About this role
Position Description
Plan and develop communication for information about programs to maintain a favorable public and stakeholder perceptions of the organization's accomplishments or agenda.
About the University
Founded in 1923, Texas Tech University began with a mission to serve the needs of West Texas, but its impact has always reached far beyond. Today, Texas Tech, located in Lubbock (pop. 300,000+), is home to a vibrant community of more than 42,000 students. Texas Tech's 1,800-acre campus showcases Spanish Renaissance architecture and is home to one of the country's largest public art collections. Its 13 colleges include a prestigious School of Law and a distinguished School of Veterinary Medicine. These programs equip students with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in their respective fields.
Built on the values of West Texas — hard work, grit and authenticity — the university graduates students who are deeply engaged in service to their communities and well-positioned to succeed in the world. Texas Tech is committed to achieving research and scholarly accomplishments that compare favorably to the member institutions of the Association of American Universities (AAU). For more than 100 years, Texas Tech has been a premier destination for those seeking a world-class education and a unique, personalized experience as a member of the Red Raider family.
Major/Essential Functions
- Create, develop and implement a strategic marketing and communications plan for the department, to include all facets of the department and the products and services which are offered. Anticipate needs from a proactive perspective.
- Responsible for designing, producing and supervising the creation of communication pieces including but not limited to departmental advertisements, brochures, letters, announcements, and rules and regulations.
- Serve as primary editor of all duplicated communication pieces in order to ensure consistency in brand identity, language, and tone.
- Represent the department at various meetings to assess the needs and determine the methods and levels of participation or communication and/or marketing.
- Ensures that all content is current and accurate. Web content is customer-friendly and easy for customers to understand.
- Prepare press and news releases coordinate interviews within established guidelines.
- Perform other duties that may be required to carry out the mission of TPS.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in a related field plus three years related experience; OR a combination of related education and/or experience to equal seven years.
Preferred Qualifications
- 2 years of marketing experience, 2 years of experience general office practice and methods. Demonstrate organizational skills and self-motivation.
Safety Information
Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.
Pay Statement
Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan.
EEO Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.