Associate Director, National Security Leadership Program

## Associate Director, National Security Leadership Program Apply locations:
College Station, TXtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition :
R-095579
** Job Title
** Associate Director, National Security Leadership Program
** Agency
* * Texas A&M University
** Department
* * Bush School Of Government And Public Service
** Proposed Minimum Salary**$9,500.00 monthly
** Job Location
** College Station, Texas
** Job Type
** Staff
* * Job Description
**** A Glimpse of the Job
**** The Bush School is seeking an Associate Director to assist the Director of the National Security Leadership Program.
** The ideal candidate is a seasoned leader and strategic program administrator who will help shape and deliver premier leadership education for the next generation of U.S. Space Force guardians. In this highly visible role, you will serve as a trusted partner to military stakeholders and senior academic leaders to provide operational oversight, strategic direction, and organizational stewardship for the Captain’s Leadership Course.

Acting as a key member of the program leadership team, you will lead instructor management, curriculum execution, and continuous improvement efforts while ensuring alignment with university, government, and mission requirements. The ideal candidate brings a strong blend of leadership development experience and emotional intelligence while possessing the executive presence needed to build trust with senior officers and faculty. Success in this role requires a keen understanding of organizational and institutional risk, a talent for strategic planning, and the ability to influence outcomes through collaborative efforts and sound judgment.

As the Associate Director, you will help drive excellence through cultivating enduring client relationships and positioning the program for continued growth. This is an exceptional opportunity for an operationally minded and team-oriented leader who is passionate about developing future leaders and advancing the mission of national defense through education.
** What You Need to Know
**** Salary:
** starting at $95,000/annually (Compensation will be commensurate to the selected hire’s experience).
** Cover Letter/Resume:
** A cover letter and resume are strongly recommended and will help in our review. You may upload them on the application under the CV/Resume section.
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* Please note:

This position is funded from grant and/or contract funding**, which is renewed through provisions of the grantor of the contract. Therefore, this position is contingent upon continuation of funding from these grants and/or contracts, as well as satisfactory job performance.
** Other Requirements and Factors:
*** This position is security sensitive.
* This position requires compliance with state and federal laws/codes and Texas A&M University System/TAMU policies, regulations, rules and procedures.
* This position may require up to 5% or more travel.
* This position may require work beyond normal office hours and/or work on weekends.
** Qualifications
* *** Required

Education and Experience:

*** Bachelor’s degree in applicable field.
* Eight years of related experience.
** A Well-Qualified Candidate Will Also Possess:
*** Advanced Degree or higher in National Security Studies, Strategic Studies, Leadership or similar degree.
* More than eight years of experience in leadership positions and operations.
* Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing.
* Ability to positively and professionally interact with clients and staff.
* Excellent communication and presentation skills.
* Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
* Working knowledge of office software and instructional programs.
* Knowledge of principles and methods for teaching and instructing individuals and groups.
* Skilled in utilizing various learning and active listening strategies.
* Ability to orally comprehend and express information and use inductive and deductive reasoning.
* Ability to facilitate and adapt course and the course content.
* Ability to positively and professionally interact with clients and staff, groups of various sizes.
* Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
** Opportunities…