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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

The Office of Science Outreach is seeking a part-time Program Support Assistant to assist with materials and preparations for our annual Haunted-U event. This position will support the planning and execution of event-related materials, including creating visual assets for use in print and digital platforms, updating existing materials to align with event themes, and preparing content for participant engagement.

Responsibilities include:

• Assisting with the creation and refinement of materials for event promotion and on-site use (e.g., signage, flyers, digital displays).

• Adapting existing templates and resources to reflect current event information.

• Collaborating with staff to ensure materials are accurate, engaging, and ready for use by the event date.

• Supporting general event preparation tasks as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Attention to detail and ability to follow brand or style guidelines.

• Experience using common creative tools (e.g., Canva, Adobe, or similar platforms) preferred.

• Strong communication and time management skills.

• Interest in informal science events and outreach is a plus.

This is a temporary position anticipated to run through the Haunted-U event period. Hours are flexible and will vary based on project needs.

 

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

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

 

 

 

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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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