Education Program Specialist, Penn State Greater Allegheny
About the role
Penn State Greater Allegheny is seeking a motivated professional with experience in sales, relationship-building, and regional engagement to expand continuing education and workforce development offerings across the greater Pittsburgh region as an Education Program Specialist - Intermediate level.
Responsibilities
- Assess workforce needs
- Develop responsive training programs
- Recruit instructors
- Promote programming that enhances the skills of employees across various industries
- Oversee a portfolio of educational programs and employer partnerships
- Achieve annual revenue and enrollment goals
- Serve as a key representative of Penn State within the regional workforce ecosystem
- Participate in local, regional, and statewide workforce development events and partnerships
- Involvement in all aspects of program delivery, including development, budgeting, marketing, registration, instructor coordination, logistics, contracts, on-site management, and program evaluation
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree
- 1+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Required Certifications: None
Qualifications
- Highly organized, proactive, and results-oriented individual
- Strong understanding of business and industry needs within the greater Pittsburgh region
- Demonstrated ability to build relationships that translate into impactful workforce development solutions
Skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work effectively with instructors, campus partners, and a broader statewide network across Penn State
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
- Experience with program management and budgeting
- Knowledge of adult learning principles and techniques
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Robust retirement plans
- Substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation, and sick time
- Generous 75% tuition discount for employees, spouses, and children
Pay
The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $54,060.00 - $78,444.00.
Schedule
This role is expected to operate on a hybrid schedule with the expectation of 1-2 days of remote work per week.
Additional Information
This position has the possibility to operate on a hybrid schedule with the expectation of 1-2 days of remote work per week, all questions relating to flexible work arrangements should be directed to the hiring manager during the interview process.
Background Checks/Clearances
- PA State Police Criminal Background Check
- PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form
- Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check
Campus Security Crime Statistics
Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.
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