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Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants. JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS: Penn State Lehigh Valley is seeking a part-time Student Engagement Specialist. The Student Engagement Specialist helps students develop and achieve realistic goals for the academic year and assists them in achieving balance between academic and co-curricular activities, as well as promote their academic, personal, and professional development; work with internal and external partners to create programs, resources, tools, and events that provide meaningful engagements at all institutional levels; supports student learning and provides high quality out-of-class experiences for students through student activities, leadership development, community service, multicultural/diversity programs, and trips.
- Lead and facilitate the creation of robust co-curricular sustainability-focused educational experiences for students
- Provide guidance and support to clubs and organizations on campus to become registered student organizations
- Develop, implement, plan, and assess programs and services for the campus community
- Develop strategies to foster campus and community involvement for faculty, staff, and students.
- Manage and coordinate all event contracts and budget allocation
- Responsible for managing, developing, and disseminating internal and external communications about activities
- Assess educational programs to evaluate student learning, changes in behavior, and identify gaps in educational needs
- Provide support for service opportunities and partnerships that are collaborations with campus departments and units
- Collaborate with marketing team to create and develop the promotion and advertising of events on campus
- Coordinate event planning to ensure room reservations, setup details, and campus policy regarding vendors is complete
- May supervise staff members, including hiring, development, and performance management
Education: - This position requires Bachelor's Degree and 1+ years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Excellent writing, interpersonal and organizational skills are a necessity to success in this role.
Candidates for consideration must submit a cover letter and a resume. Review of applicant materials will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. At Penn State Lehigh Valley, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where all students, faculty, and staff feel welcomed, supported, and respected. We believe that academic excellence is only possible when diversity is present. We seek applicants from all backgrounds to ensure we get the most creative talent and most inclusive perspectives on our team. This job requires that you operate a motor vehicle as a part of your job duties. A valid US driver's license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be required in addition to standard background checks. This job requires the following 3 publicly available clearances: • PA State Police Criminal Background Check • PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form • FBI Criminal Background Check The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability 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 in society and nature, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.
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