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The Pennsylvania State University is hiring an Undergraduate Academic Program Coordinator for the Department of Human Development and Family Studies in the College of Health and Human Development. The role involves supporting undergraduate academic programs by managing student awarding, communications, course scheduling, and program data while collaborating on program assessment, event coordination, and career-oriented student resources.

Highlights

Support operations including student awarding, communications, course substitutions, and maintaining program records/data.
Collaborate with faculty and leadership to gather and analyze student and alumni feedback for program assessment.
Coordinate departmental events such as recruitment activities, co-curricular programming, and recognition celebrations.
Implement and support career-oriented resources including internships, externships, research, service-learning, and travel-integrated programs.
Assist with strategic planning and special projects alongside program leaders and faculty.
Develop and maintain relationships with community organizations, alumni, and partner programs.
Provide support to department staff manager for key department operations.
Requires proficiency in Excel, Word, and Outlook; experience with Lionpath, eSteward, Starfish, Qualtrics, 25Live, and Canvas preferred.
Minimum education: GED or High School diploma; no prior experience required but relevant experience is accepted.
Salary range $36,888 to $53,532 with comprehensive benefits including tuition discounts, medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans.

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APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click "Apply" and complete the application process for external applicants.

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

The Department of Human Development and Family Studies (HDFS) in the College of Health and Human Development is seeking an Academic Program Coordinator. The successful candidate for this position will be part of a collaborative team working to support the department's academic programs, with primary emphasis on supporting undergraduate programming. We seek to expand our team with an energetic program coordinator who will…

Support essential program operations related to student awarding, communications, course substitutions, course scheduling, maintaining program records/data, etc.
Collaborate with faculty and leadership to gather and evaluate student and alumni feedback and prepare reports to inform program assessment and direction.
Collaborate with faculty, staff, and campus partners to plan and coordinate departmental events, including recruitment activities (e.g., summer programs, prospective student visits, and open houses), co-curricular programming (e.g., resource fairs and career development events), and recognition celebrations (e.g., graduation and award receptions).
Collaborate with HDFS faculty and staff to implement and support career-oriented student resources and engaged-learning opportunities, including internships, externships, research experiences, service-learning initiatives, and travel-integrated educational programs.
Collaborate with undergraduate program leaders and faculty on strategic planning and special projects.
Assist in developing and maintaining relationships with key partners, including community organizations that host interns and employ HDFS majors, alumni, post-baccalaureate programs, and affiliated partner programs

In addition, the individual in this role will provide wrap around support by collaborating with department staff manager to support key department operations.

QUALIFICATIONS

The ideal candidate will work effectively and independently on complex projects while also being comfortable, competent, and experienced working directly with students and faculty/staff collaborators.

Specific competencies critical to success include:

Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
A collaborative, team-oriented approach
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
Ability to build and maintain strong professional relationships

Proficiency with Excel, Word and Outlook is required. Experience with Lionpath, eSteward, Starfish, Qualtrics, 25Live, and Canvas is preferred. Training opportunities are available.

Preferred background/experience in or related to student/academic services.

Additional preferred experience includes:

Academic program coordination or student services support in a higher education setting
Event planning and coordination (e.g., student programs, recruitment events, or recognition events)
Data management, reporting, or program assessment in an academic or student services environment

MINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONSGeneral Equivalency Diploma (GED) or High School (HS)No prior relevant work experience required; previous relevant work experience accepted in lieu of

education.Required Certifications:None

Our department is the proud home of a dynamic and collaborative team of faculty, staff, and students who together, through shared work, strive to understand and improve the health and well-being of individuals, families, and communities across diverse social, cultural, and environmental contexts. We value all members of our team (faculty, staff, and students) as integral contributors to our shared mission.

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 $36,888.00 - $53,532.00.

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.

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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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APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click "Apply" and complete the application process for external applicants.

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

Support essential program operations related to student awarding, communications, course substitutions, course scheduling, maintaining program records/data, etc.
Collaborate with faculty and leadership to gather and evaluate student and alumni feedback and prepare reports to inform program assessment and direction.
Collaborate with faculty, staff, and campus partners to plan and coordinate departmental events, including recruitment activities (e.g., summer programs, prospective student visits, and open houses), co-curricular programming (e.g., resource fairs and career development events), and recognition celebrations (e.g., graduation and award receptions).
Collaborate with HDFS faculty and staff to implement and support career-oriented student resources and engaged-learning opportunities, including internships, externships, research experiences, service-learning initiatives, and travel-integrated educational programs.
Collaborate with undergraduate program leaders and faculty on strategic planning and special projects.
Assist in developing and maintaining relationships with key partners, including community organizations that host interns and employ HDFS majors, alumni, post-baccalaureate programs, and affiliated partner programs

In addition, the individual in this role will provide wrap around support by collaborating with department staff manager to support key department operations.

QUALIFICATIONS

Specific competencies critical to success include:

Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
A collaborative, team-oriented approach
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
Ability to build and maintain strong professional relationships

Proficiency with Excel, Word and Outlook is required. Experience with Lionpath, eSteward, Starfish, Qualtrics, 25Live, and Canvas is preferred. Training opportunities are available.

Preferred background/experience in or related to student/academic services.

Additional preferred experience includes:

Academic program coordination or student services support in a higher education setting
Event planning and coordination (e.g., student programs, recruitment events, or recognition events)
Data management, reporting, or program assessment in an academic or student services environment

education.Required 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 $36,888.00 - $53,532.00.

Salary Structure - Information on Penn State's salary structure

CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS

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