Optometry Program Director — Partnerships & Impact

University of Houston; Houston (TX); Presencial; USD 85.000 - 140.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The University of Houston seeks a senior administrator to direct the Dean of Optometry program, set short- and long-term goals, and oversee daily operations. You will plan strategies, monitor budgets, and manage staff to advance the unit’s mission.

You will cultivate external partnerships, develop revenue opportunities, coordinate grants, and travel locally, statewide and nationally as needed while ensuring compliance and reporting.

Formación

• Education requires a 4-year degree from a college or university.
• Experience: minimum of three years of directly job-related experience.
• Strong budget management and grant oversight skills.
• Excellent organizational and project management abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt methods as needed.

Responsabilidades

• Directs and oversees the daily activities of staff members.
• Plans, develops and administers methods, strategies and procedures for meeting program objectives; directs and oversees daily activities of staff.
• Prepares and monitors the annual budget and ensures expenditures are within budget allocation.
• Directs and coordinates activities to carry out program objectives.
• Reviews reports and records to monitor progress toward objectives and adjust as needed.
• Analyzes trends and stays informed on program information and changes.
• Creates and maintains policies and procedures for program administration.
• Manages and administers grants, including meetings, scholarships and operations.
• May participate in grant proposals to state, federal agencies, or private sponsors.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
• Develops external partnerships and strategic events to support the College of Optometry’s mission and priorities.

Conocimientos

Strategic planning

Budget management

Staff leadership

Communication & liaison

Travel readiness

Educación

4-year degree or higher

University setting experience preferred

Descripción del empleo

The University of Houston seeks a senior administrator to direct the Dean of Optometry program, set short- and long-term goals, and oversee daily operations. You will plan strategies, monitor budgets, and manage staff to advance the unit’s mission.

You will cultivate external partnerships, develop revenue opportunities, coordinate grants, and travel locally, statewide and nationally as needed while ensuring compliance and reporting.