Assistant Director, Institute

Job Title

Assistant Director, Institute

Agency

Texas A&M Agrilife Research

Department

Texas Water Resource Institute

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Operational Strategy, Execution, and Performance Management

- Drive Institute-wide strategy into coordinated implementation plans across programs and initiatives

- Translate strategic priorities into structured workflows, timelines, roles, and deliverables to ensure consistent execution across the Institute

- Develop and maintain Institute-level systems that ensure follow-through on priorities, alignment across programs, and clear reporting of outcomes and impact

- Oversee Institute-wide project management systems to ensure initiatives are properly coordinated, on schedule, and effectively integrated across units

- Identify operational inefficiencies, gaps, and opportunities to improve coordination, execution effectiveness, and overall institutional performance

- Develop standardized reporting and performance tracking frameworks to support leadership decision-making and external accountability

Program Coordination and Funding Development

- Monitor and support the performance of programs in achieving research outcomes, engagement goals, and external funding growth

- Support TWRI leadership in the development, coordination, and dissemination of Requests for Proposals (RFPs) aligned with Institute priorities

- Ensure funding processes are effectively managed from proposal development through selection, implementation, and reporting

- Track program-level outcomes related to research productivity, funding performance, and strategic impact

Stakeholder Engagement and Strategic Partnerships

- Sustain relationships with key stakeholders, including state, federal, academic, industry, and community partners

- Maintain coordination with the Texas A&M Foundation and other external funding and development partners

- Support continuity and consistency in stakeholder engagement across programs and leadership priorities

- Assist in the coordination of international partnerships and global engagement activities aligned with Institute's strategy

Internal Operations and Organizational Systems

- Oversee internal operational infrastructure such as TWRI’s website, communication teams, and workflow tools

- Improve internal processes to enhance efficiency, transparency, and coordination across teams

- Support implementation of standardized systems for documentation, communication, and information flow

Institute Reporting, Metrics, and Communication

- Support the TWRI leadership in leading institute-wide reporting including internal leadership updates, external stakeholder reports, and program performance summaries

- Develop systems to track key outputs, outcomes, and performance metrics across Institute activities

- Ensure reporting is consistent, timely, and aligned with funding and institutional requirements

- Translate program activity into clear evidence of institutional impact and performance

Education and Experience:

- Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.

- Six years of related experience in management.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

- Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications. Knowledge of management development programs and implementation, and strategic planning.

- Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Effective analytical, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

Reporting Structure:

- Reporting directly to the TWRI Director, the Assistant Director is a member of the Institute's leadership team and is responsible for advancing the Institute's strategic priorities through effective operational management.

Other Requirements:

Work beyond normal office hours and/or on weekends. Travel required.

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.