Assistant Managing Director, Pre-Health

Texas A&M University System • College Station, TX

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About The Position

The Assistant Managing Director Pre-Health, under general direction, assists the Associate Director and Director in all aspects of departmental operations and maintains responsibility for a major functional unit(s) within a department. This position provides vision and leadership in the delivery of health pre-professional school programming to students, with a focus on relationship management with students, professional schools, academic stakeholders, and the development of strategic initiatives to enhance student outcomes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Six years of experience in career services, advising, recruiting, or related specialty.
• Ability to multi-task and work collaboratively with others.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills – interpersonal, written, and presentation.
• Working knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet programs, and ability to work with and present data.
• Experience with complex databases and computer software programs.
• Proficiency in researching and utilizing online resources.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple, ongoing programs and services.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in student affairs or related specialty.

Responsibilities

• Student Advising and Program Oversight: Develops, implements, and evaluates programming, services, and large-scale events for students aspiring to professional school. Advises students in areas of health-related professional school programming and skills/techniques such as personal statement writing, professional school evaluation, networking, and interviewing. Oversees the execution of innovative methods and technologies for content delivery, including online platforms and virtual instruction. Ensures that career-related content and resources are current, engaging, and accessible to students.
• Leadership and Strategic Planning: Leads, oversees, and manages health professional school advising and programming for designated colleges/schools with an emphasis on early student engagement, major-specific initiatives, employer outreach, and enhancing collaborative relationships with college/school faculty, staff, administration, student organizations, and students. Represents the Department, Division, or University on committees and serves as a primary liaison to academic units and college/school leadership (e.g., deans, department heads, faculty, and staff). Cultivates and maintains relationships with professional schools to expand student opportunities. Remains abreast and has the ability to discuss current events impacting professional schools and professional school admission.
• Supervision and Team Development: Supervises and evaluates professional staff assigned to specific functional areas. Facilitates professional development opportunities and fosters a high-performing, collaborative team environment. Provides guidance and support to staff in the delivery of professional school advising and programming. Maintains confidentiality and keeps accurate, updated records following office procedures.
• Support of Career Center Initiatives: Oversees execution of the Career Center mission by participating in programs and services including the presentation of workshops and events, drop-in advising, committee work, and team meetings. Plans strategy for the development and execution of Career Center-wide events, including resume reviews, career fairs, marketing initiatives, and other activities. Participates in cross-functional teams and develops Center-wide projects as they relate to specific areas of need. Handles special projects and strategic initiatives assigned by the department leadership.
• Compliance and Reporting: Ensures compliance with university, departmental, and governmental policies and procedures. Develops and maintains reports, analyses, and surveys related to student engagement, employer partnerships, and program effectiveness. Prepares semester and annual reports for faculty, administration, and stakeholders within the program area. Coordinates with administrative staff to prepare purchase orders, vouchers, and financial documentation as needed.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts, and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
• 12-15 days of annual paid holidays
• Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month
• Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas
• Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time
• Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more
• Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee
• Living Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level