Director of the National Security Leadership Program

Job Title

Director of the National Security Leadership Program

Agency

Texas A&M University

Department

Bush School Of Government And Public Service

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. 

 

The Bush School of Government and Public Service, https://bush.tamu.edu, was founded in 1997, under President George H.W. Bush's philosophy that public service is a noble calling. Since then, the Bush School has continued to reflect that notion in curriculum, research, and student experience as the Bush School prepares students to become principled leaders in their fields and to reflect the value of public service throughout their careers.  

What we want

The Director of the National Security and Leadership Program coordinates and supports Bush School efforts to establish courses in National Security. The Director must be able to act as an integrator: serving as the primary point of contact and coordination both between, TAMU, TAMU System and other partners.  

What you need to know

Salary: Commensurate to selected candidate's experience

Resume and cover letter: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume and cover letter.

Qualifications

Required Education

Bachelor's degree. 

Required Experience

Ten years in senior (executive) leadership roles, administration, or program administration and experience with uniformed military services.

Preferred Qualifications

Advanced Degree, Doctor of Philosophy in Military Strategy, or equivalent.

More than ten years of related senior leadership experience including direct personnel supervision.

Prior experience teaching or working in or with US military service academies and officer training.  

Military service with a rank of Lt. Colonel or higher.

Demonstrated ability to obtain security clearance.  

Familiarity with university budgets, policies, rules & regulations.

Knowledge of academic programs and graduate-level student services in public and/or international affairs. 

Demonstrated ability to quickly develop strong familiarity and coherence with the programs, offerings, and people of the Bush School. 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of academic programs and graduate-level student services.

Skilled in spreadsheet and word processing.

Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.

Strong communication (both oral and written), organizational, interpersonal and analytical skills.

Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Demonstrated ability to develop, direct, deliver and assess strategic plans.

Additional Information

Machines or equipment used in the performance of essential duties

Computer - 25 hours; Telephone -- 5 hours; Printer -- 3 hours 

Physical Requirements

None

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

• All tasks and job responsibilities must be performed safely without injury to self or others in compliance with System and Un