Coordinator III, Communications & Publications

Lone Star College; Shenandoah (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition waiver

Professional development opportunities

Paid holidays

Job summary

Lone Star College in The Woodlands, TX is seeking a Coordinator III, Communications and Publications to manage publication production timelines, coordinate content for communications channels, and collaborate with designers, developers, and internal partners to ensure accurate, timely, and high‑quality materials promoting student success.

This role requires a bachelor's degree and at least 1 year of related experience; preferred background includes marketing, journalism, and Adobe Creative Suite

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required or equivalent experience.
• 1 year of experience or more preferred.
• Experience in marketing, journalism, or communications is a plus.
• Experience with publication production processes and vendor management is desirable.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and collaborate with designers and developers.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate content for designated communication channels and publications.
• Serve as production coordinator for assigned publications, managing workflows between content owners, designers, developers, and LSCS administration.
• Work with outside vendors to obtain print and mail quotes and oversee timelines and quality of publications.
• Maintain compliance with USPS regulations and manage LSCS mailing permits and privileges.
• Collect, compile, and maintain production databases including costs, timelines, and specs.
• Provide creative input on design, layout, and presentation in collaboration with graphic designers and digital teams.
• Design and develop publications using Adobe Creative Suite.
• Collaborate with internal partners to prepare content for publication.
• Manage multiple deadlines; prioritize work effectively.

Skills

Project coordination

Verbal communication

Written communication

Publication production

Content coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Adobe InDesign

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

Job description

Commitment to Mission

This job carries with it the obligation to uphold the Mission ofLone Star College (LSC) in carrying out the duties of the position.A commitment to positive interpersonal behaviors, professionalcommunication, integrity, leadership, stewardship, respect andaccountability to LSC students and employees is essential.

Cultural Beliefs

• One LSC
• Student Focused
• Own It
• Foster Belonging
• Cultivate Community
• Choose Learning

The Chronicle of Higher Education's "Great Colleges to Work For" isdesigned to recognize colleges that have been successful increating great workplaces and to further research and understandingof the factors, dynamics and influences that have the most impacton organizational culture at higher education institutions.

Lone Star College has been recognized in multiplecategories.

Campus Marketing Statement

Lone Star College offers high-quality, low-cost academic transferand career training education to 80,000+ students each semester.LSC has been named a 2023 Great Colleges to Work For institution bythe Chronicle of Higher Education.

LSC consists of eight colleges, seven centers, eight WorkforceCenters of Excellence and Lone Star Corporate College.

Lone Star College-System Office employees are based at one of twoSystem Office locations; The Woodlands and University Park. Bothare the site for multiple administrative departments andsystem-wide training programs.

Location address is 5000 Research Forest Drive, The Woodlands, TX77381.

Job Description

Purpose and Scope

The Coordinator III, Communications and Publications supports thedelivery of communications and publications that keep faculty,staff, students, and the community informed about Lone Star CollegeSystem. This role is responsible for coordinating content forcommunications channels, managing publication production timelines,and working with vendors, designers, and internal partners toensure accurate, timely, and high-quality communications thatpromote collaboration and the college's mission of studentsuccess.

Essential Job Functions

1. Coordinates and manages content for designated communicationchannels and publications, ensuring timely updates and consistentmessaging
2. Serves as the production coordinator for assigned publications,managing workflows between content owners, designers, developers,and LSCS administration
3. Works with outside vendors to obtain print and mail quotes,manage production timelines, and oversee quality and distributionof publications
4. Maintains compliance with US Postal Service regulations andmanages LSCS mailing permits and privileges
5. Collects, compiles, and maintains production databasesincluding project costs, bid reports, timelines, designspecifications, distribution lists, and final files
6. Provides creative input on the design, layout, and presentationof communication materials in collaboration with graphic designersand digital teams
7. Designs and develops publications utilizing Adobe CreativeSuite.
8. Collaborates with internal partners to gather, review, andprepare content for publication
9. Manages multiple publication deadlines simultaneously, usingindependent judgment to prioritize work effectively
10. Responsible for other reasonable, related duties asassigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong skills with Adobe Creative Suite programs such asInDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator
• Strong project coordination and organizational skills with theability to manage multiple deadlines simultaneously
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strongattention to detail
• Skills and knowledge of publication production processes, printvendor management, and postal regulations.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with designers, developers,administrators, and external vendors.
• Ability to maintain production databases and tracking projectcosts, timelines, and specifications
• Knowledge of digital communication platforms and contentcoordination workflows

Physical Abilities

The work is sedentary. Typically, the employee sits comfortably todo the work. However, there may be some walking; standing; bending;carrying of light items, such as papers, books, or small parts; ordriving an automobile. No special physical demands are required toperform the work.

Work Schedule and Conditions

• Equipment used includes, PC workstation running on a LAN in aMicrosoft Windows environment, calculator, phone, and other generaloffice equipment
• Interface with internal and external contacts as needed to carry out the functions of the position
• Work is performed in a climate-controlled office with minimalexposure to safety hazards

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and at least 1 year of experience, or anequivalent combination of education and experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in marketing or journalism
• Experience with digital photography
• Experience with Adobe Photoshop
• Experience with Adobe software programs
• Experience in public relations, marketing, orcommunications

Salary

Hiring salary range is: $48,152 - $55,375

Lone Star College provides a hiring salary range for all postedfull-time non-faculty positions. Where your salary offer would fallin that range is determined by your related experience andeducation. Should you receive an offer of employment from Lone StarCollege, the resume submitted in the application process will beutilized to calculate your salary offer. The information outlinedbelow will provide the Office of Human Resources everything neededto determine an accurate starting salary.

Your resume should provide a complete picture of your workexperience. The resume should include the following information foreach position listed:

1. Length of time (specific months and years) of employment
2. If the position was full time or part time
3. If the position was paid or unpaid
4. Level of degree completed including date earned.
5. Unofficial transcript for highest earned degree

Additionally, any certifications listed as required or preferred inthe Lone Star College job description should be included in theresume submitted.

Benefits Marketing Statement

By joining our top-notch institution, you will enjoy being a partof an organization that offers a supportive, collegial workenvironment and excellent work/life balance. This includes a fullcomprehensive and competitive benefits package, a generous numberof paid holidays and vacation days, wellness programs, tuitionwaiver, professional development opportunities and more.

Lone Star College participates in the E-Verify program, under whichLone Star College provides the federal government with informationfrom each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm that the employee isauthorized to work in the United States.

Lone Star College is an EEO Employer. All positions aresubject to a criminal background check.