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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Penn State Conferences and Institutes, a department within Outreach, is seeking to hire an Education Program Coordinator to provide support and assistance in the development and delivery of a variety of credit and noncredit educational programs geared toward youth, Penn State students, and adults. Program Coordinators work collaboratively with Program Managers and faculty/chairpersons throughout the planning and delivery of a diverse range of programs with each program having its own unique objectives and needs. While working as part of a team, Program Coordinators oversee a portfolio of 20-25 programs annually.

This is a hybrid position that combines remote and on-campus work. Questions related to hybrid work arrangement should be directed to the hiring manager during the interview process.

Education and Experience:

This position requires a high school diploma or higher plus 2 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

The ideal candidate will have demonstrated skills in project or program coordination. The ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, excellent communication skills, problem-solving skills, attention to detail, teamwork, and organization are critical to the Program Coordinator’s success. We value candidates who are forward-thinking, open-minded, and flexible, who have the dedication to learn a variety of new programs, procedures, and systems. Experience with LionPATH, FileMaker, 25Live, SIMBA, and Destiny is desired but not required. This position requires a flexible schedule during conference delivery and will include occasional weekend and evening work.

Conferences & Institutes takes pride in providing a positive, supportive, team-oriented, and flexible work culture (including work-from-home privileges), in which employees have a voice and are valued. The successful candidate must be able to work independently as well as collaboratively with other Program Coordinators and Program Managers in our office. Consider applying to join our growing team in Conferences & Institutes.

Additional Information: To be considered for the position, candidates must submit both a resume and cover letter