Program Manager

la.psu.edu

University Park, Pennsylvania, United States
Base: $56,200.00 - $81,500.00; bonus/equity: not s...
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree required
3+ years relevant experience
Manage 15-20 programs annually
Penn State is seeking a Program Manager to oversee the development and delivery of various conferences and programs within its Conferences and Institutes department. The ideal candidate should have strong organizational skills, experience in event planning, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously within a flexible, team-oriented culture

Job Summary

  • The Program Manager serves as the central hub coordinating logistics, budgeting, marketing, and evaluation for a portfolio of 15-20 annual programs.
  • This hybrid role combines weekly remote work with on-campus presence and requires flexibility for occasional weekend and evening conference delivery.
  • Penn State offers a competitive benefits package including comprehensive medical coverage, robust retirement plans, and a generous 75% tuition discount.

Matching Summary

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Penn State is seeking a Program Manager to oversee the development and delivery of various conferences and programs within its Conferences and Institutes department. The ideal candidate should have strong organizational skills, experience in event planning, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously within a flexible, team-oriented culture.

Salary

Base: $56,200.00 - $81,500.00; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, retirement, paid time off, 75% tuition discount

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Bachelor's degree required
  • 3+ years relevant experience
  • Manage 15-20 programs annually
  • Coordinate logistics and budgeting
  • Handle registration and speakers

Nice-to-have

  • Forward-thinking and flexible mindset
  • Dedication to learning new systems
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Team-oriented collaborative approach
  • Problem-solving abilities

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree
  • 3+ years relevant experience
  • PA State Police Criminal Background Check
  • PA Child Abuse History Clearance
  • FBI Fingerprint Criminal Background Check
  • Authorized to work in the U.S.

Work Rights

Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

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