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Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.\nWho we are\nThe Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences (VMBS) is an institution that represents 100 years of growth from a small school of veterinary medicine in 1916 to its present role as a major veterinary educational, medical, and research center. Today, we are one of the largest schools of veterinary medicine in the United States, training nearly 600 Doctor of Veterinary Medicine students each year. We support collaboration and teamwork that turns today’s discoveries into proactive solutions for animals, humans, and the environment. Together, we strive to support the goals of the faculty, staff and students in teaching, research and outreach programs.\nWhat we want\nThe Communications Coordinator, under general supervision, supports the creation of news and feature stories (including research, medical and/or science communication-based content for the VMBS), digital content, newsletters, and other informational/promotional materials for both internal and external audiences. Oversees the planning and posting of editorial/news content to the web to increase visibility of the Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences. Manages the college’s calendaring system. Supports the creation of content for, editing of, and designs in the production of other VMBS-related informational and promotional materials and presentations, including campaigns for digital and multimedia communications platforms. Ensures communications in all mediums are of the highest quality, are consistent with the VMBS’ and Texas A&M University’s stated values and align with established institutional identity standards.\nWhat you need to know\nSalary: Commensurate based on education and experience\nSchedule/Location: Full-time | Mon - Fri | 8am-5pm | College Station, TX\nCover Letter/Resume: A cover letter and resume are strongly recommended and will help in our review. You may upload them on the application under the CV/Resume section.\nPlease note: Persons in this position are considered essential when the University declares an emergency, campus closure, class cancellations, etc., and are therefore required to report to work and remain on duty unless/until relieved by the direct supervisor.\nQualifications\nRequired Education and Experience\nBachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.\nThree years of communications and/or marketing experience.\nPreferred Qualifications\nMaster’s degree in communications, writing, English, or related field.\nExperience writing about complex topics, such as science, medicine, technology, or research, for a variety of audiences.\nFamiliarity with higher education goals, structures, and communication standards.\nExperience using content management systems (CMS) to manage web content.\nFamiliarity with SEO and SEM best practices.\nKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities\nAbility to multitask and work cooperatively with others in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment.\nSelf-starter, motivated intrinsically to accomplish objectives.\nStrong verbal and written communication skills, with excellent proofreading and copy-editing abilities and strong attention to detail.\nStrong interpersonal and organizational skills.\nAbility to present information clearly and concisely.\nProficiency in AP Style Guide.\nKnowledge of communicating with large audiences through online communications platforms.\nHighest level of professionalism and respect for confidentiality.\nResponsibilities\nWriting, Editing, and Planning\nCollects information for and writes news releases, feature stories, and other content for the web, handouts, magazines, video scripts, and/or other promotional materials in print and/or electronic format, with an emphasis on research, medical, and/or other science topics.\nSupports the production of general content in collaboration with other VMBS Marketing & Communications team members, including helping team members proactively maintain and update materials as needed.\nDevelops sources and conducts interviews.\nContributes to editorial calendar and advises on timing of release of stories.\nGenerates story ideas.\nAssures print and web-based products conform to VMBS, Texas A&M, and journalistic standards.\nResponds to inquiries and tracks news coverage, as necessary.\nCovers VMBS-related events.\nWeb Communications\nSupports the content maintenance of the VMBS website and affiliated VMBS web properties, including posting stories online, overseeing blogs, and copy editing and updating web pages; collaborates to support the development of content to ensure search engine optimization of VMBS website and affiliated VMBS web properties, as well as in support of integration of new media, including internal and external tools for the web, to help increase visibility and awareness of the VMBS.\nDigital and Multimedia Communications\nOversees the VMBS’ calendaring system.\nAssists in the promotion of general-content materials for appropriate print, electronic, and digital media, including for digital signage.\nCollaborates to support integration of new media, including internal and external digital communication tools, to help increase visibility and awareness of the VMBS.\nTracks targeted marketing and communication projects and develops timelines for project execution.\nEmail Marketing\nLeads in the development and promotion of emails for internal and external events and other necessary email communications.\nDevelops monthly and/or quarterly newsletters for various VMBS stakeholders.\nTracks targeted marketing and communication projects and develops timelines for project execution.\nEvaluates analytics from email marketing campaigns to determine optimal send times and other considerations that help best reach our audiences.\nOutreach and Education\nPrepares and presents information to educate internal stakeholders on best practices for communicating journalistically, including how to communicate highly technical scientific topics to lay audiences, as part of the development of news releases, for other print and electronic publications, and in preparation for external media interviews.\nOther Duties\nOther duties as assigned.\nAdditional Information\nMachines or equipment used in the performance of essential duties\nMac computer - 36 hours\nPhone / audio recorder - 4 hours\nOther Requirements and Factors\nThis is a position that focuses on research communications, so the ability to understand complex scientific concepts (either through research or interviews with faculty) and then “translate” that information into stories for the general public are critical skills for this position. An understanding of research protocols/how research is conducted/elements of higher education related to research are also important.\nThis position may occasionally require work outside of the standard Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., workday, including on the weekends, and travel on or off campus.\nThis position is security sensitive.\nThis position requires compliance with state and federal laws/codes and Texas A&M University System/TAMU policies, regulations, rules and procedures.\nAll tasks and job responsibilities must be performed safely without injury to self or others in compliance with System and University safety requirements\n(If applicable) This position allows alternate work location per TAMU guidelines\nWhy Texas A&M University?\nWe are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration. Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you. Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.\nMedical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts, and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums\n12-15 days of annual paid holidays\nUp to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month\nAutomatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas\nHealth and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time\nProfessional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more\nEducational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee\nLiving Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees\nInstructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered, or a resume attached. 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