COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER

University of Texas - Rio Grande Valley; Edinburg (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley in McAllen, Texas, is seeking a Communications Manager to oversee internal communications, field media requests, and edit/issue press releases to media and the public. You will manage special communication projects and coordinate with IT and Marketing to maintain digital platforms.

The role requires a bachelor's degree in communications and at least four years of related experience, with strong writing, AP style, and proficiency in design tools such as

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communications or closely related field from an accredited university.
• Four (4) years of experience performing related work.
• Strong writing and AP style knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Manage creation, implementation and oversight of special communication projects (print & electronic) that promote the organization and its products.
• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the department (assigns and edits stories, conducts meetings, fields correspondence) for the office on multiple sites in supervisors absence.
• Develops content and scope for production of external monthly publication, such as Vaquero Connection, and related digital and print products.
• Trains users on how to use communication systems, as needed.
• Develops and manages assigned websites, with assistance from Information Technology, and in coordination with University Marketing and Communication as well as designated stakeholders.

Skills

Writing skills

AP Style

Media relations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications

Tools

InDesign

InCopy

Photoshop

Microsoft Office

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER

Posting Number: SRGV9226

Number of Vacancies: 1

Location: McAllen, Texas

Department: Development

FLSA: Exempt

Scope of Job

Manages daily operations for internal communications, fieldingmedia requests, editing and releasing press releases to the mediaand general public in an effort to contribute to the branding andrecruitment efforts of UTRGV.

Description of Duties

• Manages the creation, implementation and oversight of specialcommunication projects (print & electronic) that promote theorganization and its products.
• Oversees the day-to-day operations of the department (assignsand edits stories, conducts meetings, fields correspondence) forthe office on multiple sites in supervisors absence.
• May manage, in coordination with IT support, UTRGV's self-serveinternal communications platforms, such as UTRGV Messenger and theUTRGV Calendar, which both allow staff and faculty to shareannouncements and important university-related events andinformation. This includes handling of issues that arise related toUTRGV Messenger and UTRGV Calendar directly with users.
• Develops content and scope for production of external monthlypublication, such as Vaquero Connection, and related digital andprint products.
• Trains users on how to use communication systems, asneeded.
• Develops and manages assigned websites, with assistance fromInformation Technology, and in coordination with UniversityMarketing and Communication as well as designatedstakeholders.
• Works closely with IT to learn new technologies andplatforms.
• Participates in bi-weekly and weekly meetings to track progressof special projects.
• Manages and approves content for UTRGV Messenger and UTRGVCalendar.
• Generates and edits content for special publications, emails orwebsite to be released to media and public based on UniversityMarketing and Communication guidelines.
• Occasionally edits stories and other written content as backupfor the Creative Services copy editor, and writes NIC stories asassigned.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Supervision Received

General supervision from assigned supervisor. Supervision isprovided either directly or indirectly by a leadership positionwithin University Marketing and Communication.

Supervision Given

Direct supervision of assigned staff.

Required Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications or closely related field froman accredited university.

Preferred Education

N/A

Licenses/Certifications

N/A

Required Experience

Four (4) years of experience performing related work.

Preferred Experience

N/A

Equipment

Use of standard office equipment. MAC computer with Indesign,Incopy, Photoshop, Microsoft Office, Adobe Programs. Tablet/Ipadused for Skype and for editing of documents and promotionalmaterials for university.

Working Conditions

Needs to be able to successfully perform all required duties.Office Environment; some travel and weekend work is required.Exerting up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligibleamount of force constantly to move objects. UTRGV is a distributedinstitution, which may require presence at multiple locationsthroughout the Rio Grande Valley. As part of their essential duties, employees in these roles areexpected to maintain a consistent, in-person presence on campus attheir assigned locations. Limited exceptions may apply forpositions that are approved as hybrid or fully remote in accordancewith UTRGV policies.

Other

Ability to understand and learn new technical and digital platformsand their practical applications. Needs high-level word and grammarskills, and knowledge of AP Style for writing and editing iscritical.

Physical Capabilities

N/A

Employment Category

Full-Time

Minimum Salary

Commensurate with Experience

Posted Salary

Commensurate with Experience

Position Available Date

10/29/2026

Grant Funded Position

No

EEO Statement

It is the policy of The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley topromote and ensure equal employment opportunities for allindividuals without regard to race, color, national origin, sex,age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity orexpression, genetic information or protected veteran status. Inaccordance with the requirements of Title VII of the Civil RightsAct of 1964, the Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972,Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americanswith Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, our University iscommitted to comply with all government requirements and ensuresnon-discrimination in its education programs and activities,including employment. We encourage women, minorities anddifferently abled persons to apply for employment positions ofinterest.

Additional Information

UTRGV is a distributed location institution and working location issubject to change based on need.

All UTRGV employees are required to have a criminal backgroundcheck (CBC). Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Substitutions to the above requirements must have prior approvalfrom the VP of HR & Talent Development .