Part-Time Student Affairs Generalist (Flexible Projects)

Penn State University; University Park (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Penn State University is seeking a part-time Student Affairs Generalist to support divisional initiatives and flexible, cross-functional projects across the Student Affairs division. The role provides varied duties, from event coordination to handling student inquiries and maintaining case records, with approximately 20 hours per week.

It reports to senior leadership and adapts to divisional priorities in a dynamic campus environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field preferred; equivalent education/experience considered.
• 1+ years in higher education or student services.
• Experience with data entry and reporting.
• Ability to handle confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning, coordination, and implementation of programs and events
• Support outreach related to early-alert interventions, referrals, and non-crisis inquiries
• Assist with documentation, scheduling, and case-file organization for student conduct or advocacy
• Help plan and staff campus programming, tabling events, or awareness campaigns
• Assist with data entry, tracking, and basic reporting to support retention and student success
• Take on other short-term or seasonal projects as assigned

Skills

Organization & time mgmt

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication across diverse teams

Event/program coordination

Records management

Discretion with sensitive information

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Job description

Penn State University is seeking a part-time Student Affairs Generalist to support divisional initiatives and flexible, cross-functional projects across the Student Affairs division. The role provides varied duties, from event coordination to handling student inquiries and maintaining case records, with approximately 20 hours per week.

It reports to senior leadership and adapts to divisional priorities in a dynamic campus environment.