Academic Program Coordinator, College Liberal Arts

Position Overview

Join the College of the Liberal Arts as an Academic Program Coordinator to provide key administrative support to the Department of Psychology undergraduate programs.

The Academic Program Coordinator supports undergraduate academic operations, advising services, course scheduling, graduation certification, events, and data management, while ensuring compliance with University, College, and departmental policies and procedures.

Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. See Notice to Out of State Applicants for more information on remote work at Penn State.

• Coordinate undergraduate academic program operations including student records, registration changes, course scheduling, and classroom/exam logistics across University Park and World Campus.
• Help resolve student, faculty, and staff inquiries, directing appointments, and resolving complex scheduling, registration, and graduation issues.
• Partner with the advising team to manage course enrollment requirements, including prerequisites, exceptions, cancellations, and grade changes.
• Administer graduation processes by verifying eligibility, maintaining graduation lists, processing substitutions/exemptions, and coordinating departmental commencement events.
• Manage academic systems and operational infrastructure (e.g., LionPATH, 25
  
  Live, internal databases), supporting course scheduling, classroom assignments, course enrollment rules, and student data tracking for reporting and program review.
• Support the administration of the departmental research subject pool and independent study processes, including approvals, tracking participation, and awarding credit.
• Provide backup support for graduate program operations and assist with departmental website content and social media communications.

• Outstanding attention to detail and accuracy.
• Driven to provide excellent customer service.
• Effective organizational and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Excellent communication (both verbal and written) and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.

• General Equivalency Diploma (GED) or High School (HS) with 2+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted.
• Required
  
  Certifications:
  
  None.

The salary range for this position is $38,300.00 - $55,500.00.

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. Employees and eligible spouses and children receive a generous 75% tuition discount.

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

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 university’s teaching, research, and service mission.

The Academic Program Coordinator will use Microsoft Office 365, Zoom, Workday, and Penn State’s iTwo (used for data access, analysis, and distribution).