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Communications Strategist

27560-Bioengineering
Houston, USA
Full-time
Mid · 5+ years experience
Hybrid
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Skills:

  • Exceptional writing, editing, and communication skills, with the ability to translate complex engineering, architectural, capital-construction, and operational concepts into clear, concise, and engaging messaging for diverse audiences
  • Demonstrated experience developing strategic communications, change-management, and stakeholder-engagement plans that support organizational priorities, operational shifts, capital projects, process improvements, and system implementations
  • Proven ability to advise senior leaders, develop executive-level communications, and exercise sound judgment, diplomacy, and attention to detail when managing sensitive or high-impact messaging
  • Self-motivated and proactive, with the ability to anticipate communication needs, assess stakeholder impacts, and develop effective communication strategies in a dynamic environment
  • Knowledge of content strategy, editorial standards, voice-and-tone guidelines, and digital-accessibility best practices, with a commitment to producing inclusive content that meets university standards
  • Proficiency with Microsoft 365, SharePoint, Google Workspace, Google Analytics, and content-creation tools such as Canva
  • Preferences
  • 5 years of progressively responsible experience in communications, public relations, internal communications, or a closely related field
  • Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish, with a demonstrated ability to provide high-quality written and verbal translation supporting day-to-day facilities operations and team communications
  • Experience using content-management systems and communications platforms, including Drupal, Storyblok, HubSpot, SMS communication tools, digital-signage platforms, and intranet solutions
  • Experience using collaboration, project-management, and digital-accessibility tools such as Asana and Siteimprove
  • Essential Functions
  • Strategic Leadership & Change Communications:
  • Develop and execute comprehensive communication strategies that align with FP&CC priorities and the broader OF&S cultural and operational transformation
  • Design and implement change-management communication plans to support new workflows, operational restructurings (such as the Facilities Support Center transition, Vendor Managed Inventory, and enhanced service-delivery metrics), and technology adoptions (e.g., TRIRIGA/IWMS enhancements)
  • Communicate campus-wide impacts associated with major capital-construction projects, infrastructure maintenance, energy management, and campus sustainability/carbon-neutrality goals
  • Serve as a strategic advisor to FP&CC leadership, crafting executive messaging, town hall presentations, departmental updates, and thought-leadership content
  • Create and manage a centralized communications calendar for FP&CC, ensuring a consistent and intentional cadence of information
  • Support urgent, time-sensitive communications regarding campus utility disruptions, weather events, construction-related road closures, or emergency facility maintenance
  • Team Engagement & Content Development:
  • Serve as the primary storyteller for FP&CC, researching and writing compelling content that translates technical projects (architecture, civil and mechanical engineering, capital master planning, and energy infrastructure) into accessible, engaging narratives
  • Highlight operational accomplishments across custodial, grounds, maintenance, and project-management teams, showcasing their direct contributions to Rice's mission and strategic plan
  • Produce high-quality content across diverse formats, including newsletters, web articles, signage, campus advisories, and video
  • Digital Platform & Brand Management:
  • Manage FP&CC's digital footprint, including the website, digital signage, and email communications, ensuring information is accurate, user-friendly, and timely
  • Oversee the visual identity and messaging across FP&CC communications, ensuring strict alignment with Rice University brand standards and OF&S guidelines
  • Utilize data, user feedback, and analytics to measure the effectiveness of communications campaigns and service messaging, continually optimizing the approach
  • Team Dynamics & Collaborative Spirit:
  • Act as a versatile resource within FP&CC and the broader OF&S communications team, providing surge support for divisional priorities outside the FP&CC portfolio when needed
  • Actively seek opportunities to integrate FP&CC messaging with other OF&S units (such as Technology, Finance, and Public Safety), ensuring a unified divisional voice and breaking down operational silos
  • Maintain a continuous-improvement mindset by staying informed on emerging facilities and higher-education communication trends while contributing to a collaborative team culture
  • Approach challenges with a team-first attitude, offering support to colleagues and fostering a culture of mutual accountability across the division
  • Demonstrate a deep interest in both OF&S and the university's broader ecosystem and seek to understand how communication impacts the Rice community
  • Additional Functions
  • Monitor feedback and engagement to inform the continuous improvement of FP&CC communications
  • Stay current on communication trends, tools, and best practices
  • Perform all other duties as assigned
  • Rice University HR | Benefits: https://knowledgecafe.rice.edu/benefits
  • Rice Mission and Values: Mission and Values | Rice University
  • Rice University is committed to ensuring Equal Employment Opportunity and welcoming the fullness of diversity into our candidate pools. Rice considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status. Rice also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. If an applicant requires a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, please contact Rice University’s Human Resources Office via email at [email protected] for support.
  • If you have any additional questions, please email us at [email protected]. Thank you for your interest.

