and offers an array of undergraduate and graduate degrees, including doctoral programs.

As a member of the Texas A&M University System, TAMU-CC benefits from a range of resources, increased visibility and influence, and opportunities to collaborate in mutually beneficial ways with peers across member institutions and associated agencies.********TAMU-CC’s beautiful campus is located on a 240-acre island on Corpus Christi Bay and was ranked #1 College by the Sea by Best College Reviews. Our natural setting is enhanced by its modern, attractive, and state-of-the-art classroom buildings and support facilities.******PURPOSE**The Senior Communications Specialist II, under general supervision, leads the development, implementation, and management of complex communications strategies. This position involves overseeing the creation of a variety of high-level communications materials and also provides leadership in managing special events, media relations, and the execution of strategic communication plans.**DESCRIPTION****Functional Area 1: Communications****Percent Effort: 60%*** Research, interview, write, and edit the Institute external content: articles, press releases, publication content, newsletters, web content, and other projects as assigned.* Assure that print and web-based products conform to journalistic standards.* Proofs, edits and updates and add content to institute websites.* Develops and implements the Institute communications plan.* Generates communications strategies and develops promotional plans and tactics.* Creates all forms of content for the Institute.* Maintain a proactive annual schedule of long form written material to include annual report, monthly newsletter, stories, stakeholder reports, collateral material, etc.* Maintain communication with TAMU-CC Marcomm on scheduling and requests.* Write and edit the Institute internal messaging as needed, including listserv management.* Coordinate and create the Institute podcast including guest research, invitations, guest hosts, and interviews.**Functional Area 2: Media Relations****Percent Effort: 20%*** Develop and maintain media relationships.* Write and submit relevant, timely stories and press releases to media and other appropriate outlets.* Field media inquiries and coordinate interviews/statements.* Maintain communication with TAMU-CC Marcomm on media features.* Monitor media presence and track statistics. Field public requests regarding departmental activities and publications to include briefings, interviews, tours, and events.**Functional Area 3: Social Media****Percent Effort: 20%*** Create content, post, and monitor multiple Institute social media platforms.* Track social account statistics.* Participate with departmental strategic marketing and communication plans.* Assist with events as needed.* Other duties as assigned.**QUALIFICATIONS*** Bachelor’s degree in applicable field* Eight (8) years of communications or writing experience.* Strong skills in word processing and spreadsheet applications.* Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.* Ability to present information clearly and concisely.* Ability to plan and meet deadlines.* Strong organizational and time management skills* Effective verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills**PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS*** Environmental writing and reporting* Long-form writing experience* Press relations* Social media experience***NOTE: Employment may be impacted by the Presidential proclamation issued on September 19, 2025 and the moratorium issued by Texas Governor Abbott on January 27, 2026.*****BENEFITS (rules, policies, eligibility apply)****From our generous** ***benefits package*** **and professional development opportunities, to our retirement programs and our commitment to service excellence, the Island University is an engaging and rewarding place to work.****INSURANCE:*** Medical

+ $0 - $30 per month for Employee Only coverage after university contribution ($920 value).

+ Up to 83% of premium covered by the university:

- Employee and Spouse

- Employee and Children

- Employee and Family coverage* Dental & Vision* Life Insurance, Accidental D&D, Long Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account and Day Care Spending Account**DUAL CAREER PARTNER PROGRAM****ON-CAMPUS WELLNESS OPPORTUNITIES****Work Life Solutions:*** Counseling, Work Life Assistance, Financial Resources, and Legal Resources**Tuition Benefits:*** Public Loan Forgiveness* Book scholarships* 100% tuition coverage for up to 18 credit hours per fiscal year (other rules may apply).**Retirement****:*** Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) or Optional Retirement Plan (ORP)* Voluntary Tax Deferred Account/Deferred Compensation Plan**Time Off****:*** 8+ hours of vacation paid time off every month.* 8 hours of sick leave time off every month.* 8 hours of paid time off for Birthday leave.* 12-15 paid holidays each year.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.
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