Academic Program Coordinator Jobs

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

The Department of Health Policy and Administration (HPA) in the College of Health and Human Development at Penn State, seeks a candidate for an Academic Program Coordinator. The role requires attention to detail, focus, and the ability to multitask.

The successful candidate will:

• Provide support for and execute other department administrative tasks as assigned.
• Manage student inquiries and help resolve student issues as they arise.
• Respond to moderately complex graduate issues or questions regarding the graduate programs and University, College, and Department policies and procedures.
• Provide support to the Executive Director and Programs Manager of the MHA Program.
• Track and record all expenditures, and assist with budget planning and forecasting.
• Serve on program and department committees providing administrative support, taking and distributing minutes, carry out committee tasks as assigned.
• Monitor, track, and adhere to deadlines.
• Be the first point of contact for the Masters of Health Administration (MHA) Program for students, faculty, and internal and external candidates.
• Provide assistance and support for the development, planning, preparation, and evaluation of graduate programs.
• Provide support as needed to the Ph.D./MS programs.

In addition, the final candidate should have the following:

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to be a team player and work well independently.
• Experience with O365, Lionpath, 25Live, and SIMBA is preferred.
• A commitment to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Ability to maintain and ensure confidentiality.
• Experience with University processes and procedures.
• Strong attention to detail, focus, and the ability to multitask.

The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusion that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission. In HHD, enriching the lives of others is our mission. We believe in the power of human capacity for growth and live that mission by meeting challenges, both big and small, with excitement and energy every day. We invite you to come grow with us.

Education and Experience

Typically requires a High School Diploma or higher, plus three years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Additional Information:

For full consideration, applicants must upload a cover letter and resume with their application.

The department supports flexible work arrangements when aligned with the ability to meet the needs of the unit and the essential duties of the position. Questions related to flexible work arrangements should be directed to the hiring manager during the interview process.

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