Education Program Coordinator - Hybrid Admin & Research Lead

Penn State University; University Park (TX); Hybrid; USD 41,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

75% tuition discount

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

Penn State University Office of Professional Graduate Programs, Smeal College of Business, seeks an Administrative Professional to support the Associate Dean for Professional Graduate Programs and Executive Education. Responsibilities include managing daily office operations, calendars, travel, and coordinating complex scheduling across 18 master’s programs and 16 certificates.

The role requires an Associate Degree or GED/HS plus 4+ years of relevant experience; hybrid work is expected with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred? (Actual requirement: Associate Degree or GED/HS depending on role).
• 4+ years of relevant experience; or 2+ years with GED/HS (for Education Program Coordinator roles).
• Excellent written and verbal communication; strong organization and customer service skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; familiarity with AI-enabled workplace tools is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage Associate Dean's calendar, travel, and other assigned responsibilities.
• Coordinate meetings, front office operations, and office budget/expenses.
• Support Professional Graduate Programs (18 master’s + 16 certificates) and Executive Education.
• Prepare briefing materials, liaison with internal/external units, and assist with surveys.

Job description

Penn State University Office of Professional Graduate Programs, Smeal College of Business, seeks an Administrative Professional to support the Associate Dean for Professional Graduate Programs and Executive Education. Responsibilities include managing daily office operations, calendars, travel, and coordinating complex scheduling across 18 master’s programs and 16 certificates.

The role requires an Associate Degree or GED/HS plus 4+ years of relevant experience; hybrid work is expected with