Qualifications

  • Exceptional writing, editing, and communication skills, with the ability to translate complex engineering, architectural, capital-construction, and operational concepts into clear, concise, and engaging messaging for diverse audiences
  • Demonstrated experience developing strategic communications, change-management, and stakeholder-engagement plans that support organizational priorities, operational shifts, capital projects, process improvements, and system implementations
  • Proven ability to advise senior leaders, develop executive-level communications, and exercise sound judgment, diplomacy, and attention to detail when managing sensitive or high-impact messaging
  • Self-motivated and proactive, with the ability to anticipate communication needs, assess stakeholder impacts, and develop effective communication strategies in a dynamic environment
  • Knowledge of content strategy, editorial standards, voice-and-tone guidelines, and digital-accessibility best practices, with a commitment to producing inclusive content that meets university standards
  • Proficiency with Microsoft 365, SharePoint, Google Workspace, Google Analytics, and content-creation tools such as Canva
  • Preferences
  • 5 years of progressively responsible experience in communications, public relations, internal communications, or a closely related field
  • Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish, with a demonstrated ability to provide high-quality written and verbal translation supporting day-to-day facilities operations and team communications
  • Experience using content-management systems and communications platforms, including Drupal, Storyblok, HubSpot, SMS communication tools, digital-signage platforms, and intranet solutions
  • Experience using collaboration, project-management, and digital-accessibility tools such as Asana and Siteimprove
  • Essential Functions
  • Develop and execute comprehensive communication strategies that align with FP&CC priorities and the broader OF&S cultural and operational transformation
  • Design and implement change-management communication plans to support new workflows, operational restructurings (such as the Facilities Support Center transition, Vendor Managed Inventory, and enhanced service-delivery metrics), and technology adoptions (e.g., TRIRIGA/IWMS enhancements)
  • Communicate campus-wide impacts associated with major capital-construction projects, infrastructure maintenance, energy management, and campus sustainability/carbon-neutrality goals
  • Serve as a strategic advisor to FP&CC leadership, crafting executive messaging, town hall presentations, departmental updates, and thought-leadership content
  • Create and manage a centralized communications calendar for FP&CC, ensuring a consistent and intentional cadence of information
  • Support urgent, time-sensitive communications regarding campus utility disruptions, weather events, construction-related road closures, or emergency facility maintenance
  • Serve as the primary storyteller for FP&CC, researching and writing compelling content that translates technical projects (architecture, civil and mechanical engineering, capital master planning, and energy infrastructure) into accessible, engaging narratives
  • Highlight operational accomplishments across custodial, grounds, maintenance, and project-management teams, showcasing their direct contributions to Rice's mission and strategic plan
  • Produce high-quality content across diverse formats, including newsletters, web articles, signage, campus advisories, and video
  • Manage FP&CC's digital footprint, including the website, digital signage, and email communications, ensuring information is accurate, user-friendly, and timely
  • Oversee the visual identity and messaging across FP&CC communications, ensuring strict alignment with Rice University brand standards and OF&S guidelines
  • Utilize data, user feedback, and analytics to measure the effectiveness of communications campaigns and service messaging, continually optimizing the approach
  • Act as a versatile resource within FP&CC and the broader OF&S communications team, providing surge support for divisional priorities outside the FP&CC portfolio when needed
  • Actively seek opportunities to integrate FP&CC messaging with other OF&S units (such as Technology, Finance, and Public Safety), ensuring a unified divisional voice and breaking down operational silos
  • Maintain a continuous-improvement mindset by staying informed on emerging facilities and higher-education communication trends while contributing to a collaborative team culture
  • Approach challenges with a team-first attitude, offering support to colleagues and fostering a culture of mutual accountability across the division
  • Demonstrate a deep interest in both OF&S and the university's broader ecosystem and seek to understand how communication impacts the Rice community
  • Additional Functions
  • Monitor feedback and engagement to inform the continuous improvement of FP&CC communications
  • Stay current on communication trends, tools, and best practices
  • Perform all other duties as assigned
  • Rice University HR | Benefits: https://knowledgecafe.rice.edu/benefits
  • Rice Mission and Values: Mission and Values | Rice University
  • Rice University is committed to ensuring Equal Employment Opportunity and welcoming the fullness of diversity into our candidate pools. Rice considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status. Rice also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. If an applicant requires a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, please contact Rice University’s Human Resources Office via email at [email protected] for support.
  • If you have any additional questions, please email us at [email protected]. Thank you for your interest.

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