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Job TitleAssociate Professor/Professor & Associate DeanAgencyEast Texas A&M UniversityDepartmentHonors ProgramProposed Minimum SalaryCommensurateJob LocationCommerce, TexasJob TypeFacultyJob Description INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANT: During the application process the "My Experience " page has a section provided " Attachments (Resume/CV, References, Cover letter, etc.) " to upload required documents. Use the Upload button to add each document. You will be able to upload up to 5 documents. Be aware that the maximum size allowed for any one document is 5MB. All documents must be electronically submitted through the Texas A&M Online Employment Services website to be considered. Incomplete or improperly submitted applications may be excluded from consideration. Please do not withdraw your application in an attempt to upload a missing document, instead please email HR for help. Please provide the following documents: Cover Letter Resume/CV Three professional references with complete contact information (Unsolicited letters of recommendation will not be considered). Transcripts (Unofficial will be accepted with application. Official transcripts are required upon acceptance of verbal offer). If transcripts are from an international institution, it is the responsibility of the prospective faculty member to have the transcripts translated and evaluated by an approved credential evaluator. If you need assistance, please contact us at SUMMARY: East Texas A&M University is now accepting applications for an administrative faculty position as a tenured Associate Professor and Associate Dean of the East Texas A & M University Honors College with a preferred start date of July 1, 2025. This is a twelve-month position and is for work to be performed in the state of Texas. The Honors College is positioned for significant growth of its student population through adopting an experiential-learning based curriculum, broadening faculty and program engagement, and enhancing alumni and community partnerships. Reporting directly to the Dean of the Honors College, the new Associate Dean will play a pivotal role in advancing the vision of the Honors College by providing leadership and support in the areas of faculty development, curriculum development and assessment, and strategic planning. This position requires a dynamic and innovative leader who can foster a collaborative environment, promote academic excellence, and drive strategic initiatives. In alignment with East Texas A&M's new strategic plan, the ETAMU Honors College is committed to becoming a regional and national leader in student-ready honors education through high impact experiential learning that connects classroom knowledge to real-world contexts and that prepares students for the future of work, including the pursuit of graduate and professional studies. Since its founding in 2007, the Honors College has exemplified excellence in undergraduate education through recruiting academically talented, highly motivated students to a cohort-based academic program. In this next phase, the Honors College seeks to be distinguished as a vital force contributing to the academic success and career readiness of students from all backgrounds, including and especially non-traditional and underserved populations such as adult learners, transfer students, rural students, first-generation students, and those from low socioeconomic contexts. The Honors College is currently supported by four full-time staff including the Dean, Director of Honors Student Programs, Honors Coordinator of Academic Programs, and an Administrative Associate. In addition, the Honors College enjoys robust collaborations across the university, the support and engagement of a university-wide faculty/staff Honors Council, and the support of the President, Provost, and Deans. It is a great time to be an Honors Lion! Review of applications will begin immediately, with a priority deadline of March 31st. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Capacity Building for Curricular and Pedagogic Innovation: Design and implement teaching and learning initiatives to scale high impact experiential pedagogy in the Honors curriculum, to include launch of a faculty affiliate program. Collaborate to develop interdisciplinary Honors pathways and experiences in the colleges, online, and in co-curricular spaces. Champion emerging innovations in undergraduate research, career preparedness, community engaged learning, and ePortfolios. Assist with convening and supporting the Honors Council. Strategic Planning, Innovation and Relevance: Assist with aligning Honors College objectives to ETAMU's new strategic plan and with measuring progress. Assist with identifying, developing, and implementing innovative approaches that embody a student-ready approach to Honors education and that optimize staff/faculty, resources, and systems. Oversee assessment and reporting of student and program outcomes and with fostering a culture of continuous improvement, data-informed decision making, and innovation in academic excellence. Supervision: Assist with developing and growing a highly effective student-ready team, to include providing oversight, mentorship and guidance to Honors staff as needed. Supervisory responsibilities will evolve over time and adapt to the needs of the Honors College organization. Other duties as assigned MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Education: A terminal degree or the equivalent experience with an academic background and appropriate credentials to be tenured in one of the University's academic departments or schools Experience / Knowledge / Skills: A record of progressive academic leadership experience (3-5 years) and career success appropriate to the Associate Dean's role. Commitment to fostering a sense of belonging in all aspects of academic and community work. Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills. Knowledge of current trends and best practices in higher education, experiential learning, career preparedness, or assessment. Ability to: Ability to work collaboratively with university stakeholders and build strong partnerships. Licensing/Professional Certifications: Physical Requirements: Other Requirements: PREFERRED EDUCATION / SKILLS/ EXPERIENCE: Successful experience building or leading major initiatives. Strong understanding of human centered design and its application in an academic setting. Experience in grant writing and securing funding for academic programs and initiatives. SUPERVISION OF OTHERS: Supervisory responsibilities will evolve over time and adapt to the needs of the Honors College organization. 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/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.

