Assistant Director for Program Engagement

Agency

Texas A&M University

Department

Texas A&M Institute of Data Science

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Our Commitment

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & identities. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.

Who We Are

The Texas A&M Institute of Data Science (TAMIDS) pursues new approaches to data science research, education, operations, and partnerships. These approaches cross college boundaries to connect elements of Data Science from engineering, technology, science and the humanities, and inform wider social challenges. In partnership with over 200 research affiliates from across The Texas A&M University System, work being done by TAMIDS is shaping the future of Data Science research. To learn more, visit https://tamids.tamu.edu/.

What We Want

TAMIDS is seeking a (position title) who will (add duties from the general summary). We seek to hire a candidate who will support our commitment to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & identities per our Core Values . The preferred candidate will (list preferred qualifications). We are looking to hire a candidate who is a team player and who will promote collaboration and cooperation while (leading/working within) a team. If the description sounds interesting to you, we invite you to apply to be considered for this opportunity to join our team.

What You Need To Know

Special Note: A cover letter and resume are strongly recommended, and contact information for three professional references. You may upload them on the application under the CV/Resume section.

Salary: Compensation will be commensurate to selected hire’s experience.

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in applicable field

• Six years of university program-based experience, including administration and management

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to coordinate multiple academic, administrative, and operational organizations around common goal.

• Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, and remote conferencing applications.

• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Ability to comfortably speak to large groups.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in applicable field.

• Demonstrated ability to develop and manage university programs.

• Demonstrated ability to develop and manage collaborations between organizations.

• Experience working with faculty, researchers, and students in program development and operations.

• Experience working with industry and external partners of university programs.

• Experience working in STEM-oriented university programs.

• Experience developing proposals for program funding.

Responsibilities:

• PROGRAM OPERATIONS- Coordinates and connects between TAMIDS programs (for education, research, and training), their participants (faculty researchers, and students), and internal and external partners and programs, to increase engagement and impact. Examples include engaging faculty to deliver training and workshops related to their expertise, engaging student involvement in outreach and data science literacy activities, coordinating event sponsorship from industry partners, and coordinating events with TAMIDS collaborating organizations. Leads or assists direction and operations of specific TAMIDS engagement programs. Works with supporting TAMIDS staff, collaborators, organizational partners in TAMU and externally to ensure high quality delivery. Maintains oversight of operations, identifies problems, and determines and implements adjustments in consultation with TAMIDS leadership and external partners. Coordinates creation of program materials, solicitations, and outcome reporting on TAMIDS website and social media. Coordinates creation and implementation of program assessments and participant surveys.

• PROGRAM CREATION - Identifies new opportunities and communities for engagement. Proposes new programs and extension of current programs in coordination with TAMIDS leadership, program directors, and external partners. Establishes program goals, plans program operations and organizational roles, budgeting, marketing and recruitment, and outcome assessments. Represents TAMIDS in program planning with collaborating partners and operational, delivery, and administrative organizations. Identifies external funding opportunities aligned with TAMIDS engagement programs. Works with TAMIDS leadership, program participants, and collaborating organizations to develop funding proposals.

Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online application.

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/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer committed to diversity.

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