Communications Specialist II

* Writes, edits, designs, and produces departmental newsletters, announcements, training materials, presentations and reports.* Proofs, edits, and updates content on the PDSV website and ensures compliance with state accessibility and content standards.* Develops and manages communications related to the e-procurement, expense management and other departmental platforms and activities, including system announcements, user updates, training guides, FAQs, and other instructional materials.* Implements and maintains a communications plan for PDSV, ensuring messages are accurate, grammatically correct, consistent, and aligned with institutional goals.* Collaboration as needed with the central marketing and communications office on university-wide initiatives, committees, and projects. This includes contributing expertise, aligning messaging when appropriate, and supporting institutional goals through coordinated efforts.* Maintains a tracking system for project timelines, deliverables, and costs.* Assists in planning, implementing, and promoting departmental workshops, trainings, and special events.* Partners with the Community/Partnership Office to support HUB program initiatives and facilitate connections with alumni and corporate stakeholders.* Prepares presentations, displays, and other visual communication tools to support departmental initiatives.* Performs other duties as assigned.* Bachelor’s degree.* Two years of related communications experience.* Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications.* Knowledge of project management practices.* Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.* Strong verbal and written communication skills.* Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.* Ability to present information clearly and concisely.* Three years of related communications experience.* Experience developing and implementing departmental communications plans.* Experience supporting communications for business systems or technology platforms (e.g., PantherBuy, Emburse Expense, or similar).* Knowledge of web accessibility standards and compliance requirements.* Knowledge of WordPress or other website content management systems.**Background Check Requirements:** The Texas A&M University System is one of the largest systems of higher education in the nation, with a statewide network of twelve universities, eight state agencies, a comprehensive health science center, Texas A&M-Fort Worth and Texas A&M-RELLIS.The A&M System is committed to providing an educational and work environment that is conducive to the personal and professional development of each employee.Each member institution provides equal opportunity and access to all students, employees and prospective employees. #J-18808-Ljbffr