Part-Time Professional Writer, College Relations

Lone Star College; Town of Texas, Houston (WI, TX); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and innovative institution dedicated to student success and community engagement. This role focuses on media relations, where you'll prepare news releases, cover campus events, and promote the college's mission. You'll collaborate with faculty and staff to enhance communication and uphold the college's values. If you thrive in a supportive environment and are passionate about storytelling and community relations, this opportunity is perfect for you. Become part of a team that values integrity, respect, and accountability while making a meaningful impact in higher education.

Benefits

Tuition Waiver

Tax Deferred Retirement Plan

Supportive Work Environment

Work/Life Balance

Qualifications

• 3+ years of related work experience in media relations or marketing.
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail are essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare news releases and cover campus events to promote the college.
• Assist in planning and implementing a college marketing plan.

Skills

Oral Communication

Written Communication

Detail Orientation

Team Player

Technological Savvy

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Publisher

Job description

Commitment to Mission

This job carries with it the obligation to uphold the Mission of Lone Star College (LSC) in carrying out the duties of the position. A commitment to positive interpersonal behaviors, professional communication, integrity, leadership, stewardship, respect and accountability 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" is designed to recognize colleges that have been successful in creating great workplaces and to further research and understanding of the factors, dynamics and influences that have the most impact on organizational culture at higher education institutions.

Lone Star College has been recognized in multiple categories.

Campus Marketing Statement

Lone Star College-University Park

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

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

Established in 2012, Lone Star College-University Park has been recognized nationally and internationally for its innovation, as well as its focus on student access and success. Conveniently located off SH 249 in the heart of northwest Houston, Lone Star College-University Park is known as the "community's college," providing students with highly affordable degree and certificate programs that transfer seamlessly to four-year universities or lead to direct employment. Campus facilities include the Center for Science & Innovation, the Energy & Manufacturing Institute, Learning Innovation Labs and the Geology Rock Wall.

Location address is 20515 SH 249 (TX 249 and Louetta Road), Houston, TX 77070.

Job Description

PURPOSE AND SCOPE:

Under limited supervision, this position is responsible for the preparation of news releases and other media relations efforts. Cover campus events and other newsworthy activities to promote good relations between faculty staff, students, and the community. Advise the Director of College Relations regarding college/public relations opportunities.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Prepare news releases for distribution to local media
2. Interviews faculty, staff, students and administrators for inclusion in news releases
3. Serves as secondary college contact for media queries; Furnishes information about the college, and assists reporters with stories as requested
4. Serves as assistant editor of college publications
5. Takes appropriate photographs to accompany articles for publications and news releases
6. Assists in planning and implementing a college marketing plan for program publicity and promotion
7. Writes for a variety of college marketing materials and publications
8. Responsible for other reasonable related duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• College level oral and written communication skills
• Must be detail oriented, team player and technologically savvy
• Must be comfortable with Microsoft Excel, Word and Publisher
• Familiarity with Lone Star College

PHYSICAL ABILITIES:

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

WORK SCHEDULE AND CONDITIONS:

• Equipment used includes, PC workstation running on a LAN in a Microsoft Windows environment, calculator, phone and other general office 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 minimal exposure to safety hazards

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or GED and at least 3 years of related work experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Salary

Hourly Pay Rate is $19.69

Benefits Marketing Statement

By joining our top-notch institution, you will enjoy being a part of an organization that offers a supportive, collegial work environment, excellent work/life balance, tuition waiver, participation in a tax deferred retirement plan and more.

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How to Apply

ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY ONLINE ONLY

We will not accept application material received via fax, email, mail, or hand delivered.

Postings for part-time and adjunct positions are active for the academic year. By selecting the option to receive notifications on your profile, you will begin receiving electronic communication regarding new opportunities with Lone Star College (LSC).

If selected for an interview, a recruiter will contact you by phone, or email to schedule an interview.

Lone Star College participates in the E-Verify program, under which Lone Star College provides the federal government with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm that the employee is authorized to work in the United States.

More information on the E-Verify program is available at www.dhs.gov/E-Verify.

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