Coordinator III, Communications & Publications

Location

5000 Research Forest Drive, The Woodlands, TX 77381.

Purpose and Scope

The Coordinator III, Communications and Publications supports the delivery of communications and publications that keep faculty, staff, students, and the community informed about Lone Star College System. This role is responsible for coordinating content for communications channels, managing publication production timelines, and working with vendors, designers, and internal partners to ensure accurate, timely, and high‑quality communications that promote collaboration and the college's mission of student success.

Essential Job Functions

• Coordinates and manages content for designated communication channels and publications, ensuring timely updates and consistent messaging.
• Serves as the production coordinator for assigned publications, managing workflows between content owners, designers, developers, and LSCS administration.
• Works with outside vendors to obtain print and mail quotes, manage production timelines, and oversee quality and distribution of publications.
• Maintains compliance with US Postal Service regulations and manages LSCS mailing permits and privileges.
• Collects, compiles, and maintains production databases including project costs, bid reports, timelines, design specifications, distribution lists, and final files.
• Provides creative input on the design, layout, and presentation of communication materials in collaboration with graphic designers and digital teams.
• Designs and develops publications utilizing Adobe Creative Suite.
• Collaborates with internal partners to gather, review, and prepare content for publication.
• Manages multiple publication deadlines simultaneously, using independent judgment to prioritize work effectively.
• Responsible for other reasonable, related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong skills with Adobe Creative Suite programs such as InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator.
• Strong project coordination and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines simultaneously.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail.
• Skills and knowledge of publication production processes, print vendor management, and postal regulations.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with designers, developers, administrators, and external vendors.
• Ability to maintain production databases and track project costs, timelines, and specifications.
• Knowledge of digital communication platforms and content coordination workflows.

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

Work is performed in a climate‑controlled office with minimal exposure to safety hazards. Equipment used includes a PC workstation running on a LAN in a Microsoft Windows environment, calculator, phone, and other general office equipment. The role involves interfacing with internal and external contacts as needed to carry out the functions of the position.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and at least 1 year of experience, or an equivalent 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, or communications.

Salary

Hiring salary range: $48,152 – $55,375.

Benefits

By joining our institution, you will enjoy a supportive, collegial work environment and excellent work/life balance, including a full comprehensive and competitive benefits package, a generous number of paid holidays and vacation days, wellness programs, tuition waiver, professional development opportunities, and more.