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Education Program Specialist The Penn State Altoona/DuBois Workforce Development Collaborative, a combined effort of the two campuses, is seeking an Education Program Specialist. The ideal candidate is an extremely organized, task-oriented individual who can work with faculty members and staff at the two campuses, as well as a statewide team located at other Penn State campuses, to develop and deliver workforce education programs for many different industries. While working as part of a team, program specialists oversee a portfolio of programs and clients annually. The program specialist is the hub of the wheel as they coordinate program development, budgeting, marketing, registration, instructors, logistics, contracts, on-site management, and evaluation for each program, each with its unique objectives and needs. The ideal candidate will also have a good understanding of business and industry in the communities around the Altoona and DuBois regions. Education and Experience: The minimum requirement is a bachelor's degree and one (1) year of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: The ideal candidate will have demonstrated skills in sales, event planning, program management, or project management. The ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, excellent communication skills, budgeting experience, problem-solving skills, attention to detail, teamwork, and organization are critical to the program manager's success. Penn State Continuing and Community Education takes pride in providing a positive, supportive, team-oriented, and flexible work culture (including work-from-home privileges), in which employees have a voice and are valued. The successful candidate must be able to work independently as well as collaboratively with other program managers and program coordinators in the office. How to Apply: To be considered for the position, candidates must submit both a resume and a cover letter stating their interest. Review of candidates will begin immediately and will continue until a suitable candidate is found. This position requires successful completion of the Pennsylvania (PA) Publicly Available Clearances: PA State Police Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form, and Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check. The position also requires the successful completion of a Motor Vehicle Record Check. The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusion that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity in society and nature, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission. Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr New River Community College

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