Academic Program Coordinator
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 14, 2026. First seen by Alion on Nov 12, 2026. Pennsylvania State University scores C on the Alion truth index.
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POSITION SPECIFICS
The Department of Geography, in the College of Earth and Mineral Sciences, is seeking a candidate for an Academic Program Coordinator to serve as the coordinator for a variety of programs, processes and procedures. Reporting to the department’s Administrative Support Manager.
Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
- Build and maintain the undergraduate schedule of courses in LionPATH, process course substitutions and student audits, schedule final exams, process undergraduate add/drop courses.
- Manage undergraduate student information, databases, files, transcripts, and archive/shred student information as per University's retention guidelines.
- Compile and submit textbook and regalia orders.
- Process University Purchasing card reports, non-employee reimbursement reports, and travel reimbursement reports (SAP Concur)
- Coordinate domestic and international speaker/visitor travel arrangements and reconcile travel reimbursement reports.
- Respond to moderately complex undergraduate issues or questions regarding undergraduate courses as well as University, College, and Department policies and procedures.
- Support the Associate Head for Undergraduate Education with department and college level undergraduate programs.
- Generate, prepare, and maintain reports for budget purposes for Manager and Department Head. Monitor and maintain budgets; track expenditures, and processing of payment
- Support the planning and coordination of projects, submit facilities work orders, submit bids for renovations, coordinate faculty office moves.
- Coordinate award ceremonies such as gathering and uploading applications, compile documentation, order awards, create recipient letters, and send out invitations.
- Coordinate part-time hiring for graduate and undergraduate wage requests from faculty
- Serve as the department safety and lab safety officer to include regular meetings with the college’s facilities manager to coordinate and ensure the department is operating within the University's guideline and policies to keep faculty, staff, and students safe; track and distribute office/lab keys and maintain card swipe access system.
- Lead coordination and planning of special events, conferences, and other functions and reconcile these expenses in SAP Concur.
- Purchase supplies and equipment for faculty, staff, and students.
- Serve as a resource for others on a variety of subjects including office equipment, software application usage, and information processing procedures and handling department mail.
- Serve as the department receptionist and provide office support, greet visitors, provide information, and refer inquiries as appropriate.
- Assist with conference room schedules and other general office duties as needed.
Preferred Experience
Understanding of our financial system, SIMBA, SAP Concur, LionPATH, and PSUbuy, preferred but not required.
In addition, the final candidate should have:
- excellent written and oral communication skills
- strong attention to detail
- the ability to maintain confidentiality
- a commitment to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion
- experience using student and financial information systems
Additional Information:
For full consideration, applicants must upload a cover letter and resume with their application.
Work Arrangements:
This position is eligible for hybrid work, with three days per week in the office and two days remote, at the discretion of Department Head. Questions related to flexible work schedules should be directed to the Hiring Manager during the hiring process.
MINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS
General Equivalency Diploma (GED) or High School (HS) 2+ years of relevant experience; Relevant education accepted in lieu of experience Required Certifications: NoneBACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.SALARY & BENEFITS
The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $40,608.00 - $58,836.00.Salary Structure - Information on Penn State's salary structure
Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children. For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page.
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EEO IS THE LAW
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