Job Description

Penn State University
School of Labor & Employment Relations

Outreach Program Coordinator

Based in Pennsylvania
(may be hybrid or remote)

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Join the and be part of Penn State's outreach program to the Pennsylvania labor movement! We are seeking a part-time Outreach Program Coordinator with labor movement experience to help us reach workers and their organizations and assist in managing our programming. Based within the , the Labor School offers accessible labor education, leadership development, and connections to the Penn State community as part of the University's land-grant mission. The position may be hybrid or remote within Pennsylvania, with flexible scheduling of up to 24 hours per week.

The Outreach Program Coordinator will work both independently and collaboratively, with support from their team, to fulfill the positions responsibilities. The position will require occasional travel within Pennsylvania, as well as occasional evening and/or weekend work.

Primary responsibilities include:

• Assist Labor School faculty in identifying opportunities to expand the Labor School's audience and impact
• Facilitate organizational relationships with key partner organizations and stakeholders across Pennsylvania
• Coordinate planning for major Labor School events, including program timelines and workflows for faculty and support staff
• Represent the Labor School at local and regional events with stakeholder audiences to promote programs
• Coordinate and implement marketing strategies for outreach education programs and services
• Lead communications across newsletters, the website, email, and social media; respond to inquiries

Qualifications:

• Strong organizational skills, with attention to detail, time management, and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent interpersonal and networking skills, with an aptitude for collaboration
• Effective written and verbal communication skills for both external and internal audiences
• Proficiency with the Microsoft 365 suite, particularly Excel, as well as Zoom
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining organized workflows
• Adaptability and the ability to troubleshoot issues within a rapidly changing environment
• Experience working with the Pennsylvania labor movement and familiarity with U.S. labor relations

Compensation:
This position pays $26 per hour.

Important Application Instructions:
Applicants must submit a cover letter addressing their interest and relevant experience, in addition to a résumé.

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

CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS
Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review .

EEO IS THE LAW
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.

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