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Texas A&M AgriLife Extension

<div><div>Job Title</div>
Communications Specialist II<div></div><div>
Agency</div>
Texas A&amp;M Agrilife Research<div></div><div>
Department</div>
Marketing and Communications<div></div><div>
Proposed Minimum Salary</div>
Commensurate<div></div><div>
Job Location</div>
College Station, Texas<div></div><div>
Job Type</div>
Staff<div></div><div>
Job Description</div><div>
About Texas A&amp;M AgriLife</div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div>
Texas A&amp;M AgriLife is comprised of the following Texas A&amp;M University System members:</div><ul><li><div><div>
Texas A&amp;M AgriLife Extension Service</div></div></li><li><div><div>
Texas A&amp;M AgriLife Research</div></div></li><li><div><div>
College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Texas A&amp;M University</div></div></li><li><div><div>
Texas A&amp;M Forest Service</div></div></li><li><div><div>
Texas A&amp;M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory</div></div></li></ul><div></div><div>
As the nation&rsquo;s largest most comprehensive agriculture program, Texas A&amp;M AgriLife brings together a college and four state agencies focused on agriculture and life sciences within The Texas A&amp;M University System. With over 5,000 employees and a presence in every county across the state, Texas A&amp;M AgriLife is uniquely positioned to improve lives, environments and the Texas economy through education, research, extension and service.</div><div></div><div>
Click <div>here</div> to learn more about how <i>you</i> can be a part of AgriLife and make a difference in the world!</div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><div></div><div>
Position Information:</div><div>
The Communication Specialist II serves as a brand storyteller for Texas A&amp;M AgriLife, crafting compelling and emotionally resonant narratives that showcase the people, research, teaching and Extension work making an impact across Texas and beyond. As one of the team&rsquo;s primary writers across platforms, this role develops AgriLife Today features, news and brand stories, while supporting copywriting needs across web, newsletters, marketing and stakeholder communications to deliver clear, engaging and consistent messaging. This position is a strong writer and editor who supports AgriLife&rsquo;s editorial standards and brand voice by applying established style, tone and messaging frameworks. A successful candidate is detail-oriented, collaborative and strategic with a sharp eye for accuracy, clarity and audience impact.</div><div></div><div>
Essential Responsibilities:</div><ul><li><div>
Serve as a primary writer for AgriLife Today, producing high-quality feature stories, news releases and lay content tailored to external audiences.</div></li><li><div>
Write and edit across brand channels, including news and brand storytelling, web copy, newsletters, marketing assets and stakeholder communications.</div></li><li><div>
Identify and pursue meaningful story opportunities aligned with AgriLife&rsquo;s mission, strategic priorities and brand positioning.</div></li><li><div>
Partner with the broader marketing and communications team to adapt storytelling for each channel and audience.</div></li><li><div>
Provide editing, proofreading and quality control support to uphold high standards of accuracy, clarity and alignment with AgriLife&rsquo;s editorial voice and style.</div></li><li><div>
Support and apply the AgriLife Editorial Style Guide, reinforcing consistency in tone, voice and messaging across platforms.</div></li><li><div>
Collaborate with faculty, staff, students and leadership within assigned units to develop stories that highlight impact and expertise.</div></li><li><div>
Manage assignments across agriculture, life sciences and healthy living topics while balancing multiple deadlines.</div></li><li><div>
Utilize performance insights and audience data to inform editorial decisions and strengthen storytelling impact.</div></li><li><div>
Other duties as assigned.</div></li></ul><div></div><div>
Required Education and Experience:</div><ul><li><div>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in communications, journalism, public relations or a related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.</div></li><li><div>
Two years of experience in writing, editing, or media relations.</div></li></ul><div></div><div>
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:</div><ul><li><div>
Exceptional writing, editing and storytelling skills with attention to accuracy and detail.</div></li><li><div>
Proven ability to work under tight deadlines and handle multiple assignments simultaneously.</div></li><li><div>
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to form relationships with stakeholders.</div></li><li><div>
Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.</div></li></ul><div></div><div>
Preferred Qualifications:</div><ul><li><div>
Experience writing in higher education, agriculture, life sciences or science communication.</div></li><li><div>
Knowledge of integrated communications strategies across paid, earned, shared and owned channels.</div></li><li><div>
Strong understanding of AP style.</div></li><li><div>
Comfort with collaborative content planning and cross-functional teamwork.</div></li></ul><div></div><div>
What You Need to Know</div><div>
Salary: Pay grade 9. Compensation for this position is commensurate based on the selected candidate&rsquo;s qualifications.</div><div></div><div>
Why Work at Texas A&amp;M AgriLife?</div><div>
When you choose to <i>work</i> for Texas A&amp;M AgriLife, you become part of an organization that is an established leader in agriculture and life sciences with a wide range of capabilities to meet the needs of our statewide, national, and international constituents.</div><div></div><div>
In addition, Texas A&amp;M AgriLife offers a comprehensive benefit packing including the following:</div><ul><li><div><div>
Health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance</div> with Texas A&amp;M AgriLife contributing to employee health and basic life premiums</div></li><li><div>
12-15 days of annual paid holidays</div></li><li><div>
Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month</div></li><li><div>
Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas</div></li><li><div>
Employee Wellness Initiative for Texas A&amp;M AgriLife</div></li></ul><div></div><div>
Applicant Instructions</div><div>
A cover letter and resum&eacute; are requested. You may upload these documents on the application under CV/Resume.</div><div></div><div>
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution&rsquo;s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution&rsquo;s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.</div><div></div><div>
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.</div></div>

