Named after Texas' legendary hero, General Sam Houston, the university boasts a rich historical legacy that resonates with the spirit of Texas, which provides a balance between a peaceful, natural setting and proximity to urban amenities. With a student population of over 21,000, SHSU offers a vibrant and dynamic community. SHSU has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas and just an hour drive north of Houston, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging.
SHSU offers compelling options for individuals seeking a fulfilling and impactful career including a superior benefit package, competitive salaries and a flexible work environment fostering work/life balance. SHSU offers programs that support a healthy work-life balance, contributing to employee well-being and job satisfaction, as well as, professional development opportunities with our educational assistance and dependent assistance programs.
This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.
Requisition 202500016S Title Manager IV - COCJ Marketing & Communications Manager FLSA status Exempt Hiring Salary This position is a pay grade 16. Please see Pay Grade Table at: https://pa-hrsuite-production.s3.amazonaws.com/116/docs/636763.pdf. Occupational Category Professional Department CJ Student Success & Operations Division Division of Academic Affairs Open Date 01/13/2025 Open Until Filled Yes Educational and Experience Requirement Bachelor’s Degree in related field. Masters degree preferred. Six years of experience in a related field. Experience in relevant project management, marketing planning, interpersonal and external communications, media relations, social media, creative content, and supervision of creative teams. A combination of education, experience, and training that would produce the required knowledge and abilities could be considered. Nature & Purpose of Position Performs advanced managerial work administering SHSU’s marketing communications for the College of Criminal Justice (COCJ) and Institutes. Primary Responsibilities Leads the public presence of the COCJ through visual, written, and oral communications, marketing, and branding efforts. Collaborates with Marketing and Communications team members, COCJ leadership, Institute leadership, and other areas on campus to enhance the COCJ Institute visibility through paid, earned, and owned media channels. Serves as primary marketing liaison between the COCJ and Integrated Marketing Communications (IMC) for external marketing/communications compliance (e.g., branding, creative content, standards). Provides direct project management support to develop marketing plans for the College and approve all external communications/marketing projects. Writes featured (high impact) articles, media relation communications, digital ads, and recruiting ads for national/regional conferences. Supervises COCJ marketing staff as assigned. Collaborates with IMC on website content and quality control protocols for the College. Ensures brand messaging is consistent across university communications and effectively tailored for relevant audiences. Performs other related duties as assigned. Other Specifications Experience with marketing planning, creative development, brand management, advertising, digital/social media marketing, website, graphic design, print production, media relations, public relations, event management, and lead generation is necessary. Project leadership and management, working with external/internal cross functional teams. Excellent written and verbal communication capabilities. Working knowledge of AP style guidelines. Relationship building, motivational and team skills. Ability to utilize electronic media in communication efforts. Must be proficient in interpersonal and external speaking and written communication skills. Must be effective in computer and related technology skills. Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws. Ability to manage business functions. Communicates with other university departments, personnel, and other agencies.Up to 20% of this position, over the fiscal year during off-peak periods, may be performed remotely as determined by the supervisor – after 6 month review. Full Time Part Time Full Time Position Number Quicklink https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/41962 EEO Statement EEO Statement Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity or expression. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code § 51.215.
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