Graduate Programs Coordinator — English (Hybrid)

The Pennsylvania State University

State College (Centre County)

On-site

USD 41,000 - 65,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

75% tuition discount

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

The Pennsylvania State University is seeking an Academic Program Coordinator in the College of the Liberal Arts to provide key administrative support for graduate programs in the Department of English. You will be the primary contact for inquiries and play a vital role from recruitment through graduation.

The role includes budget tracking, data reporting, website maintenance, and coordinating recruitment and scholarships.

Qualifications

Associate degree or higher with 4+ years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combo.
GED or HS with 2+ years of relevant experience, education-in-lieu accepted.

Responsibilities

Serve as primary department contact for program inquiries and assist students and instructors.
Respond to inquiries from prospective students.
Monitor program budget, track assistantships/fellowships, and generate financial reports.
Create and maintain databases; compile data and prepare reports on enrollment and accreditation.
Provide support to department directors; update and maintain graduate program website.
Coordinate student recruitment and retention activities (Zoom meetings, travel reimbursements).
Coordinate scholarship and fellowship data and monitor graduate program expenses.
Assist onboarding of new graduate students and enter grants/fellowships into the system.
Review graduation requirements and process exam requests with Graduate School.