Associate Director, Military Talent Pipeline

Location: Killeen, Texas, United States; on-campus work required

Salary: $8,416.67 monthly minimum; $101,000.00 stated annual salary

Company

Texas A&M University–Central Texas is a university developing military, veteran, workforce, and research programs in collaboration with government and regional industry partners.

What you will do

• Support the Director in departmental operations and act in the Director’s absence when required.
• Lead strategic planning, program development, and external partnership initiatives for workforce programs.
• Develop programs supporting veterans and expanding the Texas workforce in STEM, semiconductors, data analytics, cybersecurity, and law enforcement.
• Prepare budgets, control expenses, and manage funding requirements for grant-supported activities.
• Set performance goals, develop reports and analyses, and evaluate program outcomes.
• Supervise staff and project teams, coordinate with Military and Veteran Services and ROTC, ensure compliance, and represent the university at associations and external events.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in an applicable field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• At least eight years of related experience.
• Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.
• Ability to multitask, collaborate, and communicate clearly and effectively.
• Applicants must be authorized to work for any U.S. employer.
• The position is on campus in Killeen, Texas; it is not remote. Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., with nights and weekends as needed.

Nice to have

• Master’s degree or higher.
• Experience in higher education, workforce development, program development, or public-private partnerships.
• At least seven years of supervisory experience and five years of management experience.
• Civic, government, or community engagement experience.
• Experience working with the military or Department of Defense.

Culture & Benefits

• Grant-funded position through August 15, 2028, with possible renewal after the grant ends.
• The university intends to retain the position after the grant period when financially feasible.
• Work includes collaboration with university offices, government organizations, military services, and regional industries.
• Some travel is required.
• Employment is contingent on credential verification and a criminal history investigation.

Hiring process

• Submit a cover letter, résumé or CV, and contact information for three professional references.
• Upload any applicable licenses in the application attachments.