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.

Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location.

• 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; direct appointments; and resolve 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 Diploma with 2+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required

Certifications:

None.

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. and Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa.

The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $38,300.00 – $55,500.00.

Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full‑time employees designed to support personal and professional well‑being, including comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, retirement plans, paid time off, holidays, vacation, sick time, and a 75% tuition discount for employees, eligible spouses, and children.

The College of the Liberal Arts is supportive of flexible work arrangements when aligned with the ability to meet the needs of the unit and the essential duties of the position. Questions related to flexible work should be directed to the hiring manager during the interview process.

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 814‑865‑1473.