Job TitleAssociate DeanAgencyEast Texas A&M UniversityDepartmentDean Grad Studies & ResearchProposed Minimum SalaryCommensurateJob LocationCommerce, TexasJob TypeStaffJob Description INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANT: During the application process the "My Experience " page has a section provided " Attachments (Resume/CV, References, Cover letter, etc.) " to upload required documents. Use the Upload button to add each document. You will be able to upload up to 5 documents. Be aware that the maximum size allowed for any one document is 5MB. All documents must be electronically submitted through the Texas A&M Online Employment Services website to be considered. Incomplete or improperly submitted applications may be excluded from consideration. Please provide the following documents: Cover Letter Resume/CV Three professional references with complete contact information (Unsolicited letters of recommendation will not be considered). Transcripts (Unofficial will be accepted with application. Official transcripts are required at time of verbal offer). If transcripts are from an international institution, it is the responsibility of the applicant to have the transcripts translated and evaluated by an approved credential evaluator. Please do not withdraw your application in an attempt to upload a missing document. If you need assistance with this or any other matter, please contact us at . SUMMARY: The Associate Dean is a core member of the Graduate School leadership team and assists in providing vision, direction and coordination for Graduate School academic programs, initiatives and policies. Represents the Graduate School in the absence of the Dean and assists the Dean with other duties as deemed necessary. Primary responsibilities include managing the Graduate School and the Office of Thesis and Dissertation Services. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Participates in the development and implementation of annual goals for Graduate School. Works with Graduate Dean on Graduate School budgetary process and decisions. Coordinates professional development opportunities for graduate students, faculty, and staff. Assists the dean in working with department heads and faculty in the building of quality graduate programs. Assists the dean in working with departments, colleges, and Graduate Council to facilitate curriculum change process. Oversees development of graduate catalog, graduate admissions, academic action, student requests and graduation checkout. Represents the Graduate School as requested / assigned by Graduate Dean. Assists the Dean with other duties as deemed necessary and performs other duties as required/assigned. Serves as Vice Chair of the Graduate Council. Chairs Doctoral Advisors Committee. Manages the Graduate School and the Office of Thesis and Dissertation Services. Oversees the reviews of graduate programs. Reviews the procedures and practices of the Graduate School and makes recommendations to the Dean. Oversees and expands graduate scholarships and fellowships. Serves as a liaison between the Graduate School and the Office of Institutional Effectiveness to develop data reports and customer service surveys. Serves as a liaison between the Graduate School and other offices that provide support to graduate students, faculty and staff. Facilitates the collection, analysis, and distribution of graduate data reports. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Education: Terminal degree from accredited institution of higher learning. Experience: Five years higher education experience. Research-based, scholarly, peer-reviewed publications, and experience in serving as the chair of theses and/or dissertations. Demonstrated teaching and service record in higher education. Demonstrated expertise in research protocol. Strong analytical and critical thinking skills. Ability to make presentations and represent the Graduate School in various media when called upon, outstanding communication, interpersonal, and consensus- building skills, and the ability to organize and direct work efforts. Ability to: Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others. Ability to effectively communicate with colleagues and students. Licensing/Professional Certifications: None Physical Requirements: None Other Requirements: Work beyond normal office hours and/or work on weekends. PREFERRED EDUCATION / SKILLS/ EXPERIENCE: Eight years higher education experience. Knowledge of graduate program culture in both a campus-based and online environment. Knowledge of University Procedures, Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board regulations, and SACSCOC criteria. Ability to manage competing priorities. SUPERVISION OF OTHERS: Administrative staff. 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/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.

