Program Director - Texas A&M University : Job Details

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What we want

The Program Director is responsible for strategic leadership and overall administration of the Future Coaches of Texas Association (FCTA) program within the Texas A&M Thornton-McFerrin Coaching Academy (TMCA). This role includes strategic planning, program oversight, resource development, staff supervision, and stakeholder engagement to fulfill the mission of preparing future coaches through innovative programming and leadership development.

What you need to know

Salary: Com pensation will be com men sur ate to the selected hire's experience.

Cover Letter & Resume: A cover letter and resume are strongly recommended

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in education administration or a related field

• Ten or more years of related experience in athletic administration, education leadership, or program management, including:

  • Demonstrated experience with Career and Technical Education (CTE) programming or student-led organizations

  • Experience in planning, coordinating, and executing large-scale events—such as conferences, workshops, or competitions—hosted at the school district, state, or national level, each involving 100 or more participants

Required Licenses and Certifications:

• Principal or Athletic Administrator Certification or equivalent.

• TEA Teaching Certification or equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ten years of leadership experience as an Athletic Director and/or Assistant Athletic Director or equivalent.

• Involved in leadership in national level educational or athletic organization or association.

• Demonstrates strong connections and involvement within their community.

• Prior experience with the Thornton-McFerrin Coaching Academy or similar programs.

• Texas Athletic Administrator Certificate (THSADA)

• Certified Master Athletic Administrator (NIAAA)

• Master's degree in education administration or a related field.

• Doctoral degree in education administration or a related field

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strategic thinking and leadership skills.

• Strong verbal and written communication, public speaking, and supervisory skills.

• Familiarity with national coaching organizations (e.g., NFHS, NIAAA).

• Technical proficiency in MS Office and website content tools.

• Ability to work independently, multitask, and collaborate with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

Program Management and Leadership

• Develops and implements strategic plans, goals, and operational policies for the FCTA program.

• Leads and manages the program's advisory council.

• Oversees the planning and delivery of program events, professional development workshops, and conferences.

• Supervises full-time staff, graduate assistants, and student workers assigned to support the program while fostering a collaborative and productive work environment.

• Maintains communication with stakeholders including school districts, state and national organizations (e.g., THSCA, THSADA, NIAAA), donors, sponsors, and other higher education and program partners.

• Manages online content development and communication including newsletters and program websites.

Budget and Resource Management

• Identifies, writes, and secures funding sources including grants and sponsorships to support program sustainability and growth.

• Oversees program budgets, including planning, tracking, and approval of expenditures.

• Analyzes program performance metrics and utilizes data to refine operations and report to stakeholders.

Program Monitoring and Reporting

• Maintains detailed records of program participation, engagement metrics, and budget use.

• Prepares monthly reports and annual program assessments aligned with institutional and sponsor expectations.

Outreach and Special Initiatives

• Coordinates promotional activities and partnerships to increase program visibility and statewide reach.

• Represents TMCA and FCTA at regional and national events; participates in strategic collaborations with coaching organizations.

• Supports recruitment and onboarding of program participants and school partners.

• Oversees creation and dissemination of multimedia content (photo/video) for marketing and educational use.

Who we are

The Department of Kines iology and Sport Management (KNSM) is one of the largest academic departments at Texas A&M University . As one of four departments in the College of Education & Human Development, KNSM is currently home to over 1468 undergraduate students, 175 master's students, 57 doctoral students (1700 total), and 87 funded graduate assistants. KNSM is an active member of the American Kines iology Association (AKA). The department joins in the efforts of the AKA to promote the discipline of Kines iology as a field of study and to highlight its applications that affect all through research to enhance people's health. To learn more, go to: .

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 premiums

• 12-15 days of annual paid holidays

• Up to eight hours of paid sick leaveand at leasteight hours of paid vacationeach month

• Automatically enrollment in theTeacher Retirement System of Texas

• Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time

• Professional Development: All employees have access to freeLinkedIn Learningtraining, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more

• Educational release time and tuition assistancefor completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee

• Living Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees

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.

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.