Internal Communications Manager

Posting Information

Posting Information

Posting Number

2023078

Posting/Functional Title

Internal Communications Manager

University Pay Plan Title

Program Manager

Location

San Marcos

Department

Univ Communications & Public Relations

Recruitment Type

Open to All

Job Type

Full-Time

Monthly Salary

$5,000 - $5,416

Job Category

Exempt

Required Qualifications: Applicants must specifically address how they meet these required qualifications to meet the requirements of the position.

• Knowledge of communications strategies and best practices, and digital communications platforms and channels.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Organizational skills sufficient to plan and manage multiple, time-sensitive communication projects.
• Ability to Independently solicit information from a variety of sources to plan and create effective communications for internal audiences.
• Ability to work as a team member; communicate and engage effectively with diverse internal audiences, cross-functional teams, and other university stakeholders; problem solve and make decisions; interact professionally; comfortably speak to groups; prepare clear and concise documentation; be flexible and responsive to change.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• At least one year of professional experience developing and writing messaging and content for written and digital communications.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in higher education.
• Professional experience in employee and/or student communications.

Job Description

Responsible for developing, producing, and distributing news and information to Texas State University faculty, staff, and students. Demonstrates to students, faculty, and staff that TXST communicates strategically and with candor on issues of significance to them. Acts as a vision partner and implementer of an overall framework and strategy to build an internal communications program.

Job Duties

• Write and edit messages geared toward students, faculty, and staff – including but not limited to University Communications & PR emails, articles for the TXST Newsroom, social media posts, and web copy.
• Liaison with the TXST Campus Communicators and other key university contacts to support University Communications & PR content planning and messaging around internal communications.
• Explore and implement new initiatives or outreach from within University Communications & PR to engage with students, faculty, and staff.
• Assist in developing internal communications campaigns, messages, and materials.
• Resolve common internal communications problems and obstacles as needed.
• Organize and coordinate internal functions and meetings.
• Assess and recommend alternative delivery mechanisms for internal communications based on reviewing analytics and metrics.
• Assist in establishing procedures for internal announcements and messages.

Additional Information to Applicants

You will be required to attach three writing samples related to the job position responsibilities.

Normal hours are Mon.-Fri. 8-5 but you may be required to work after hours to attend special events.

Job Open Date

05/10/2023

Job Close Date (posting closes at midnight)

Open Until Filled

Yes

Normal Work Days

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

Normal Work Hours Start

8:00AM

Normal Work Hours End

5:00PM

Posting Notices

You will be required to electronically attach a resume and cover letter to your application.

Legal and Required Notices

Texas State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.

Why work @ Texas State?

• Amazing health insurance: various coverage options starting your first day of employment for full-time employees with Texas State paying 100% of the employee premium and 50% for your dependents!
• Generous paid time off: vacation, holidays, sick days and many more!
• Excellent work life balance resources: mother and family-friendly resources in addition to a comprehensive FREE wellness program
• Great training and development opportunities: choose from a variety of classroom and online course offerings, learning resources, certifications, and employee educational support programs.
• An inclusive Bobcat community: join our many social networks offered on and off-campus
• Retirement peace of mind: TRS pension, retirement plans and voluntary saving options with generous employer contributions

By joining the Texas State Bobcat team, you’ll be a part of one of the most beautiful, diverse, and growing universities in the nation.

Quick Link
https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/40082
Applicant Document
Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter
3. Writing Sample
4. Writing Sample #2
5. Writing Sample #3

Optional Documents

1. DD 214/DD1300

Supplemental Questions

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