Job TitleAssociate Director of Residence EducationAgencyEast Texas A&M UniversityDepartmentResidential Living And LearningProposed Minimum SalaryCommensurateJob LocationCommerce, TexasJob TypeStaffJob Description INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANT: During the application process the "My Experience " page has a section provided " Attachments (Resume/CV, References, Cover letter, etc.) " to upload required documents. Use the Upload button to add each document. You will be able to upload up to 5 documents. Be aware that the maximum size allowed for any one document is 5MB. All documents must be electronically submitted through the Texas A&M Online Employment Services website to be considered. Incomplete or improperly submitted applications may be excluded from consideration. Please provide the following documents: Cover Letter Resume/CV Three professional references with complete contact information (Unsolicited letters of recommendation will not be considered). Transcripts (Unofficial will be accepted with application. Official transcripts are required at time of verbal offer). If transcripts are from an international institution, it is the responsibility of the applicant to have the transcripts translated and evaluated by an approved credential evaluator. Please do not withdraw your application in an attempt to upload a missing document. If you need assistance with this or any other matter, please contact us at . SUMMARY: The Associate Director of Residence Education, reporting to the Director, is a key professional staff member responsible for leading the Residence Education functional area of Residential Living and Learning. As a member of the department's leadership team, this role is central to designing and implementing residential programs and initiatives that promote student engagement, personal growth, and academic success for students living on campus. The Associate Director supervises professional staff and drives strategic initiatives to deliver exceptional resident educational and co-curricular experiences. Core responsibilities include strategic community development through academic initiatives, staff training and development, crisis management, policy creation, and collaboration with campus partners to support student retention and well-being. This position requires excellent interpersonal skills, expertise in student development theory, and a strong commitment to fostering vibrant communities that support student learning and holistic development. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Leadership, Strategic Planning, & Assessment (30%) Develop and articulate a clear vision for the Residence Education functional area. Align goals and objectives with institutional and departmental priorities to support student success. Oversee the development of short- and long-term strategic initiatives that support an educational residential environment. Develop and maintain an outcomes-driven approach to enhance on-campus student experiences through assessment and engagement opportunities. Supervision & Development of Staff (20%) Facilitate regular one-on-one meetings and team meetings to support staff growth. Create and implement comprehensive training programs for professional and student staff. Provide guidance and mentorship to staff, fostering a collaborative and welcoming team culture. Develop opportunities for staff to engage in professional development and leadership experiences. Student Conduct & Crisis Response (20%) Serve in an on-call rotation to provide support during crises and emergencies within the residential communities. Develop and implement policies, procedures, and protocols to ensure resident safety and well-being. Oversee the Residential Living and Learning judicial process, ensuring that cases are processed in a timely manner. Collaborate with Student Rights and Responsibilities to ensure consistent application of policies and procedures related to student conduct. Program Development & Student Engagement (15%) Develop programs that foster a welcoming environment and support the developmental needs of all students. Collaborate with faculty, staff, and campus partners to integrate academic success initiatives into residential communities. Utilize assessment tools to evaluate the effectiveness of programs and adjust strategies based on data-driven insights. Foster a sense of belonging by creating opportunities for residents to connect, share experiences, and build community. Operations & Support (10%) Collaborate with the Assistant Director of Occupancy Management to ensure occupancy processes, including student billing, are accurately processed and communicated to students in a timely manner. Collaborate with the Assistant Director of Hall Operations to ensure facility operations and life-safety processes are understood, followed, and communicated with students and staff. Participate in the development and management of fiscal year budget processes. Act as a liaison to the University Police Department (UPD), promoting collaboration on safety initiatives, emergency preparedness, and crisis management within residential communities. Assist department leadership team in coordinating and supporting special events, including emergency response, extreme weather (snow, tornados, etc.), summer housing usage (i.e., Summer Housing, Camps & Conferences, VIP Housing), and seasonal events (move-in/ -out periods, turns). Departmental, Division, and Professional Commitments (5%) The position presents many opportunities to become involved on campus and pursue professional development and interests through committees and campus partnerships. Involvement in student affairs professional, regional, and/or national associations is also supported and encouraged. Assist with facilitating the Summer Housing and Camps and Conferences programs. Assist with other duties as assigned. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Education: Master's degree in student personnel, higher education, counseling, or a related area is required. Experience/Knowledge/Skills: Six (6) years of extensive experience in the following areas is required: staff development and supervision, administration of residence hall operations, facilitating/supervising student development programming initiatives, and demonstrated experience supervising full-time staff. Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills. Related experience with higher education software (Roompact, Maxient, StarRez, and Transact). Ability to: Multi-task and work well as part of a team. Licensing/Professional Certifications: Valid driver's license. Certified or must obtain certification to drive within 60 days of date hired. Physical Requirements: None Other Requirements: Occasional evening and weekend hours as needed. PREFERRED EDUCATION/ SKILLS/EXPERIENCE: Previous experience supervising staff, working with Living Learning Communities (LLCs), residential curriculum, crisis response, and residential software (i.e., StarRez, Transact, Maxient, and/or Roompact). SUPERVISION OF OTHERS: Directly supervises the Assistant Directors of Residence Education and the Coordinator of Student Support and Well-Being. 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/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.

Job Title Director of Philanthropy Operations Agency East Texas A&M University Department Vice President of Philanthropy & Engagement Proposed Minimum Salary Commensurate Job Location Commerce, Texas Job Type Staff Job Description INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANT: During the application process the "My Experience " page has a section provided " Attachments (Resume/CV, References, Cover letter, etc.) " to upload required documents. Use the Upload button to add each document. You will be able to upload up to 5 documents. Be aware that the maximum size allowed for any one document is 5MB. All documents must be electronically submitted through the Texas A&M Online Employment Services website to be considered. Incomplete or improperly submitted applications may be excluded from consideration. Please provide the following documents: Cover Letter Resume/CV Three professional references with complete contact information (Unsolicited letters of recommendation will not be considered). Transcripts (Unofficial will be accepted with application. Official transcripts are required at time of verbal offer). If transcripts are from an international institution, it is the responsibility of the applicant to have the transcripts translated and evaluated by an approved credential evaluator. Please do not withdraw your application in an attempt to upload a missing document. If you need assistance with this or any other matter, please contact us at . SUMMARY: The Director of Philanthropy Operations is responsible for the creation, management, and oversight of the integrated support system that enables our philanthropic front-line to effectively seek financial support for East Texas A&M University This oversight includes Philanthropy Operations, Research, Gift Accounting, and Prospect Strategy. The Director will serve as the primary liaison for gift and donor records, gift accounting, and implementing an institution-wide comprehensive donor relations and stewardship program. The Director will ensure accuracy and integrity of Raiser's Edge - our database which tracks contributions and contains alumni, donor, and prospect information. Key oversight includes but is not limited to data input and output, technology management, and end-user services and support, especially in support of the Philanthropy team and key initiatives for the University. In addition to managing current projects, the Director will inform future strategy through analysis and modeling. Other key responsibilities include: ensuring the development and implementation of policies related to the database; informing licenses and tools to optimize philanthropy operations; making sure that the database effectively captures alumni and donor information; and making sure there is accurate financial and analytical reports. