Assistant Director, Rural Medicine Outreach

Company: Texas A&M University Health Science Center
Location: Bryan
Posted on: April 14, 2025

Job Description:

Job TitleAssistant Director, Rural Medicine OutreachAgencyTexas A&M University Health Science CenterDepartmentOffice of the DeanProposed Minimum SalaryCommensurateJob LocationBryan, TexasJob TypeStaffJob DescriptionOur CommitmentTexas 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 areAs one of the fastest-growing academic health centers in the nation, Texas A&M Health encompasses five colleges and numerous centers and institutes working together to improve health through transformative education, innovative research and team-based health care delivery.What we wantThe Assistant Director, Rural Medicine Outreach, under general direction, assists the Director of Rural Medicine Outreach in rural site development and partnership development. Develops strategies and tactics to implement the Rural Medicine initiative; establishes direction and goals; recruits stakeholder teams. Develops and seeks funding for rural medicine programs; coordinates with local donors to ensure adequate funding is available. Provides information and reporting as needed to support the program.What you need to knowPlease note: This position is grant funded; future employment may be contingent upon future funding.Travel: This position requires significant travel to rural areas and will require evenings and weekend work.Required Education and Experience:Bachelor's Degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience6 years of experience in management, business development or related areasPreferred Qualifications:8 years of experience in management and/or business developmentWork with community coalitions, non-profit organizations, or outreach activitiesExperience in or around rural areas, with a demonstrated understanding of the community andbusiness environmentExperience working with individuals and communitiesSkilled Public SpeakerDriver's License or ability to obtain one within 30 days of employmentKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with othersExcellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to enable clear and effectivevisionAbility to build strong interpersonal relationships and create coalitions, particularly withvolunteer leadersKnowledge of rural communitiesResponsibilities:Rural Site Development and OutreachWorks with the Director of Rural Medicine Outreach to establish the direction, goals, and implementation strategies for rural medicine community outreach and development.Develops strategies and tactics to implement the Rural Medicine initiative.Expands the rural rotations and elective program for medical students targeting key regions.Recruits of Stakeholder Teams to include County Officials, ISD Personnel, and Medical Providers.Provides supervision and guidance to a team or departmental sub-unit(s).Partnership and FundingCollaborates with our Texas A&M Foundation staff, develops and seeks funding for rural medicine programs for long-term funding strategies.Coordinates with local donors to ensure adequate funding in each rural location.Develops and maintains strong partnerships with local communities.Identify conferences and outreach opportunities and represents A&M Medicine as appropriate.Build relationships with Texas A&M University System members to maximize program impact.AdministrationProvides information and reporting to management.Represents rural medicine at various State and National associations.Monitors compliance with all unit, department, University, and government standards, policies,and procedures.Performs other duties as assigned.Why Texas A&M University?We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration. Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you. Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts , and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums12-15 days of annual paid holidaysUp to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each monthAutomatically enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of TexasHealth and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release timeProfessional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and moreEducational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employeeLiving Well , a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employeesInstructions to Applicants: 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 or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online application.All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.

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