Communications Specialist II

<div><div>Job Title</div>
Resource Specialist I<div></div><div>
Agency</div>
Texas A&amp;M Forest Service<div></div><div>
Department</div>
Nacogdoches District<div></div><div>
Proposed Minimum Salary</div>
$20.45 hourly<div></div><div>
Job Location</div>
Nacogdoches, Texas<div></div><div>
Job Type</div>
Staff<div></div><div>
Job Description</div><div>
The Resource Specialist provides support to District Operations to ensure all programs offered by TFS are administered within the District.</div><div><br>
Responsibilities:<br>
<ul><li>Supports District Forester with delivery of Resource Development and Resource Protection programs. Tasks may include: preparation of tract and stand maps, collecting property and stand data, interact directly with clientele, drafting of management plans, capacity building, conservation education, fire prevention and special projects. Serve as a wildland firefighter and/or emergency responder on a statewide basis. Duties will include operation of heavy firefighting equipment, use of hand firefighting tools and perform ground reconnaissance on wildfires.</li></ul></div><div><ul><li><br>
Employee must manage and account for assigned credit cards, vehicles, and equipment. Vehicles and equipment must be maintained in good working order and properly serviced.</li></ul></div><ul><li>Employee must meet and annually maintain a physical fitness standard which includes successfully completing a two-mile walk in 30 minutes or less with a 25-pound pack and obtaining required NWCG training and Red Card Certification. Employee will carry a communication device to facilitate 24-hour availability. Will be required to respond to dispatcher within 30 minutes of receiving an emergency call, notification, or alert.</li><li>Will require operating heavy equipment with related exposure to equipment vibrations and noise. Will require exposure to harsh environmental conditions such as wind, sunlight, rain and temperature extremes. Will require walking long distances, standing for extended periods, twisting, bending, reaching, kneeling, and lifting and carrying heavy objects. Will require driving a motor vehicle for long distances. Will require operating computers with monitors for extended periods of time. Must meet annual physical fitness standard. May require working long hours with minimal rest in primitive conditions. May result in exposure to emotionally stressful situations for extended periods of time. Will become eligible for additional out-of-state duty in accordance with wildland Fire Qualification System Guide (PMS 310-1) by meeting applicable fitness levels.</li><li>Other duties as assigned.</li></ul><div></div><div>
Benefits: Texas A&amp;M University System strives to support the health and wellness needs of our diverse workforce. Texas A&amp;M Forest Service offers a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance, retirement benefits, paid time off and health and lifestyle programs as well as educational incentives and tuition reimbursement opportunities. Some additional benefits include the ability to accrue compensatory time off, overtime on emergency response and a physical fitness incentive of $500 for passing the arduous test (walk three miles wearing a 45-pound pack in 45 minutes or less) each year.</div><div></div><div>
Education and Experience:<br>
Required Education: High school graduate or equivalent.</div><div>
Preferred Education: Graduate with a 2-year natural resources related technical degree<br>
Required Experience: None</div><div>
Preferred Experience: Similar position with company or agency.</div><div><br>
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:<br>
Required Knowledge: PC-based programs and software.<br>
Required Skills: Good oral and written communication skills.</div><div>
Required Ability: Multi-task and work cooperatively with others.</div><div>
Preferred Ability: Ability to utilize GIS/GPS programs.</div><div><br>
Registrations, Certifications, and Licenses:<br>
Required: Valid Texas CDL Class A or ability to obtain one within 180 days of date of hire.</div><div>
Preferred: FFT-1</div><div></div><div>
Applicant Instructions:</div><div>
Resume is REQUIRED to be uploaded to application. References are required to be entered in the secondary questionnaire section of the application. Certifications are preferred to be uploaded to the application. Documents/certifications can be uploaded in the &quot;My Experience&quot; page in the &quot;Resume/CV section. More than one document can be uploaded; just click the &quot;Upload&quot; button for each document. Documents can only be loaded at this time and cannot be uploaded once the application is submitted. If there are any issues uploading documents, please contact 979-458-6690. Please check your spam folder in case more information is sent in regards to this position.</div><div></div><div>
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution&rsquo;s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution&rsquo;s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.</div><div></div><div>
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.</div></div>

Resource Specialist I

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