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The Pennsylvania State University is hiring a Director of Cooperative Education and Career Services. The role involves leading and managing the Penn State Schuylkill Cooperative Education Program, coordinating with multiple university departments and external partners, teaching career development courses, and managing the unit's budget and programming.

Highlights

Lead and administrate the Penn State Schuylkill Cooperative Education Program.
Serve as a central contact for employers, faculty, staff, and students for co-op and internship opportunities.
Recruit employers, assist with job postings, and facilitate student recruitment for co-op positions.
Maintain healthy employer relationships and ensure productive internship/co-op student experiences.
Align Co-op programs with Penn State Schuylkill goals and national career development/education standards.
Collaborate closely with Penn State Career Services staff at University Park and regional offices.
Teach sections of career development courses or incorporate career content into designated courses.
Manage unit budget including staff, supplies, and programming.
Requires a Bachelor's Degree with 1+ years of relevant experience (Intermediate Professional) or 3+ years (Advanced Professional); no certifications required.
Salary range: $46,400 to $74,000; offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, retirement plans, paid time off, and a 75% tuition discount for employees and eligible dependents.

Director of Cooperative Education and Career Services Full Description

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Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.

POSITION SPECIFICS

Penn State Schuylkill is seeking a Director of Cooperative Education and Career Services to join our team. Reporting to the chancellor, the Director of Cooperative Education and Career Services is responsible for the leadership, administration, and management of the Penn State Schuylkill Cooperative Education Program. This position works closely with other departments in the Career Development Center, university-wide Career Services, employers, faculty, and staff to coordinate efforts and strengthen relationships. This position is also responsible for teaching career development courses and managing the unit budget, including staff, supplies, and programming.

The successful candidate will

Represent Penn State Schuylkill Co-op and the Career Development Center to multiple external constituents such as employers, chambers of commerce and professional employer associations, and elected officials and government agencies.
Serve as a central point of contact for employers, faculty, staff, and students regarding Penn State Schuylkill Co-op and internship and co-op opportunities.
Recruiting employers and assisting them with posting opportunities and recruiting students;
ensuring healthy relationships with employers and productive student experiences during internship and co-op experiences and intervening as necessary.
Ensuring Penn State Schuylkill Co-op programs, services, resources, and events are in close alignment with the goals of Penn State Schuylkill—as well as national career development and cooperative education standards.
Work closely with Penn State Career Services personnel at University Park and regionally to coordinate efforts and strengthen relationships.
Teach sections of career development courses or career development content within designated courses.
Manage unit budget, including staff, supplies, and programming.

MINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONSIf filled as Career Services Specialist - Intermediate Professional, this position

requires:Bachelor's Degree1+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience acceptedRequired Certifications:NoneIf filled as Career Services Specialist - Advanced Professional, this position requires:Bachelor's Degree3+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience acceptedRequired Certifications:None

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.

SALARY & BENEFITS
The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $46,400.00 - $74,000.00.

Salary Structure - Information on Penn State's salary structure

Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children. For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page.

CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.

EEO IS THE LAW

Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.Penn State is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university's teaching, research, and service mission.

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