Education Programs Administrator & Operations Lead

The Pennsylvania State University; State College (Centre County); Hybrid; USD 41,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

75% tuition discount

Hybrid work model

Job summary

The Pennsylvania State University is seeking an administrative professional to support the Associate Dean for Professional Graduate Programs and Executive Education, and to assist with the Smeal portfolio of graduate certificates and professional master’s programs.

The role involves managing daily office activities, coordinating complex calendars, travel, meetings, and supporting budgets, data analysis, and market research. It is a hybrid position with 3 days in office and 2 remote.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Strong organizational skills with ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to handle confidential information.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Manage Associate Dean's calendar and travel.
• Coordinate meetings for 18 master's programs and 16 graduate certificates.
• Support budgets, expenses, and market research.
• Prepare briefing materials and administrative reports.

Skills

Calendar management

Meeting coordination

Office operations

Data analysis

Microsoft Office

Education

Associate Degree

GED or HS

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

The Pennsylvania State University is seeking an administrative professional to support the Associate Dean for Professional Graduate Programs and Executive Education, and to assist with the Smeal portfolio of graduate certificates and professional master’s programs.

The role involves managing daily office activities, coordinating complex calendars, travel, meetings, and supporting budgets, data analysis, and market research. It is a hybrid position with 3 days in office and 2 remote.