"Manager, Marketing and Communications"

Job Title

Manager, Marketing and Communications

Agency

Prairie View A&M University

Department

Research Administration

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Prairie View, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

The salary is determined in accordance with the University's compensation structure and will be commensurate with the candidates' education and experience, within the assigned salary range for this position.

The Manager of Marketing and Communications is a key driver of both internal and external communications for the Division of Research & Innovation. This role ensures clear, strategic and consistent messaging that advances PVAMU's RISE to R1 priorities, strengthens the R&I brand and supports implementation of the Division's strategic marketing and communications plan.

Responsibilities:

Strategic Communications and Messaging:

• Support development and execution of the Division's strategic marketing and communications plan.
• Develop messaging that communicates R&I priorities, milestones and impacts to faculty, staff, students and stakeholders.
• Translate complex research initiatives into clear, audience-centered narratives that enhance brand reputation and support stakeholder interaction with external facing functional areas.
• Support executive communications, presentations and organizational updates.

Content Development and Editorial Management:

• Manage internal and external divisional communications.
• Coordinate content development across functional areas.
• Review and edit written materials and produce original content to support divisional initiatives.
• Maintain consistency in tone, quality and alignment with PVAMU brand standards.

Brand Stewardship and Creative Coordination:

• Coordinate with internal and external creative partners to develop effective marketing and communications materials.
• Ensure branding consistency, production quality and adherence to university style guidelines.
• Manage project timelines and production workflows for print and digital deliverables.

Digital Presence and Visibility:

• Support oversight of website content, updates and maintenance.
• Run point on social media planning and execution aligned with divisional priorities.
• Facilitate awareness of key R&I events, initiatives and research achievements.

Media and Partnership Support:

• Assist with media pitches and coordination of outreach opportunities.
• Collaborate with University Marketing and Communications on story prioritization and strategic media engagement.
• May supervise support staff including full-time employees, student workers or 3rd party liaisons.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in communications or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Five years of related experience.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications.
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and presentation skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in marketing, project management or related field.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Experience with WordPress or comparable content management systems preferred.
• Experience utilizing project management software preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work collaboratively across functional areas.

Special Requirements:

Applicants with equivalent experience in lieu of a Bachelor's degree may be considered. One year of the related experience is the equivalent of one college year. Applicants being considered for the equivalency must have four years of related experience to meet the equivalency in lieu of a Bachelor's degree plus the minimum required years of experience. Applicants being considered for the equivalency must have a total of six years of experience.

Job Posting Close Date:

03/29/2026

Required Attachments:

• Resume or Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter

Application Submission Guidelines:

All applicants are required to apply via our Career Site on or before the closing date indicated on the job posting. Applicant inquiries received via email and websites such as Indeed, HigherEdJobs, etc. will not be considered unless the individual has applied to the available position via the PVAMU Career site.

The required documents listed in the above "Required Attachments" section must be attached to the application prior to the job closing date indicated to ensure full consideration for the application submitted. Please contact the Office of Human Resource on or before the closing date indicated above at 936-261-1730 or jobs@pvamu.edu should you need assistance with the online application process.

Background Check Requirements:

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.