Student Engagement & Leadership Programs Lead

Penn State University; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

75% tuition discount

Competitive benefits package

Paid time off including holidays

Job summary

Penn State University’s School of Public Policy seeks a Student Engagement Specialist to lead student engagement initiatives, support student success, and coordinate events that build community and career readiness for undergrad and graduate students.

The role involves travel to local and regional government offices, alumni partnerships, and collaboration with multiple university units to enhance experiential learning and leadership development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher and 1+ years of relevant experience.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and independently.

Responsibilities

• Develop and facilitate the School’s Harrisburg and Washington, D.C., career exploration trips.
• Develop and facilitate Next Gen Leadership Academy programming.
• Provide support for the School’s Local Government Initiative.
• Build and maintain relationships with external stakeholders, alumni, and friends of the School.
• Develop and facilitate the School’s fall and spring policy simulation events.
• Participate in SPP leadership meetings, committee meetings, and faculty meetings.
• Attend SPP student and public engagement events.
• Participate in Board of Visitors meetings to discuss student engagement efforts and support strategies to cultivate alumni partnerships.
• Participate in college and university meetings.
• Identify opportunities for the School to strengthen its campus leadership in public service career pathways and education.
• Serve as liaison to university partners such as the Liberal Arts Career Enrichment Network and Employer Engagement Specialist.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organization

Problem solving

Microsoft Office 365

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

Job description

Penn State University’s School of Public Policy seeks a Student Engagement Specialist to lead student engagement initiatives, support student success, and coordinate events that build community and career readiness for undergrad and graduate students.

The role involves travel to local and regional government offices, alumni partnerships, and collaboration with multiple university units to enhance experiential learning and leadership development.