Student Orientation & Transition Programs Coordinator
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Job Location:
Harrisburg, PA - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 51000 - 74000
Posted on:
2 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
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POSITION SPECIFICS
Penn State Harrisburg a comprehensive College of The Pennsylvania State University is excited to welcome applications and nominations for the position ofStudent Orientation & Transition Programs CoordinatorStudent Orientation Specialist Intermediate Professional.
TheStudent Orientation & Transition Programs (SOTP) Coordinator at Penn State Harrisburg is a full-time professional staff member who plans coordinates and executes large-scale welcome and transition initiatives for incoming students (and their families) atPenn State Harrisburg. In partnership with campus offices across Student Affairs Academic Affairs Advising Admissions and other stakeholder units this role supports new student orientation welcome week activities and ongoing transition programming designed to foster student belonging connection and success at Penn State Harrisburg.
This position jointly reports to the Associate Director of Student Engagement and the Director of Academic Support and Advising Services at Penn State Harrisburg. The role collaborates closely with partners across Academic Affairs and Student Affairs including Academic Advising Admissions Financial Aid Human Resources the Office of Research and Outreach and Parent and Family Relations.
The successful candidate will havethe opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students transition to college collaborate across campus and contribute to adriven team committed to access inclusion and student success. TheSOTPcoordinatorplays a critical role in shaping welcoming experiences that support persistence belonging and academic engagement from a students first connection to campus.
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply and join a community dedicated to supporting students at every step of their Penn State Harrisburg journey.
Penn State Harrisburgis located inMiddletown near the city of Harrisburg the state capital of Pennsylvania. The college is easily accessible via interstate and rail routes from Baltimore Philadelphia Washington DC and New York and Harrisburg International Airport islocatedwithin minutes from campus. The college is the largest and most comprehensive of Penn States Commonwealth Campuses. An undergraduate college and graduate school Penn State Harrisburg offers more than 75 associate bachelors masters and doctoral degree programs and is the only campus along with University Park to offer programs from the associate to doctoral levels. The college also offers the first two years of study leading to more than 160 baccalaureate majors offered throughout Penn State. At the transfer level Penn State Harrisburg serves students from all Penn State campuses and from community colleges and other accredited colleges and universities. The college enrolls 5000 students in residence. Reputation is Penn State Harrisburgs hallmark nationally accredited programs award-winning faculty and the resources of a world-class research university. We are Penn State in the Capital Region.
The colleges academic units are divided into five schools: Behavioral Sciences and Education; Business Administration; Humanities; Public Affairs; and Science Engineering and Technology. The college employs approximately 500 full-time faculty and staff androughly 500part-time employees to carry out its mission to be a premier collegeofThe Pennsylvania State University. To learn more about the college please visit
Position Responsibilities
Transition & Orientation Program Leadership
Lead the planning coordination and execution of transition events for new students at Penn State Harrisburg such as campus welcome first100 days programming transfer/commuter welcome and orientation sessions.
Support and coordinate aspects of New Student Orientation (NSO) for Penn State Harrisburg including outreach to admitted students set up and monitoring of NSO registration system check-inlogistics student/family engagement session scheduling and New Student Orientation Committee.
Manage transitionlogistics(space reservations vendor coordination signage AV food/beverage asappropriate).
Serve as a visible presence during welcome and orientation events interacting with new students and families to answer questionsfacilitateconnections and model Penn State Harrisburg values of community engagement diversity respect integrity and discovery.
Work with commencement staff and planning on student engagement and participation.
Create and sustain intentional student development pathways for entering students toparticipatein high impact practices (campus employment project-based learning student research and internships).
Sustain knowledge of best practices in student transition orientation family engagement and first-generation student success.
Collaboration Communication and Staffing
Coordinate communications and marketing for transition and orientation programs including emails webpages social media posts and print/digital materials.
Work collaboratively with Admissions Advising Center Strategic Communications Student Affairs and other campus units.
Recruit hire train and supervise student staff for New Student Orientation welcome programs and other transition programs.
Supervise and collaborate with student employees or part-time staff engaged in transition programming.
Assessment and Operations
Maintain records and data related to program attendance student feedback assessment outcomes and contribute to reporting on retention/continuation of new students.
Perform other duties as assigned in support of the mission of Student Orientation & Transition to Penn State Harrisburg.
Qualifications Required
Bachelors degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Demonstrated experience in event/program planning and execution in a higher education or student-facing setting.
Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to convey information clearly to diverse audiences (students families campus colleagues).
Excellent organizational skills attention to detail and ability to manage multiple concurrently occurring projects deadlines and stakeholders.
Ability to work on a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends (summer and early fall).
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in teams and collaborate across units.
Commitment to student-centered practice and supporting inclusive environments; familiarity or willingness to develop practice in first-generation student support transfer student transition and family engagement.
Qualifications Preferred
Masters degree in Higher Education Student Affairs College Student Personnel EducationalLeadershipor related field.
Previousexperience coordinating orientation/welcome/transition programs for a higher education institution (especially for first-generation underrepresented or commuter populations).
Experience with program assessment data collection/analysis for student success metrics.
Familiarity with student development theory family engagement frameworks and culturally responsive pedagogy.
Experience supervising student staff and/or part-time professional staff.
Familiarity with web/social media platforms registration/event systems and budget/contract management.
Application Materials:
A cover letter that clearlydemonstrateshow your education and experience:
(a)identifyyour interest in therole
(b)meet the qualifications (and as applicable the preferred qualifications)
(c) share yourcontribution to enhancingdiversity equity and inclusion and belonging and
(d)demonstratethe ability to perform the responsibilities as described in the posting.
Curriculum vitae or resume including work history education and training.
Contact informationofthree professional references (includingone current or past supervisor).
The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity equity and inclusion inall ofits forms.We embrace individual uniqueness foster a culture of inclusion that supports both broad and specific diversity initiativesleveragethe 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.
Open Until Filled: Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants:For full consideration applicants must apply for the position online complete andsubmitthe online application; and upload a cover letter resume/CV and a list of three professional references with contact information.
MINIMUM EDUCATION WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS
Masters Degree 1 years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted Required Certifications: NoneBACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES
This position requires the following clearances in addition to applicable background checks: PA State Police Criminal Background Check PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form and Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check.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 $51000.00 - $74000.00.Salary Structure - Information on Penn States salary structure
Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional 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.
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.
EEO IS THE LAW
Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race color religion age sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability please contact .
Penn State is committed to and accountable for advancing equity respect and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the universitys teaching research and service mission.Required Experience:
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