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Academic Program Coordinator - Intermediate Support - Advising

The Pennsylvania State University
paid time off, sick time, remote work
United States, Pennsylvania, University Park
201 Old Main (Show on map)
Sep 05, 2025
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday. CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday. If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click "Apply" and complete the application process for external applicants. Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location.For additional information on remote work at Penn State, seeNotice to Out of State Applicants. This is a/an 83% full-time equivalency (FTE) job with months off. The number of months off will be determined by the position's FTE percentage. The timing of months off will be set to meet the needs of the unit and the essential duties of the position. Questions related to HR105 FTE positions should be directed to the hiring manager during the interview process. This position is eligible for benefits associated with any full-time position. The salary grade and range listed in the posting is reflective of a 100% Full-time position. Full-time equivalency job offers may fall outside of the listed range due to the assigned percentage of effort. POSITION SPECIFICS The Eberly College of Science Department of Biology is seeking an Academic Program Coordinator - Intermediate Support to support the administrative and operational functions of the Academic Advising Officeand assist the Director of the Biology Advising, advisors, faculty at large, and undergraduate Biology students. Duties and Responsibilities: Setting up class schedules and events for upcoming semesters. Maintaining student records. Providing information to students, parents, faculty, and staff. Experience with LionPath, the Optimizer, and 25 Live is strongly preferred in assisting with: Drop/adds. Scheduling courses, rooms, and events. Adviser assignments. Adjusting academic requirement reports. Performing graduation checks and clearances. Processing ETM (Entrance to Major requests). Monitoring weekly course enrollments. Enrolling into the BIOL and Marine Science minors. Setting up course controls, and setting up SEEQs for all Biology classes. Scheduling final exams for all Biology classes. Scheduling student rating surveys. Other duties include running LionPath reports and maintaining statistical records; keeping forms and advising materials up to date; sending out mass e-mails to students; ordering supplies as necessary; answering phones, participating in meetings as required; assisting in organizing ODS (Office of Disability Services) accommodations; assisting with NSO (New Student Orientation). MINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS General Equivalency Diploma (GED) or High School (HS) 2+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted Required Certifications: None This position offers aflexibleworkarrangementthat combines remote and on-campuswork.Questions related toflexibleworkshould be directed to the hiring manager during the interview process. BACKGROUND 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 $38,300.00 - $55,500.00. 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. 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). 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