Chief Administrative Officer - Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital

Job Title

Chief Administrative Officer - Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital

Agency

Texas A&M University

Department

Vet Med-Teaching Hospital

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

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 which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.   

Who we are 

The Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital (VMTH) includes the Small Animal Hospital and the Large Animal Hospital, both of which are dedicated to the total well-being and care of a pet throughout its lifetime. We work with great people, great clinicians, and great educators with a passion for animals and educating others that allows us to provide total care for animal patients while helping to train the next generation of veterinarians.    

What we want  

The Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) is the senior non‑clinical administrative leader responsible for the effective business, operational, and strategic management of the Veterinary Teaching Hospital.

Working closely with the Associate Dean for Hospital Operations, the CAO ensures that business functions—including finance, human resources, facilities management, and information technology—operate cohesively to support exceptional patient care, high‑quality clinical teaching, and cutting‑edge research within a complex, multi‑specialty academic veterinary hospital.

The CAO oversees day‑to‑day business operations, including program effectiveness, administrative coordination, fiduciary stewardship, and the strategic development of policies and procedures. Additionally, the CAO serves as the primary liaison between the hospital and university‑level administrative units, ensuring alignment with institutional policies, responsible resource management, and overarching strategic priorities.

What you need to know

Salary: Compensation will be commensurate to the selected hire’s experience.  

Schedule/Location: Located onsite in College Station, TX - this full-time role has a typical schedule of Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm.

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.    

Please note: Persons in this position are considered essential when the university declares an emergency campus closure, class cancellations, etc., and therefore required to report to work and remain on duty unless/until relieved by their direct supervisor.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, healthcare administration, or related field.

• 10 years of related experience.

 

Preferred Education and Experience:·   

• Master’s degree in business, healthcare administration, or related field.

• 10 years of leadership experience in healthcare, academic medicine, veterinary medicine, or complex institutional operations.

• Experience in an academic or teaching hospital environment strongly preferred.

• Financial management expertise including budgeting, forecasting, and revenue cycle oversight.

• Demonstrated success managing large teams and multi‑department operations.

• Supervisory experience.

 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

• Demonstra