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Position Summary:

Develops, plans and manages all activities for the Executive Director of the Fetal Institute. Functions as a Senior Executive Administrator managing calendar, travel, priorities, communication and problem solving.

Position Key Accountabilities:

1. Oversees all aspects of the program activities. Sets deadlines, assigns responsibilities, and monitors project progress. Develops, implements, and manages policies and procedures. 

2. May manage/maintain annual budget, negotiate service contracts, report on progress and/or authorize expenditures.

3. Informs upper management of key activities and makes periodic progress reports.

4. Works closely with internal departments regarding strategy and collaborative opportunities.

5. May assist in the preparation of progress reports and grant proposals to both private foundations and governmental agencies.

6. Interacts with representatives from state, federal, and private agencies regarding proposals and funded projects.

7. Working in conjunction with Public Affairs, may create and edit various communications materials for the department/program, which may include printed materials, web site content and/or department newsletters.

8. Communicates with community and professionals to share objectives and outcomes. Prepares/makes oral presentations at professional meetings.

9. May manage Human Resources activities for direct report in regards to: recruiting and selection, hiring and terminating, training and development, performance evaluations, and salary planning.

10. Other duties as assigned.

Certification/Skills:

May require program-specific certifications.

Minimum Education:

Bachelor’s degree or relevant work experience in lieu of education.

Minimum Experience:

Five (5) years of applicable experience.

Physical Requirements:

Exerts up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds frequently and/or a negligible amount constantly to move objects.

Security Sensitive:

This job class may contain positions that are security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code § 51.215

Residency Requirement:

Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas.