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Job Title

Coordinator, Community Engagement and Communications

Agency

Texas A&M University - Kingsville

Department

College of Education & Human Performance

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Kingsville, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

The Coordinator of Community Engagement and Communications support the College of Education and Human Performance (CEHP) by leading initiatives that strengthen relationships with schools, community partners, alumni, and prospective students. This position manages the college’s communications, marketing, and outreach strategies to enhance visibility, support student recruitment and retention, and promote the mission and impact of the college. The role requires creativity, strategic thinking, and strong communication skills to foster meaningful engagement with internal and external stakeholders.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

+ Develops and maintains partnerships with school districts, community organizations, and professional associations.

+ Coordinates outreach events, information sessions, and engagement activities to promote CEHP programs.

+ Serves as a liaison between the college and PK–12 schools, community partners, and alumni.

+ Assists with planning and implementing community-based initiatives, recognition events, and cooperative partnerships.

+ Creates, manages, and distributes communication materials, including newsletters, social media content, press releases, and promotional campaigns.

+ Collaborates with university marketing and communications to ensure consistent branding and messaging.

+ Designs and updates digital and print materials to highlight student success stories, faculty achievements, and college initiatives.

+ Oversees web and social media presence for CEHP to enhance visibility and student recruitment.

+ Supports student recruitment efforts through presentations, college fairs, and on-campus events.

+ Develops communication strategies to engage prospective and current students.

+ Collaborates with program coordinators and advisors to support enrollment goals.

+ Provides reports and updates to the Dean and leadership team regarding outreach, marketing, and engagement efforts.

+ Tracks and evaluates the effectiveness of communication and outreach campaigns.

+ Assists in coordinating special events (e.g., open houses, orientations, cooperating teacher recognition events, alumni gatherings).

+ Supports grant-funded initiatives related to outreach, recruitment, and community partnerships.

Minimum Requirements

Education - Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, public relations, education, or a related field.

Experience -Three years of related experience .

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Skills in - Strong oral and written communication skills.

Knowledge of - Knowledge of social media platforms, digital marketing, and event coordination.

Ability to - Ability to build relationships with diverse stakeholders.

Ability to - Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.