Program Director P14, Graduate Programs

Job Title Program Director P14, Graduate Programs Agency Prairie View A&M University Department School of Public and Allied Health Proposed Minimum Salary Commensurate Job Location Prairie View, Texas Job Type Staff Job DescriptionImportant Immigration information:A Presidential proclamation issued on September 19, 2025, imposes a $100,000 fee on new H-1B petitions filed after September 21, 2025. Please be advised that Texas A&M University will NOT pay this fee. Therefore, if you need immigration sponsorship for your employment, we recommend that you consult with your private immigration counsel at your own expense to ascertain whether your current immigration status would make a potential offer of employment from Texas A&M University subject to this fee.In addition, on January 27, 2026, Texas Governor Abbot issued a moratorium on the filing of any new H-1B unless approved by the Texas Workforce Commission. Accordingly , if you will now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status this moratorium may affect our ability to employ you should you be selected as the final candidate . _______________________________________________________________________________ The Program Director for Graduate Programs provides strategic leadership, coordination, oversight, and administration of all master's degree programs within the Division of Health, the Division of Public Health, and the Division of Kinesiology and Physical Education. Reporting directly to the Dean, the Program Director is responsible for ensuring the effective operation, growth, quality, compliance, assessment, recruitment, retention, and continuous improvement of graduate education across the School. The Program Director serves as the primary administrative leader for graduate programs and works collaboratively with division directors, faculty, academic advisors, university departments, and external stakeholders to advance student success, accreditation readiness, enrollment growth, program effectiveness, and strategic institutional priorities. The salary is determined in accordance with the University's compensation structure and will be commensurate with the candidates' education and experience, within the assigned salary range for this position. Responsibilities Graduate Program Leadership and Administration Provide centralized leadership and oversight for all master's degree programs within the School. Coordinate and monitor graduate program operations, policies, procedures, and academic standards. Develop and implement initiatives that promote program growth, quality improvement, and student success. Serve as the primary liaison between graduate students, faculty, divisions, and university administrative units. Monitor program effectiveness and recommend improvements to enhance graduate education outcomes. Assist in the development and implementation of new graduate programs, concentrations, and certificates. Recruitment, Enrollment, and Student Success Develop and implement graduate student recruitment, marketing, and enrollment strategies. Coordinate outreach activities with academic divisions and university enrollment management offices. Monitor graduate student progression, retention, graduation rates, and degree completion timelines. Identify and implement strategies to improve student persistence and academic success. Assist prospective and current students with navigating graduate program requirements. Academic Program Coordination and Compliance Coordinate graduate admissions, degree plans, degree audits, and graduation clearance processes. Ensure compliance with university policies, Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board requirements, Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) standards, and applicable accrediting agencies. Maintain graduate program records, reports, and documentation. Monitor curriculum implementation and assist with program reviews and assessment activities. Support accreditation preparation, reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives. Assessment, Strategic Planning, and Reporting Collect, analyze, and report data related to enrollment, retention, graduation, student outcomes, and program performance. Prepare reports and recommendations for the Dean, School leadership, and university administrators. Participate in strategic planning initiatives that support graduate education and institutional priorities. Assist with developing goals, performance measures, and outcome assessments for graduate programs. Faculty and Stakeholder Collaboration Collaborate with division directors, faculty, program coordinators, advisors, and administrative staff to ensure effective program delivery. Coordinate graduate program meetings, workshops, orientations, and professional development activities. Foster partnerships with community organizations, healthcare agencies, governmental entities, and professional organizations to support graduate education #J-18808-Ljbffr tamus