About this role
Job Title Assistant Director, Institute
Agency Texas A&M Agrilife Research
Department Texas Water Resource Institute
Proposed Minimum Salary Commensurate
Job Location College Station, Texas
Job Type Staff
Job Description About Texas A&M AgriLife
Texas A&M AgriLife is comprised of the following Texas A&M University System members:
• Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service
• Texas A&M AgriLife Research
• College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Texas A&M University
• Texas A&M Forest Service
• Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory
As the nation’s largest most comprehensive agriculture program, Texas A&M AgriLife brings together a college and four state agencies focused on agriculture and life sciences within The Texas A&M University System. With over 5,000 employees and a presence in every county across the state, Texas A&M AgriLife is uniquely positioned to improve lives, environments and the Texas economy through education, research, extension and service.
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Position Information
Operational Strategy, Execution, and Performance Management - Drive Institute-wide strategy into coordinated implementation plans across programs and initiatives - Translate strategic priorities into structured workflows, timelines, roles, and deliverables to ensure consistent execution across the Institute - Develop and maintain Institute-level systems that ensure follow-through on priorities, alignment across programs, and clear reporting of outcomes and impact - Oversee Institute-wide project management systems to ensure initiatives are properly coordinated, on schedule, and effectively integrated across units - Identify operational inefficiencies, gaps, and opportunities to improve coordination, execution effectiveness, and overall institutional performance - Develop standardized reporting and performance tracking frameworks to support leadership decision-making and external accountability Program Coordination and Funding Development - Monitor and support the performance of programs in achieving research outcomes, engagement goals, and external funding growth - Support TWRI leadership in the development, coordination, and dissemination of Requests for Proposals (RFPs) aligned with Institute priorities - Ensure funding processes are effectively managed from proposal development through selection, implementation, and reporting - Track program-level outcomes related to research productivity, funding performance, and strategic impact Stakeholder Engagement and Strategic Partnerships - Sustain relationships with key stakeholders, including state, federal, academic, industry, and community partners - Maintain coordination with the Texas A&M Foundation and other external funding and development partners - Support continuity and consistency in stakeholder engagement across programs and leadership priorities - Assist in the coordination of international partnerships and global engagement activities aligned with Institute's strategy Internal Operations and Organizational Systems - Oversee internal operational infrastructure such as TWRI’s website, communication teams, and workflow tools - Improve internal processes to enhance efficiency, transparency, and coordination across teams - Support implementation of standardized systems for documentation, communication, and information flow Institute Reporting, Metrics, and Communication - Support the TWRI leadership in leading institute-wide reporting including internal leadership updates, external stakeholder reports, and program performance summaries - Develop systems to track key outputs, outcomes, and performance metrics across Institute activities - Ensure reporting is consistent, timely, and aligned with funding and institutional requirements - Translate program activity into clear evidence of institutional impact and performance
Education and Experience: - Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent combination of education and experience. - Six years of related experience in management.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: - Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications. Knowledge of management development programs and implementation, and strategic planning. - Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Effective analytical, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
Reporting Structure: - Reporting directly to the TWRI Director, the Assistant Director is a member of the Institute's leadership team and is responsible for advancing the Institute's strategic priorities through effective operational management. Other Requirements: Work beyond normal office hours and/or on weekends. Travel required.
What You Need to Know
Salary: Compensation for this position is commensurate based on the selected candidate’s qualifications.
Why Work at Texas A&M AgriLife?
When you choose to work for Texas A&M AgriLife, you become part of an organization that is an established leader in agriculture and life sciences with a wide range of capabilities to meet the needs of our statewide, national, and international constituents.
In addition, Texas A&M AgriLife offers a comprehensive benefit package including the following:
• Health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M AgriLife 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
• Employee Wellness Initiative for Texas A&M AgriLife
Applicant Instructions
Applications received by Texas A&M AgriLife 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 prepopulate the online application.
Required Documents
CV/ Resume
Cover letter
List of references
Certifications/ additional documentation
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.