Education Program Specialist - Part Time

Penn State University; Dippel Manor (PA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Penn State University is seeking an Education Program Specialist to lead development, coordination, and evaluation of multilingual student programs across the northeast region, with an emphasis on securing grant funding to support campus initiatives including the Northeast Regional Academy.

The role requires collaboration with admissions, academic departments, student support services, school districts, and community partners.

Qualifications

• Experience coordinating educational programs across multiple partners.
• Ability to develop and implement program assessments.
• Experience with grant research, writing, and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead development, coordination, and evaluation of multilingual programs.
• Identify funding opportunities and manage grant proposals and reporting.
• Establish tracking systems for participation and outcomes; report progress.

Skills

Program coordination

Grant writing

Data analysis

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Reporting to the Regional Chancellor, the Education Program Specialist will lead the development, coordination, and evaluation of multilingual student programs across the Penn State northeast region and will work to secure grant funding to support campus program, including the Penn State Northeast Regional Academy.

Responsibilities will include:

• Multilingual Student Success: Work with University offices and school partners to identify student language and academic support needs, using district English language proficiency data where available; connect students with appropriate resources; and develop strategies that support multilingual students' transition to and success in college.
• Grant Development and Funding: Identify funding opportunities; research, write, and submit grant proposals; and manage grant administration and reporting to sustain and expand regional initiatives.
• Program Assessment: Establish systems for tracking participation, enrollment pathways, and student outcomes; and prepare progress reports to guide program development and future funding.

The position will collaborate with admissions, academic departments, student support services, school districts, and community partners to align existing efforts and strengthen the regional student pathway.

This position will work up to 24 hours per week through June 30, 2027.

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

This position requires the following clearances in addition to applicable background checks: PA State Police Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form, and Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check.

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 .

EEO IS THE LAW

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.