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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
Penn State Student Leadership & Involvement is seeking applicants for the Student Engagement Specialist of Student Organizations position. The successful applicant will join a team of professionals, graduate assistants, and undergraduate staff and can demonstrate a commitment to fostering exploration, community engagement, and the development of students.
Reporting to the Associate Director for Student Organizations, the Specialist is responsible for:
facilitating and developing student leadership training
hosting annual awards programs for the +1000 recognized student organizations at Penn State
serve as an event consultant and contract advisor to student organizations
co-advise UPAC (student org funding committee)
supervise a small team of Student Org Consultant undergrads
The ability to work effectively with staff and students from diverse backgrounds and experiences is critical to the success of the Student Leadership & Involvement team and this role. The successful candidate must demonstrate an understanding of student development, communicate effectively, and have the ability to organize and manage multiple priorities.
Education and Experience:
Typically requires a bachelor's degree or higher and 3 years of related experience.
2 years of related graduate assistantship qualifies as equivalent 1+ years of work equivalency
This position may require that you operate a motor vehicle as part of your job duties. A valid driver’s license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check may be required in addition to standard background checks. A willingness and ability to work flexible hours to support occasional night and weekend activities is required.
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.
The salary range for this position, including all possible grades is:
$46,400.00 - $67,300.00
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Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.
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