Deputy Director for Center of Excellence in Forensic Nursing

Texas A&M • Bryan, TX

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Deputy Director for the Center of Excellence in Forensic Nursing, under general direction, is responsible for the center’s daily administration. As a senior administrator, the Deputy Director oversees business and general operations, leads teams, engages stakeholders, and provides strategic planning and decision support. The position is grant funded, and future employment may be contingent upon future funding.

The role supervises and evaluates staff; supports strategic planning and decision-making; and oversees the center’s operational, fiscal, and project activities. It coordinates with internal and external stakeholders, represents the center and its director in meetings and community settings, and helps advance the center’s reputation through partnerships, scholarship, innovation, and external engagement. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ten years of related experience.
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
• Knowledge of database, spreadsheet, presentation, and word processing software.
• Oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to plan and organize effectively.
• Generally supervises.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in business or leadership.

Responsibilities

• Supervises and evaluates assigned staff, coordinates with Human Resources on employee queries, and hires staff as needed.
• Facilitates or participates in strategic planning for the Center and researches and provides substantive and analytical information to advise the director on decisions.
• Implements strategic goals, prioritizes work, monitors initiatives, and advises Center leadership on planning and implementation of strategies aligned with the strategic plan.
• Prepares reports, presentations, and recommendations for the director and other stakeholders.
• Oversees the Center’s daily administration and operations, coordinates operational improvements, and acts as a liaison to external stakeholders.
• Develops and implements high-level work plans, schedules, and budgets for large projects.
• Coordinates staff and monitors Center activities to ensure alignment with strategic goals and projects.
• Coordinates with building facilities regarding maintenance issues.
• Leads special projects that promote innovation, community engagement, workforce development, and organizational excellence.
• Fosters a supportive and productive environment for faculty, staff, and students.
• Coordinates with the business office on budgetary issues, ensures spending remains within budgetary constraints, and reviews and negotiates contracts for Center activities.
• Coordinates with internal and external entities to ensure compliance and manage relationships.
• Represents leadership and the Center in meetings, on committees, and in the community; represents the director in meetings.
• Assists with Center tours and gives presentations about the Center to community members and stakeholders.
• Advances the Center’s reputation through partnerships, scholarship, innovation, and external engagement.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts, and long-term disability insurance; Texas A&M contributes 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.
• Free exercise programs and release time.
• 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 employed at Texas A&M.
• Living Well employee program.

What This Job Offers

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