College of IST | Student Engagement Specialist, Chaiken Center for Student Success

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POSITION SPECIFICS

The Student Engagement Specialist helps students develop and achieve realistic goals for the academic year and assists them in achieving balance between academic and co-curricular activities, as well as promote their academic, personal, and professional development; work with internal and external partners to create programs, resources, tools, and events that provide meaningful engagements at all institutional levels; supports student learning and provides high quality out-of-class experiences for students through student activities, leadership development, community service, multicultural programs, and trips. T

his position will work collaboratively with the offices in the College of IST Chaiken Center for Student Success to ensure a comprehensive and successful student experience. The successful candidate must possess a strong understanding of student development, engage in meaningful dialogues, think critically to resolve conflict and solve problems, communicate effectively, and organize and manage multiple priorities.

• Lead and facilitate the creation of robust co-curricular sustainability-focused educational experiences for students

• Provide guidance and support to clubs and organizations on campus to become registered student organizations

• Develop, implement, plan, and assess programs and services for the college community

• Develop strategies to foster college and community involvement for students.

• Manage and coordinate all event contracts and budget allocation

• Responsible for managing, developing, and disseminating internal and external communications about activities

• Assess educational programs to evaluate student learning, changes in behavior, and identify gaps in educational needs

• Provide support for service opportunities and partnerships that are collaborations with campus departments and units

• Collaborate with marketing team to create and develop the promotion and advertising of events on campus

• Coordinate event planning to ensure room reservations, setup details, and campus policy regarding vendors is complete

• May supervise staff members, including hiring, development, and performance management

• Represent the unit in on and off campus committees, forums, and other opportunities as appropriate.

• Interpret University policies for students and student organizations.

• Advise the IST Undergraduate Student Council

• Work with the Student Success Supervisor and Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging Specialist on IST Diplomat Leadership Program

• Use data and analytics to make decisions on student programming

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SALARY & BENEFITS

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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.

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