Job Title

Assistant Program Director - Flex Online MS

Agency

Texas A&M University

Department

Mba Program Office

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Who we want

Mays Business School is seeking an Assistant Program Director for Flex Online MS programs! In this role, you'll develop and implement innovative virtual coaching strategies tailored for online learners, guiding them individually and in affinity groups along their career development paths. You'll provide expert advice in areas such as self-awareness, career awareness, interest, fit, and skills, while offering constructive feedback on their progress. Additionally, you'll coach students in translating technical skills into business competencies. If you're ready to make a lasting impact on students' careers and set new standards in online career education, we want to hear from you!

Essential Duties

Develop/Implement Career Coaching/Advising

Develop and implement virtual coaching strategies and tools specifically designed for online learners.

Individually and in affinity groups, work with Flex Online MS 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.

Career Program Operations

Coordinate continuous improvement of career programing online.

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 Flex Online MS students across business disciplines.

Facilitate virtual employer connections and networking opportunities for remote students.

Education/Training

Delivers state-of-the-art career education and readiness programs for Flex Online MS students virtually.

Sets new standards in online 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 path.

Creates asynchronous career development resources accessible to students on demand.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree - Business, Human Resource Management, Instructional Design and Technology, or equivalent combination of education and experience

Six years of related experience

Preferred Qualifications

Four years of program coordination or closely related experience

Experience working with online/distance education students in higher education

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

Experience of working with people across business disciplines like MIS, HR, Marketing, and Accounting

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office facets

Strong problem-solving skills

Excellent written, analytical, interpersonal, and organizational skills

Experience with virtual career coaching and online program delivery

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Ability to use Generative AI tools securely in supporting students and enhancing everyday tasks

Proficiency with virtual meeting platforms (Zoom, Teams, etc.)

Familiarity with online learning platforms and virtual collaboration tools

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Excellent decision-making skills

Ability to work independently once given a project

Ability to manage multiple, ongoing programs and services

Knowledge of word and spreadsheet applications

Career Advising / Coaching / Mentoring

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

Note: This position requires work outside of standard business hours to include nights and/or weekends to accommodate availability of online students. This position may require occasional travel (less than 10%).

Who we are

Mays Business School’s Career Management Center (CMC) exists to support our master’s program students in clarifying and achieving their career aspirations . We contribute across multiple areas including developing a practical career plan, crafting impactful written and verbal communication capabilities, honing professional skills, creating employer awareness and demand while facilitating connection opportunities. We emphasize a balanced combination of one-on-one individualized career coaching and consultations, affinity-group work, and classroom-level delivery. The CMC team works closely with employers to stay current on evolving career opportunities, recruiting and hiring trends, interview/evaluation techniques to advance the awareness and demand for Mays master’s program graduates .

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 building a better future through business. To fulfill this vision, our mission is developing leaders of character who make a positive difference in the communities where they live, work, and serve.

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 experiences. 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.