Chief Executive Officer, Bush Foundation

Company:  Texas A&M University
Location: College Station
Closing Date: 07/11/2024
Salary: £150 - £200 Per Annum
Hours: Full Time
Type: Permanent
Job Requirements / Description

Job Title

Chief Executive Officer, Bush Foundation

Agency

Texas A&M University

Department

Vice President For Finance & Cfo

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

A Glimpse of the Job:

The Chief Executive Officer, George & Barbara Bush Foundation manages the operations of the Foundation and raises funds to maintain the Foundation’s endowment and to cover operational expenses. Provides strategic planning for the George & Barbara Bush Foundation and executes planned educational, cultural and policy activities consistent with the mission of the Foundation and the Bush Presidential Center at Texas A&M. Maintains community outreach to keep the George & Barbara Bush Foundation an integral part of the Bryan/College Station area. Provides financial and operational support, as directed by the Foundation’s Board of Directors, to the George Bush School of Government & Public Service and the George H.W. Bush Presidential Library & Museum. Manages the relationship with Texas A&M University under the various agreements between the University and the Foundation. Executes such other tasks as may be directed by the Foundation’s board.

What you need to know

Salary: Compensation will be commensurate to selected hire’s experience.

Special Instructions: A cover letter and resume are strongly recommended. You may upload these in the CV/Resume section.

Required Education and Experience:

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.

  • Ten years of combined experience in direction and management of a foundation or private sector organization, or in a senior level position in the military or government service.

  • Five or more years’ combined experience in financial management, fundraising, community outreach, and development of educational, cultural, and policy-oriented programs.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.

  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.

  • Ability to creatively design and implement new programs.

  • Demonstrated leadership ability.

  • Ability to work effectively under pressure.

  • Ability to accomplish objectives through the development and utilization of human resources.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Twelve years of combined experience in direction and management of a foundation or private sector organization.

  • Ten years of senior level experience in the military or government service.

  • Experience with fundraising and donor relations.

  • Experience with managing educational or public policy programs

Essential Duties/Tasks

  • George & Barbara Bush Foundation Fundraising - Raises funds to maintain the George & Barbara Bush Foundation endowment and operational expenses. Maintains close contacts and works directly with Texas A&M leadership and officials to maintain the Bush Foundation and its programs.

  • Strategic Planning - Provides strategic planning for the various components of the George & Barbara Bush Foundation and executes planned activities under direction of the Foundation’s board. Creates and maintains various educational, cultural, and policy-oriented programs through the Bush Foundation.

  • Community Outreach - Maintains community outreach to keep the George & Barbara Bush Foundation an integral part of Bryan/College Station.

  • Financial & Operational Support - Provides financial and operational support, as directed by the Foundation’s Board of Directors, to the George Bush School of Government & Public Service, and the Presidential Library & Museum.

Other Requirements and Factors:

  • Must be able to work outside of normal business hours.

  • Must work weekends and holidays as required.

  • Must be able to travel within and outside of the State of Texas on a regular basis.

  • Must be able to move or live in Bryan/College Station, TX.

Why Texas A&M University?

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.

We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration. Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you. Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.

  • Health , dental , vision , life and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums

  • 12-15 days of annual paid holidays

  • Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month

  • Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas

  • Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time

  • Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more

  • Employee Tuition Assistance and Educational Release time for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee

Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online application.

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.

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