Texas A&M Engineering Experiment Station (TEES) · 23 hours ago
Senior Communications Specialist, Internal and Executive Communications
College Station, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
7+ years expTexas A&M Engineering Experiment Station (TEES) is a state agency within the Texas A&M University System focused on improving lives through engineering research and workforce development. The Senior Communications Specialist will play a key role in strategic communications, focusing on executive communications, internal engagement, and issues management to foster employee engagement and support the agency's mission.
Higher EducationMarket Research
Responsibilities
Work closely with the Texas A&M Engineering government relations team to develop promotional materials showcasing the state and national impact of the Texas A&M Engineering Experiment Station
Execute press events for high-level Texas A&M Engineering initiatives, to include planning logistics, coordinating stakeholders and on-site event management
Develop talking points, as needed, for Texas A&M Engineering leadership presentations to external audiences
Create and execute comprehensive internal communication plans that align with the college's and agency's strategic plans
Develop, curate and distribute content for email messages to Texas A&M Engineering faculty and staff from the vice chancellor and dean’s office
Partner with the People Office, IT, and teams within Engineering Communications, along with others, to ensure communication efforts are unified and effective
Identify opportunities to promote employee engagement and help foster a positive culture
Monitor internal channels for employee feedback and comments to address concerns and inform communication strategies
Implement crisis communication and issues management protocols and processes, as determined by Texas A&M and the A&M System, to mitigate reputational risk of the college and agency
Monitor internal communication controls to comply with state and federal policies
Conduct ongoing media monitoring and reputation tracking to identify emerging issues, assess public sentiment and inform proactive issues management strategies
Ensure crisis communication planning supports Texas A&M Engineering’s emergency preparedness and crisis plan
Collaborate closely with Texas A&M University and Texas A&M System issues management and crisis communications teams to ensure alignment, share timely information and coordinate unified responses during sensitive or high-risk situations
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
Seven years of related experience
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft clear and concise messages for multiple audiences and channels
Excellent editing, presentation, and organizational skills
Ability to build relationships and collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders
Strong organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously
Ability to remain calm and composed under pressure and make sound decisions in time-sensitive situations
Ability to generate imaginative solutions and create cost-effective alternatives
Preferred
Master's degree in journalism, communications, business, or related field
Progressively responsible experience in marketing, media or public relations, advertising, communications, or related field with recent experience in higher education or in a higher education supporting organization
Benefits
Competitive medical insurance benefits through Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and Prescription coverage by Express Scripts.
Options for Vision, Dental, Life, and Long-Term Disability insurance.
A defined benefit retirement plan with the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) with 8.25% employer contribution.
Additional Voluntary Retirement Programs: Tax Deferred Account 403(b) and a Deferred Compensation Program 457(b).
Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses.
Generous paid time off with holidays, vacation and sick leave.
Robust free training access through LinkedIn Learning plus professional development opportunities.
Tuition assistance and Educational release time to further your academic pursuits.
Access to Engineer Your Wellness programs that provide opportunities for employees to engage in health and fitness.
Wellness release time offered to employees to promote work/life balance.
Company
Texas A&M Engineering Experiment Station (TEES)
As an engineering research agency of Texas, TEES performs quality research driven by world problems; strengthens and expands the state’s workforce through educational partnerships and training; and develops and transfers technology to industry.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
Texas A&M Engineering Experiment Station (TEES) has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (43)
2024 (52)
2023 (35)
2022 (28)
2021 (36)
2020 (31)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$2MKey Investors
National Institute for Innovation in Manufacturing BiopharmaceuticalsUS Department of Energy
2024-04-09Grant
2022-04-21Grant· $2M
Leadership Team
Casey Bryan
Chief Information Officer
Paul Price MJur, CCE, CFCE
Chief Information Security Officer
Recent News
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