Education Program Specialist, Penn State Berks

Application Instructions

Current Penn State employees (faculty, staff, technical service, or student) should log in to Workday to complete the internal application process. Current Penn State students who are not employed should also use Workday to submit an internal application. External applicants should click “Apply” and complete the application process for external applicants. Remote and hybrid work approval is not guaranteed regardless of work location.

This position is responsible for managing and advancing Penn State Berks Continuing Education programs, including youth summer camps, professional, workforce and community‑focused offerings. The Program Specialist will research, plan, coordinate, and execute public open‑enrollment programs across a variety of topic areas in response to campus and community needs.

• Serve as a central coordinator overseeing a portfolio of programs from concept through completion.
• Manage program development, budgeting, marketing support, and registration setup.
• Handle instructor relations, contract negotiations, and logistics for on‑site or virtual delivery.
• Engage with prospective and current continuing education students and maintain student records.
• Conduct program evaluation and continuous improvement.

The ideal candidate is a self‑directed bilingual English/Spanish professional with demonstrated skills in program or project management, sales or marketing, strong communication, problem‑solving, and attention to detail.

• Bachelor’s Degree.
• 1+ year of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• No required certifications.

The position requires a flexible schedule during program delivery and summer camps, including occasional evening work. Hybrid work opportunities are available for up to two days per week.

Required clearances include PA State Police Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form, and Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check.

Salary range: $51,000.00 – $74,000.00. Benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, robust retirement plans, paid time off, and a generous 75% tuition discount for employees, spouses, and children.

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 .