What are the responsibilities and job description for the Coordinator, Student Communications & Social Media (Part Time) position at Houston City College Careers?
SUMMARY
Responsible for coordinating, creating and publishing content in support of student communications strategies for the department.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Research, collect and assess data needed from sources to create content for the website, email/text campaigns, flyers, videos, social media, events and other creative platforms.
- Assist with creating, tracking, and scheduling communication workflows for students across the student lifespan including prospective student outreach, the onboarding and admission process, retention and early alert initiatives, student events, and faculty outreach.
- Provide copy-editing assistance and maintenance of content accuracy across multiple platforms.
- Assist in brainstorming and executing communications strategies for different audiences and simplifying complex language and long paragraphs into clear, concise, and student-friendly language.
- Create clean graphic design content for multiple platforms.
- Prepare reports and identify tracking mechanisms for measuring impact and effectiveness of communication outreach and campaigns.
- Maintain standards for marketing and communication functions, ensuring adherence to HCC branding standards and guidelines.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. The qualifications listed below are representative of the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.
EDUCATION
Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Public Relations, Organizational Communications or a related field required.
EXPERIENCE
2 years’ experience in marketing, community relations and/or public relations, or a related field required
Experience with design concepts and proficiency in writing communications copy and repurposing content across multiple platforms preferred
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office programs.
- Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite.
- Knowledge of Social Media Reporting/Analytics.
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor.
This job description may be revised upon development of other duties and changes in responsibilities.
The Organization
Houston City College (HCC) is composed of 14 Centers of Excellence and numerous satellite centers that serve the diverse communities in the Greater Houston area by preparing individuals to live and work in an increasingly international and technological society. HCC is one of the country’s largest singly-accredited, open-admission, community colleges offering associate degrees, certificates, workforce training, and lifelong learning opportunities.
The Team
Play a central role at HCC as you keep our everyday operations running like clockwork. You’ll get the chance to make things happen and work closely with inspiring leaders across different parts of the institution. Whether your role is supportive, administrative, financial or something else, you’ll be part of a dynamic team that not only provides HCC students with cutting-edge academic and career tools, it also takes care of its people.
Location
Houston is a city with limitless possibilities:
• Fourth-largest city in the U.S. and home to 54 Fortune 500 companies, second only to New York City’s 55.
• Approximately 145 languages are spoken here.
• Overall after-taxes living costs are 5.6 percent below the average for all 308 urban areas recently surveyed.
• Houston is a major-league sports town, and don’t forget the annual Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo.
• The weather is great! Mild winters ensure that outdoor activities can be enjoyed year-round.
• World-renowned medical care. The Houston metro area has long been known for its first-rate healthcare system, with many Houston area hospitals consistently ranking among the nation’s top institutions.
• With over 150 museums and cultural institutions in the Greater Houston area, museums are a large part of Houston’s cultural scene.
• Houston is the Culture & Culinary Capital of Texas with more than 7,500 restaurants and eating establishments covering 60 cuisines.
If this sounds like the role for you and you’re ready to join an amazing team, please apply right away.
EEO Statement
Houston City College does not discriminate on the bases of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation or veteran’s status. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:
Sandra Jacobson, Interim Director EEO/Compliance/Title IX Coordinator
Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX
PO Box 667517
Houston TX, 77266
713 718.8271 or hcc.oeotix@hccs.edu
HCC values its employees and their contributions, promotes opportunities for their professional growth and development, and provides a positive working and learning environment that encourages involvement, innovation, and creativity.
Individuals with disabilities, who require special accommodations to interview, should contact (713) 718-8565.