Penn State Outreach
ProgramManager
“Program Manager at Penn State Outreach. Skills: program management, event planning, project management, logistics coordination, budgeting, marketing, registration management, speaker coordination, program development, contract management, on-site management, evaluation. develop and deliver conferences and summer youth programs. develop and deliver credit programs that have an off-site learning component”
Industry & Context.
problem-solving skills
flexible schedule during conference delivery, occasional weekend and evening work, PA State Police Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form, Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check, Applicants must be authorized to work in the U. S.
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor's Degree, 3+ years of relevant or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted
Nice to Have
demonstrated skills in event planning, program management, or project management, ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, budgeting experience, forward-thinking, open-minded, flexible, dedication to learn a variety of new programs, procedures, and systems
What You'll Do.
develop and deliver conferences and summer youth programs
develop and deliver credit programs that have an off-site learning component
coordinate logistics for each program
coordinate budgeting for each program
coordinate marketing for each program
coordinate registration for each program
coordinate speakers for each program
coordinate program development for each program
coordinate contracts for each program
coordinate on-site management for each program
coordinate evaluation for each program
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
working as part of a team; collaborate with other program managers and program coordinators
Communication Scope
excellent communication skills
Process & Methodology
program management, project management, manage multiple projects simultaneously
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