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Job Description Summary

The Program Coordinator II promotes the success of the Evidence Center by providing programmatic support, including coordination of communication efforts and special projects.

Responsibilities

• Communication/Marketing:

  • Manages and updates key digital platforms (i.e., social media pages and websites) for the Evidence Center.

  • Develops, writes, edits, designs and produces informational materials related to Center activities and projects for publication.

  • Serves as liaison to Texas A&M AgriLife Marketing & Communications; adheres to state and system requirements related to branding and accessibility.

  • Assists leadership in creating, developing and implementing a strategic marketing/communications plan.

  • Assists in the coordination of media coverage to promote activities and thought leadership. Actively pitches media opportunities to various media outlets and key stakeholders.

• Special Events/Other:

  • Assists in coordinating speaking opportunities for Center leadership; and in preparation for these opportunities, maintains records for speaking engagements.

  • Coordinates special projects for the Center.

  • Coordinates materials and strategy to promote Center reputation.

  • Oversees special projects.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Four years of related experience.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.

• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.

• 6 years of experience in communications.

• Experience working within the Texas A&M University System.

• Experience in Scientific writing.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Working Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and Adobe Creative Cloud (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator).

• Working knowledge of WordPress or other content management systems for managing websites.

• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.

• Ability to present information clearly and concisely.

• Ability to occasionally travel for story interviews/photos.

• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team. 

• Self-motivated.

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.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.