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Pennsylvania State University

Education Program Coordinator

🇺🇸 Remote - University Park, PA 🕑 Full-Time 💰 $41K - $65K 💻 Other 🗓️ July 9th, 2026

Edtech.com's Summary

The Pennsylvania State University is hiring an Education Program Coordinator. This role involves supporting the identification, development, and execution of educational programs focused on community engagement and outreach for external audiences, including managing program logistics such as materials, registration, budgeting, staffing, marketing, data analysis, and planning.

Highlights
  • Facilitate administration of educational programs to ensure quality and effectiveness
  • Process registrations and streamline program workflows
  • Coordinate budget preparation, monitoring, data analysis, and payments
  • Manage recruitment and hiring of instructors and presenters
  • Develop and implement marketing strategies; oversee creation and distribution of promotional materials
  • Design layouts and formats for project documents, web content, and related materials
  • Recommend policy and program changes based on feedback and data
  • Contribute innovative ideas for program quality improvement
  • Assist in setting operational goals, objectives, and standards
  • Represent the unit in meetings with internal and external stakeholders
  • Requires Associate Degree with 4+ years experience or GED/High School with 2+ years experience depending on support level
  • No certifications required
  • Salary range: $40,608 to $64,668
  • Penn State offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, retirement plans, paid time off, and a 75% tuition discount for employees and eligible family members
  • Employment contingent on successful background checks; U.S. work authorization required

Education Program Coordinator Full Description

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:


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. This position is funded for 1 year(s); continuation past 1 year(s) will be based on university need, performance, and/or availability of funding.
 
POSITION SPECIFICS
The Justice and Safety Institute within Penn State Outreach is seeking to fill the position of an Education Program Coordinator. The Education Program Coordinator provides support and assistance in the identification, development, and delivery of educational programs or initiatives; implements and evaluates program logistics related to materials, registration, record-keeping, staffing, marketing, data collection and analysis, long-range planning, and budget management. Positions within this profile are focused on community engagement and outreach directed towards external audiences (i.e., Continuing Education).

Responsibilities:
  • Facilitate the administration of an educational program to ensure program quality and effectiveness
  • Process course/program registrations; identify and recommend efficient workflows
  • Coordinate budget preparation, monitor budgets, analyze data, and initiate payments
  • Coordinate the recruitment and hiring of instructors/presenters
  • Participate in the development of marketing strategies to promote programs; oversee the creation and distribution of marketing materials, advertising, etc.
  • Design layout and format of project-related documents, web content, and materials
  • Make recommendations on changes/additions to both policies and portfolio of offerings based on customer feedback, evaluations, historical data, and systems capabilities
  • Recommend innovative plans for design or quality improvement of unit programs/procedures
  • Assist in developing operational goals, objectives, and standards for unit, programs, projects, etc.
  • Represent unit at internal and external meetings with stakeholders
 
MINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONSIf filled as Education Program Coordinator - Senior Support, this position 
requires:Associate Degree4+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience acceptedRequired Certifications:NoneIf filled as Education Program Coordinator - Intermediate Support, this position requires:General Equivalency Diploma (GED) or High School (HS)2+ 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 $40,608.00 - $64,668.00.
 
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.