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Texas A&M University

Director, Social Media

Texas A&M University, College Station, Texas, United States, 77840

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* Lead and mentor a team of social media professionals, including full-time staff, student employees, and interns.* Define priorities, assign responsibilities, and establish accountability systems to ensure quality and consistency across all outputs.* Promote a collaborative, creative, and inclusive team environment that values innovation, transparency, and continuous improvement.* Partner with leadership and Human Resources to identify growth opportunities and align team capacity with evolving institutional needs.* Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Digital Media, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.* Ten years of progressively responsible experience in social media management, digital communications, or marketing; including:

+ Three years in a supervisory capacity.

+ Expertise in social media analytics, paid campaign management, and social listening platforms (e.g., Sprout Social).

+ Proven experience executing cross-channel marketing or brand campaigns.

+ Experience managing social media for a large, complex organization.

+ Experience leading cross-functional teams or managing agency partnerships to deliver high-impact digital campaigns.* Familiarity with reputation and crisis management in digital environments.* Experience integrating social media operations with broader marketing automation, CRM, or digital advertising systems.* Knowledge of higher education communications and an understanding of university culture, governance, and audiences.* Strong understanding of digital accessibility, inclusive design, and ADA compliance in social media and multimedia content.* Advanced knowledge of content performance analytics, SEO, and paid media optimization.* Master’s degree in Marketing, Communications, or a related field.* Deep understanding of social media management, content production, and community engagement across major and emerging platforms (e.g., YouTube, TikTok, X, Instagram, LinkedIn).* Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to adapt tone and style for diverse audiences.* Strong leadership, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.* Ability to analyze data, interpret insights, and translate findings into actionable recommendations.* Commitment to accessibility, inclusion, and ethical digital communication.* Ability to multitask, manage complex projects, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.Howdy and thank you for your interest in a career with Texas A&M University. As the flagship campus of The Texas A&M University System, we are located in College Station, Texas with a student population of more than 74,000 and nearly 14,000 faculty and staff.

The Spirit of Aggieland is unmistakable. We are a unique American institution, fostering a culture of friendliness, compassion and respect for one another. Our unique history and rich traditions make Texas A&M special.

From our benefits package and professional development opportunities to our retirement programs, Texas A&M is a great place to work. Your path to a great career starts here!

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