"Executive Communication Manager & Speechwriter"

Job Details

Location: San Marcos, TX

Texas State University

Posting Number: 2026215

Department: Univ Communications & Public Relations

Recruitment Type: Open Recruiting

Job Type: Full-Time

Monthly Salary: $6,715.20 - $6,833.33

Job Category: Exempt

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, public relations, English, or a related field.
• Minimum of five years of professional writing or communications experience, with a strong background in writing for senior executives, government leaders, or CEOs.
• Exceptional writing, storytelling, and editing skills with proven ability to craft clear, compelling messages for diverse audiences.
• Proven discretion, professionalism, and sound judgment in handling confidential and sensitive matters.
• Demonstrated success in speech writing and narrative development for live and digital formats.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.
• Familiarity with higher education, public affairs, or mission-driven organizations.
• Strong understanding of presentation design and digital communication tools.

Job Description:

Develop marketing and communications strategy that drives increased awareness and engagement with internal and external audiences.

Job Duties:

• Strategic and Executive Communications - Research, write, and edit speeches, remarks, video scripts, op-eds, and correspondence for the President, Vice President, and senior leaders.
• Content Development and Editorial Support - Develop consistent messaging that reflects university priorities and mission; manage updates to executive web pages, bios, and statements; draft formal letters and digital communications.
• Issues and Reputation Management - Provide strategic counsel on tone, timing, and message discipline; support crisis communications planning and rapid response messaging.
• Collaboration and Institutional Engagement - Partner with departments to ensure message alignment; contribute to university-wide communication planning and strategic initiatives.

Job Open Date: 12/19/2025

Job Close Date: 01/16/2026

Open Until Filled: Yes

Normal Work Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

Normal Work Hours: 8:00AM - 5:00PM

Quicklink: https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/55442

For a detailed description of this position and to apply, visit https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/55442 or call (512) 245-2557 or visit our office at 601 University Dr., J.C. Kellam Bldg., Suite 340.