Educational Operations Director (College of Medicine)

University of Houston - Houston, TX

Full-time - Mid Level

Houston, TX

Educational Services

About the position

The Educational Operations Director for the College of Medicine plays a pivotal role in advancing medical education by overseeing administrative processes and supporting the Sr Associate Dean. This position is responsible for leading various programs that enhance the educational journey of students, from recruitment to graduation, ensuring that the college prepares future physicians for contemporary challenges.

Responsibilities

• Directs and evaluates educational operations within the College of Medicine in collaboration with the Sr Associate Dean for Education.
• Assists unit leaders in staffing strategies, including planning, recruitment, development, and retention in areas like admissions and curriculum.
• Ensures consistent application of policies and procedures, suggesting improvements to enhance educational operations.
• Advises faculty, staff, and students on initiatives and programs aligned with the college's mission.
• Directs and reports on education budgets, anticipating needs and identifying funding opportunities.
• Implements regular evaluations to assess the effectiveness of educational operations.
• Interprets and manages education-related data with relevant offices, preparing performance reports for programs and units.
• Supports accreditation and program evaluation efforts for the College of Medicine.
• Plans and leads meetings for faculty and staff in collaboration with the Sr Associate Dean for Education.
• Directs and oversees scheduling and logistics for the Sr Associate Dean, including calendaring, messaging, and internal and external communications.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and 7 years of experience in a related field.
• Thorough understanding of both theoretical and practical aspects of an analytical, technical or professional discipline.
• Preferred: Master's Degree.
• Minimum of seven (7) years of directly job-related experience.
• Preferred: At least five years of leadership level experience in Medical Education.

Benefits

• Regular employment status with benefits.