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Job Title

Associate Program Director

Agency

Texas A&M Engineering

Department

Workforce Development

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Why work for Texas A&M Engineering?

Who we are

Texas A&M Engineering is a large employer in the great and growing cities of Bryan/College Station, offering thousands of career opportunities in a wide variety of fields. We are deeply committed to recruiting and retaining a talented workforce that embraces our core values of respect, excellence, leadership, loyalty, integrity, and service. Texas A&M Engineering offers competitive salaries, full benefits, an extensive support network, and above all, an enriching and highly collaborative working community that is deeply passionate about our vision for higher education, research, and public service.

Job Description

Purpose:

The Associate Director of Professional Education Programs will provide general project and program support to the TEES Professional & Continuing Education initiatives under the Texas A&M Engineering Workforce Development. In particular, the Associate Director (AD) is charged with the day to day operations of the EDGE business unit. The AD manages the EDGE production process for P&CE. This process includes the activities for the initiation, definition, contracting, development, delivery, and control of P&CE courses. The AD manages the routine activities of the PMs on staff in the execution of this process. Additionally, the AD supports special initiatives identified by the director. The AD is supported by a program specialist and program managers.

Responsibilities:

+ Manage functions for the Professional & Continuing Education Program, including complex, highly sensitive and confidential administrative matters in determining work priorities; analyzes and develops administrative operations; monitor budgets for programs and events.

+ Oversee and execute programs related to Professional & Continuing Education (PCE) including maintaining data in the student management systems and other software platforms, engage Center and Departmental Division personnel to facilitate the delivery of PCE activities and help coordinate conference activities related to PCE both in College Station and remote locations

+ Oversees and executes programs related to enrollment in professional and continuing education (PCE) activities, work with researchers and faculty to facilitate short courses, conferences, and symposiums.

+ Oversee and support events and meetings such as conferences, seminars, lectures, meetings, and workshops to include logistics such as ‘run of show’, staffing, location and set up, meals, attendees, AV equipment, paper submission, etc.

+ Manages web materials; manages marketing and communications for programs; develops and maintains/distributes programmatic marketing materials.

+ Creates and maintains various databases; maintains program statistics to satisfy metrics.

+ Assist with the preparation of grant proposals related to professional and continuing education programs, including supporting the writing process and helping develop budgets in collaboration with faculty and staff.

+ This position requires direct engagement with minors and youth during program activities. The employee is expected to fully adhere to all university policies and state regulations pertaining to the safety and protection of minors.

+ Performs related duties as required.

What we need:

+ Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.

+ Eight years of related experience.

What is helpful:

+ Related experience in project and/or program management including related supervisory experience.

+ Conference or event planning and logistics.

+ Market research and marketing strategy.

+ Experience with learning management systems, student management systems, and/or client/customer relationship management systems.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

+ Working knowledge of standard office equipment and personal computers. Working knowledge of spreadsheet, presentation, and word processing software programs. Interpersonal and communication skills and abilities to plan and organize effectively.

+ Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

+ Proficient with using MS Office Suite including using Outlook as a tool for tracking/managing multiple calendars.

Registrations, Certifications, and Licenses:

+ Project management training or certified project management professional.

Other Requirements:

+ Must be able to travel on occasion (both day and overnight trips).

Work Location:

+ Main Campus – College Station, TX.

About Workforce Development

The Workforce Development Division of Texas A&M Engineering will be the premier provider of programs, conferences, professional development, and educational opportunities to prepare experts, employees and advocates for STEM-related fields. The Workforce Development Division has six programs: Spark! PK-12 Engineering Education Outreach, ReCENT, Engineering Academies, TEES EDGE Professional Education, Regional Divisions, Conference and Events Planning Services. Through these programs, the division creates and coordinates opportunities worldwide to hone expertise among engineering professionals and train or retrain those interested in emerging engineering fields while concurrently engaging with PK-collegiate educators and students to encourage future engineers.

Texas A&M Engineering provides an outstanding benefits package including but not limited to:

+ Competitive health benefits.

+ Generous paid vacation, sick time, and holidays.

+ Vision, Dental, Life, and Long-Term Disability insurance options.

+ Teachers Retirement System of Texas (TRS), a defined benefit retirement plan with 8% employer contribution.

+ Additional Voluntary Retirement Programs: Tax Deferred Account 403(b) and a Deferred Compensation Program 457(b).

+ Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses

+ Robust free training access through LinkedIn Learning plus professional development opportunities.

+ Tuition assistance: https://engineering.tamu.edu/information/esac/educational-assistance-programs.html

+ Wellness program release time offered to employees to promote work/life balance.

Helpful Applicant Information

Required Materials for Application:

+ Resume/CV

+ Three work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor/former supervisor.

+ Letter of interest

Compensation Philosophy:

+ Recruit and retain a high-performing workforce through competitive compensation and career development including career pathing, coaching and skills development.

+ Recognize and reward exceptional performance based on individual and team contributions to the growth and success of Texas A&M Engineering.

+ Offer total rewards through flexible benefits, professional development, and work-life balance. Maintain an equitable and transparent process for compensation decisions.

+ Support, reinforce, and align compensation decisions with budgetary and financial strategies to ensure growth and sustainability.

Employment Eligibility Verification

+ If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in delay of start date.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.