Director of Program and Staff Development
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Director of Program and Staff DevelopmentAgency
Prairie View A&M UniversityDepartment
Cooperative Agriculture And Research CenterProposed Minimum Salary
CommensurateJob Location
Prairie View TexasJob Type
StaffJob Description
The Director of Program and Staff Development provides visionary leadership in designing implementing and evaluating innovative programs that address the evolving needs of communities and stakeholders. This role champions a systematic approach to program development encompassing assessment design delivery and evaluation to ensure initiatives are impactful and aligned with the organizations mission. By fostering a culture of continuous improvement the Director ensures that programs are accessible relevant and responsive to Texans. Collaborating closely with college leadership and various departments the Director integrates staff development strategies to build organizational capacity ensuring that personnel are equipped with the competencies necessary to deliver highquality programs and related research. This position plays a pivotal role in advancing the College of Agriculture Food and Natural Resources (CAFNRs) commitment to excellence in program development and staff empowerment driving meaningful engagement and sustainable outcomes within the communities served.
This position is funded by a grant or restricted funds. Continued employment is contingent on the renewal of grant or restricted funding.
Key Responsibilities:
Program Development: Leads the design development and continuous improvement of impactful programs that align with CAFNRs mission and meet community needs. Utilizes the full NAEPSDPaligned cycle of program development: conduct comprehensive needs assessments engage stakeholders develop logic models design curriculum and delivery systems and implement evaluation strategies.Fosters a datadriven resultsoriented approach to programming that promotes innovation and measurable outcomes.Collaborates with researchers faculty agents and specialists to scale effective practices address programming gaps and expand landgrant impact.
Training & Development: Develops and implement a strategic missionaligned talent development plan to address emerging skillsets and future workforce needs. Identifies organizational training needs and source or create programs to build competencies in leadership communication evaluation and technical areas.Designs scalable onboarding and professional development systems that promote early success and longterm employee retention.Ensures that training initiatives support the unique roles of Extension educators researchers and support professionals.
Employee Engagement & Career Development: Implements strategies to build an environment of engagement recognition and professional growth.Conducts regular assessments of employee engagement and organizational climate; use findings to guide improvement.Leads the creation of career development pathways and succession planning models that promote internal advancement and leadership readiness. Oversees wellness and support initiatives that enhance employee satisfaction and retention.
Strategic Development: Serves as a strategic advisor to CAFNR leadership on organizational growth workforce alignment and structural enhancements. Leads projects that promote innovation in Extension and Research staffing models programming strategies and operational effectiveness.Collaborates with departments and units to develop frameworks for professional development leadership cultivation and organizational excellence.Aligns programmatic and staffing efforts with institutional goals and reporting requirements.
Team Leadership & Resource Management: Leads and mentor a team of program and staff development professionals.Fosters a collaborative goaloriented work environment focused on performance and accountability.
Manages the units budget allocates resources effectively and ensures compliance with funding and reporting requirements.
Participates in collegewide activities committees and performs other duties as necessary to support the overall mission and goals of the college.
Required Education and Experience:
Bachelors degree in in Agricultural Sciences Extension Education Public Administration or a related field.
10 years of related experience.
Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of leadership models organizational behavior and best practices for managing teams fostering a positive work culture and promoting employee engagement.
Proficiency in designing implementing and evaluating training programs and organizational initiatives to ensure effectiveness and continuous improvement.
Ability to collect analyze and use data to inform decisionmaking assess program effectiveness and report results to stakeholders.
Ability to work effectively with senior leadership other departments and external partners to achieve shared goals and drive organizational success.
Ability to think critically and strategically setting longterm goals and aligning staff development initiatives with the organizations overall mission and objectives.
Preferred Qualifications:
Masters degree in Agricultural Sciences Extension Education Public Administration or a related field.
At least 7 years of progressive leadership experience in Extension Agricultural Research or related areas with a demonstrated track record in staff development and program management.
Strong understanding of the landgrant university system and the role of Extension and Agricultural Research programs.
Proven ability to design implement and evaluate training programs for various audiences.
Exceptional communication interpersonal and organizational skills.
Experience working with multidisciplinary teams and external stakeholders.
Ability to work independently prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fastpaced environment.
Job Posting Close Date:
Until Filled
Required Attachments:
Please attach all required documents listed belowin the attachment box labeled as either Resume/CV or Resume/Cover Letter on the application. Multiple attachments may be included in the Resume/CV or Resume/Cover Letter attachment box. Any additional attachments provided outside of the required documents listed below are considered optional.
Resume or Curriculum Vitae
Cover Letter
Application Submission Guidelines:
All applicants are required to apply via our Career Site on or before the closing date indicated on the job posting. Applicant inquiries received via email and websites such as Indeed HigherEdJobs etc. will not be considered unless the individual has applied to the available position via thePVAMUCareer site.
The required documents listed in the above Required Attachments section must be attached to the application prior to the job closing date indicated to ensure full consideration for the application submitted. Please contact the Office of Human Resource on or before the closing date indicated above ator should you need assistance with the online application process.
Background Check Requirements:
All positions are securitysensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation and employment is contingent upon the institutions verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institutions procedures including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.
All positions are securitysensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation and employment is contingent upon the institutions verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institutions procedures including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
