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 ourcorevalueswhich are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service. Who we are As one of the fastest-growing academic health centers in the nation, Texas A&M Health encompasses five colleges and numerous centers and institutes working together to improve health through transformative education, innovative research and team-based health care delivery. What we want The Director, under general supervision, is responsible for leading outreach and community engagement activities for Rural Medicine. What you need to know Salary: Will be commensuratebased on the selected hire’s education and experience. Special Instructions: A cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references (to include at least one previous supervisor) are strongly recommended. You may upload all three on the application under CV/Resume or upon answering the questionnaire you may attach the documents. Please note: This position is grant funded; future employment may be contingent upon future funding. Travel: This position requires significant travel to rural areas and will require evenings and weekend work. Qualifications Required Education Bachelor’s degree or combination of education and experience.

Ten years of related experience in management, business development or related areas

Preferred Qualifications Master’s degree

15 years of experience in management and/or business development

Experience with community coalitions or outreach activities.

Experience in or around rural areas, with a demonstrated understanding of the community and business environment.

Strong knowledge of business or program development

Skilled public speaker

Budget creation and management

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to enable clear and effective vision.

Ability to build strong interpersonal relationships and create coalitions, particularly with volunteer leaders.

Experience with word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications

Knowledge of rural communities

Ability to travel

Responsibilities Rural Site Development and Outreach • Provides leadership for departmental functions to include planning, directing, and evaluating departmental operations. • Establishes the direction, goals, and implementation strategies for rural medicine community outreach and development. • Develops strategies and tactics to implement the Rural Medicine Initiative. • Expands the rural rotations and elective program for medical students targeting key regions. • Recruits Stakeholder Teams to include County Officials, ISD personnel, and Medical Providers. • Coordinates and develops marketing and communications pieces to communicate the mission and goals of rural medicine. Partnership and Funding • In collaboration with the Texas A&M Foundation staff, develops and seeks funding for rural medicine programs for long-term funding strategies. • Coordinates with local donors to ensure adequate funding in each rural location. • Develops and maintains strong partnerships with local communities. • Identifies conferences and outreach opportunities and represents A&M Medicine as appropriate. • Builds relationships with Texas A&M University System members, including Texas A&M AgriLife and Texas A&M Health, to maximize program impact. Administration • Provides information and reporting to management. • Develops and administers rural community budget. • Provides effective budget management and oversees fiscal operations of departments by establishing cost controls. • Ensures that programs and activities comply with University, State, and Federal regulations • Serves on various University, division, and departmental committees and represents rural medicine at various State and National associations. • Directs the administration of University-wide programs and initiatives. 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, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts , 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

Automatic 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

Educational release time and tuition assistance  for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee

Living Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees