Academic Program Coordinator

Penn State University; University Park (TX); Hybrid; USD 37,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

75% tuition discount

Benefits package

Job summary

Penn State University in University Park, PA, seeks an Academic Program Coordinator - Support in the Undergraduate Program Office. The role supports student registrations, course logistics, evaluations, room reservations, and supplies, with back-up duties across staff.

This position offers a flexible hybrid schedule combining remote and on‑campus work; some on-campus presence is required. GED/HS required; no prior experience necessary.

Qualifications

• GED or HS diploma required.
• No prior relevant work experience required.
• Certifications: None

Responsibilities

• Assist with student registrations (LionPATH) and course logistics.
• Assist with exams, scheduling conflict exams, proctor assignments, textbook orders, and collecting syllabi.
• Assist with course evaluations and room reservations (CollegeNet/25Live).
• Make supply purchases (PSUbuy) and reconcile p-cards (SAP Concur).
• Greet department visitors and students; answer phones and emails.
• Serve as back-up to other academic program staff in Undergraduate Program Office.

Skills

Administrative support

Customer service

Education

GED or HS diploma

Job description

POSITION SPECIFICS

The Pennsylvania State University Department of Chemistry is seeking to fill an Academic Program Coordinator - Suppor tin its Undergraduate Program Office.

Duties include the following:

• Assist with student registrations (LionPATH);
• Provide course assistance, to include: assisting with exams, scheduling conflict exams and proctor assignments; submitting textbook orders; and collecting syllabi;
• Assist with course evaluations;
• Assist faculty with room reservations (CollegeNet/25Live);
• Make supply purchases (PSUbuy) for the department and reconcile p-cards (SAP Concur);
• Greet department visitors and students;

Answer and direct phone calls and e-mails

This position will serve as a back-up to other academic program staff in the Undergraduate Program Office.

This position offers a flexible work arrangement that combines remote and on-campus work. Questions related to flexible work should bedirected to the hiring manager during the interview process. Some portion of work will be required to be performed on campus.

MINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS

General Equivalency Diploma (GED) or High School (HS)No prior relevant work experience requiredRequired 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

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.

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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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