Job Title Assistant Program Director - Specialized Masters Programs Agency Texas A&M University Department Mba Program Office Proposed Minimum Salary Commensurate Job Location College Station, Texas Job Type Staff Job Description What we want As an Assistant Program Director, you'll be at the forefront of shaping the future careers of our Specialized Masters students. You'll work both individually and in affinity groups to support their growth along a career development path, offering guidance in areas such as self-awareness, career awareness, interest, fit, and skills. Your role will also involve reviewing, assessing, and providing constructive feedback on their progress and actions in each career development area, ensuring they are well-prepared to achieve their professional goals. Join us and make a lasting impact on the next generation of business leaders! What you need to know Salary: Compensation will be commensurate to selected hire’s experience Cover Letter/Resume: A cover letter and resume will assist us in our review of your application materials Schedule: This position requires work outside of standard business hours to include nights and/or weekends. This position may require occasional travel (less than 10%). Qualifications Required Education and Experience: + Bachelor’s degree in Higher Education, Business, Human Resource Management, Finance, Real Estate, Economics or equivalent combination or education and experience + Six years of closely related experience Preferred Qualifications: + Experience working with Real Estate and Finance students in higher education + 4 or more years of program coordination experience + Professional experience in Real Estate, Finance, or related industries + Professional experience in career services or providing academic support for career path planning + Some leadership experience + Professional experience guiding students’ career development and career decision-making + Professional experience as a recruiter with talent acquisition emphasis + Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office facets + Strong problem-solving skills + Excellent written, analytical, interpersonal, and organizational skills + Familiarity with financial certifications such as CFA, CFP, or real estate licensing requirements Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: + Ability to use Generative AI tools securely in supporting students and enhancing everyday tasks + Ability to work independently once given a project + Ability to manage multiple, ongoing programs and services + Career Advising / Coaching / Mentoring + Knowledge of various business disciplines with particular emphasis on Real Estate and Financial Management Responsibilities Career Coaching/Advising: + Individually and in affinity groups, work with Specialized Master’s students to support their growth along a career development path + Advise and guide in areas including self-awareness, career awareness, interest, fit, and skills + Review, assess, and provide students with constructive feedback on progress and actions in each career development area + Work with students to guide, critique, and revise multiple forms of written & verbal communication + Coach/advise students in resume/cover letter/LinkedIn profile development, interview preparation, networking skills, professional presence, elevator pitch, personal brand development, and how to translate technical skills into business competencies Education/Training: + Delivers state-of-the-art career education and readiness programs for Specialized Masters students + Sets new standards in career education and preparation + Provides students with lifelong career management skills tailored to their specific program focus emphasizing the transition to a business-oriented career pat Career Program Operations: + Coordinate continuous improvement of the career programing + Carry out and oversee ongoing and recurring career program operation activities to include compiling and distributing resume books, administering relevant employment websites, career data management, preparing employer materials, and other operational and administrative tasks as assigned + Collaborate with employers to develop opportunities suited for Specialized Masters students across business disciplines Who we are Texas A&M University’s Mays Business School is a vibrant learning organization of more than 175 faculty members, 125 staff members, and 6,400 undergraduate and graduate students in accounting, finance, management, management information systems, marketing, and supply chain management. Mays Business School’s vision is to advance the world’s prosperity. To advance the world’s prosperity means providing a better future for generations who follow, including quality of life, environment, and economic systems. To fulfill this vision, our mission is to be a vibrant learning organization that creates impactful knowledge and develops transformational leaders. mays.tamu.edu Mays Business School Graduate Programs Mays offers Full-Time, Professional, Executive, Flex Online MBA programs as well as a unique MBA + M.S. Analytics program. Our program helps students advance their careers by mastering core business knowledge, honing skills through high impact learning experiences, developing personalized leadership styles, and leveraging the power of the global Aggie Network. Why Texas A&M University? We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration.  Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you.  Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.  + Medical, (https://www.tamus.edu/benefits/medical/) prescription drug, dental, (https://www.tamus.edu/benefits/dental/) vision, life and AD&D, (https://www.tamus.edu/benefits/life-add/) flexible spending accounts , and long-term disability insurance (https://www.tamus.edu/benefits/long-term-disability/) with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums + 12-15 days (https://employees.tamu.edu/employee-relations/leave/index.html) of annual paid holidays + Up to eight hours of paid sick leave (https://employees.tamu.edu/employee-relations/leave/paid/sick.html)   and at least  eight hours of paid vacation (https://employees.tamu.edu/employee-relations/leave/paid/vacation.html)   each month + Automatically enrollment in the  Teacher Retirement System of Texas (https://www.trs.texas.gov/Pages/Homepage.aspx) + Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time (https://flourish.tamu.edu/wellness-release-time/) + Professional Development: All employees have access to free   LinkedIn Learning (https://linkedinlearning.tamu.edu/)   training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more + Educational release time and tuition assistance (https://livingwell.tamu.edu/employee-tuition-assistance)  for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee + Living Well , (https://livingwell.tamu.edu/) a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees Our Commitment Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experience. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values (https://www.tamu.edu/about/coreValues.html) which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service. 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.