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Strategic Keep abreast of industry trends and effectively utilize data to evaluate and interpret constituent needs and behaviors in order to recommend new tools, processes, services, and/or new methods to engage constituents. Develop and maintain a technology plan to ensure the Philanthropy & Engagement team has effective technological resources. Forecasting Analytics: Ensure the tracking of important key performance indicators related to donor engagement and team effectiveness Forecast return on investment for appeals and programs based on internal and external benchmarks. Prospect Development: Responsible for the processes that help identify, research, and analyze prospects for major gift cultivation and solicitation. Participate and consult directly with development officers and campus executives to identify and qualify major donor prospects who have the propensity and capacity to support key initiatives and campaigns for the University. Proactively plan and manage creative strategies to identify sources of major gifts ($25,000+) private support using creative research techniques and electronic searching methodologies to ensure that key fundraising initiatives have sufficient prospects to meet fundraising goals. Prospect Management: Oversee the process for identifying prospective donors and assist development directors in managing relationships by optimizing portfolios, supporting the moves management process, and helping ensure target prospects are moving through the pipeline in an effective and efficient manner. Tracks the progress of development officers and team by providing and enhancing dashboards to ensure fluid and active engagement of prospects. Gift Acceptance and Processing: Ensure gift acceptance and gift processing policies support the active solicitation of all approved gift types including appreciated securities, gifts of real and personal property, mineral rights, cash gifts, matching gifts, bequests and other planned gifts, and retirement plan designations. Actively champion the processes related to gift processing and coding to ensure gifts are processed and receipted in a timely manner. Oversee the creation and implementation of a campus-wide philanthropic naming opportunity catalog. Donor Relations: Create and drive donor stewardship programs, events, and oversee written materials to aid in the efforts to educate, cultivate, engage, and recognize donors at all levels. Oversee the implementation of processes that ensure donor's wishes are upheld for all philanthropic restricted funds. Business Process Improvement Effectively utilize Raiser's Edge functionality (example: reports / reminders ) to instill discipline and accountability in business processes (example: moves management). Develop new and improve current processes to manage data requests, with the goal of automation to improve work flow and responsiveness with internal stakeholders. Create a data integrity and management strategy to continually improve data quality and implement associated metrics. (Examples of improved data quality: 1) increase the number of verified e-mail and mailing addresses; 2) increase accurate employment information) Governance Develop and enforce policies and procedures to ensure the integrity of the Philanthropy & Engagement database. Develop and manage audit processes and exception reporting to ensure data integrity. Build collaborative relationships with Philanthropy & Engagement and other university data holders for strategic and effective uses of data. Manage authorization and data access controls to ensure data security. Ensure data complies with IRS regulations and CASE guidelines, as well as University and System policies. Functional Manage the University's users of Raiser's Edge Communicate/reinforce industry and institutional best practices Review and maintain processes and documentation Partner with stakeholders to solve problems efficiently through data and technology Provide regular training opportunities based on roles Serve as the subject matter expert regarding software tool functionality and tool integration. Utilize workflow management tools to streamline data management processes. At this time, serve as first point of contact for staff with questions and as the liaison to vendors and technology services for troubleshooting issues. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Education: Bachelor's Degree in an applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience / Knowledge / Skills: Six (6) years of related experience in data collection and analysis. Highly skilled in the use and manipulation of large data sets in Excel. Experience with current Microsoft applications. Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills. Strong customer service orientation and sense of teamwork. Possess both technical skills and business acumen. Ability to: Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others. Ability to organize and prioritize work, be proactive, take initiative, resolve problems, follow through, and simultaneously manage multiple priorities to ensure goals are met in a timely manner. Ability to effectively translate between end-user needs and database output. Ability to understand development and alumni officer's needs so as to accurately translate their requests into queries and reports. Ask questions. Licensing/Professional Certifications: None Physical Requirements: None Other Requirements: None PREFERRED EDUCATION / SKILLS/ EXPERIENCE: Degree in business analytics, computer science, and/or relevant certifications in analytics. Knowledge in the integration and development of applications. Experience in Prospect Research and Management. Experience with higher-education fundraising. Experience using Raiser's Edge, NXT, Banner and working with Web Focus reports. SUPERVISION OF OTHERS: As reflected above, the Director will oversee the Philanthropy Operations team. This team currently includes the Funds Manager for all philanthropic restricted funds including donor-funded scholarships, the Manager of Gift Processing, the Assistant Director of Stewardship, and two graduate assistants . click apply for full job details