Texas A&M University · 4 hours ago
DRIP Program Director
Houston, TX
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
10+ years expTexas A&M University is a prestigious institution committed to enriching the learning and working environment. They are seeking a Program Director to lead the administration of the Disaster Resilience Information & Partnership (DRIP) program, which aims to support communities in managing flooding through effective data utilization and community engagement.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Develops and oversees program development, including strategic planning, goal setting, policy and procedure formulation, and material creation. Ensures program objectives are met. Directs, supervises, and mentors program staff. Develops and evaluates program procedures and performance reports. Develops and maintains key partnership relationships with other units within Texas A&M University as well as other key external partners
Identifies and secures program funding and expansion resources. Develops, oversees, and approves program budgets. Analyzes program data for reporting, progress tracking, and program adjustments. Oversees the performance of subcontractors and consultants, as applicable
Develops and executes advanced community engagement strategies for the DRIP program, encompassing participant selection criteria, outreach and recruitment initiatives, and the leadership of field activities, including community engagement meeting design and facilitation. Represents the DRIP program and IDRT at key external events, conferences, lectures, and meetings with state agencies and strategic partners, requiring travel as needed. Produces or reviews content for IDRT’s website, blog, and other communication channels. Contributes to the development of communication products such as videos or public-facing materials
Manages program activity records and oversees the timely preparation, review, and distribution of comprehensive program reports, progress updates, meeting summaries, findings, and other required documentation for funders, stakeholders, and leadership
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience
Ten years of related experience
Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others
Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Strong public speaking, organizational, leadership, and supervisory skills
Maintains attention to detail and utilizes sound judgment
Preferred
Master's degree from an accredited college or university
Spanish-language proficiency
Experience with disaster mitigation efforts, and/or emergency management planning and/or emergency response processes
Experience visualizing and communicating complex information or data for a broad audience
Demonstrated project management expertise
Demonstrated community engagement experience, including the organization and leadership of public forums and meetings; survey development and execution; and the development and facilitation of focus groups, interviews, and community relationship-building strategies
Benefits
Health , dental , vision , life 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
Automatically 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
Employee Tuition Assistance and Educational Release time for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee
Company
Texas A&M University
Texas A&M University has a proud history that stretches back to 1876 when The Agricultural and Mechanical College of Texas became the first public institution of higher learning in the state of Texas.
10001+ employees
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