Associate Director – Student Programs

Penn Information Systems & Computing

. Develop, coordinate, and assess programming for roughly 18,000 graduate and professional students .

Posted 4/22/2026full-timePhiladelphia • Pennsylvania • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $66,000 - $78,759 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop, coordinate, and assess programming for roughly 18,000 graduate and professional students
Collaborate with other campus centers and departments for targeted programming
Supervise program coordinator and a team of fellows to assist with professional development
Lead and facilitate academic writing and research communication workshops
Coordinate annual Three Minute Thesis competition and writing retreats
Develop and maintain a programming calendar to ensure diverse and well-executed events
Assist in advising and supervising GAPSA programs and student events
Maintain leadership manuals, guidelines, and websites for graduate student leaders
Support the Grad Center Executive Director on programming and operations
Represent the Grad Center at open houses and resource fairs
Solicit and analyze feedback from students to refine programs and outreach

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts
3 to 5 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required
Master’s degree in academic discipline strongly preferred
Experience working with graduate and professional students in an administrative or professional role
Ability to work collaboratively and effectively with diverse groups
Strong communication and interpersonal skills with sensitivity to diverse student needs
Demonstrated experience in developing, administering, and assessing programs, workshops, or similar events
Outstanding writing and presentation skills
High level of organization and project management skills
Preference for candidates with supervisory, budgetary, and facility management skills
Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health, Life, and Flexible Spending Accounts: Comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits
Tuition: Exceptional tuition benefits for employees, spouses, and dependent children
Retirement: Generous retirement plans including Basic, Matching, and Supplemental options
Time Away from Work: Substantial time off for personal needs
Long-Term Care Insurance: Available for faculty and staff and eligible family members
Wellness and Work-life Resources: Programs and resources to help balance work and personal life
Professional and Personal Development: Resources for personal and professional advancement
University Resources: Access to libraries, athletic facilities, and cultural activities
Discounts and Special Services: Great deals for faculty and staff
Flexible Work Hours: Options for creative approaches to work schedules
Penn Home Ownership Services: Forgivable loan for home buying in West Philadelphia
Adoption Assistance: Reimbursement for adoption-related expenses up to two adoptions per household

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Hard Skills & Tools

program developmentprogram assessmentacademic writingresearch communicationevent coordinationprogram administrationworkshop facilitationproject management

Soft Skills

collaborationcommunicationinterpersonal skillsorganizational skillsleadershipsensitivity to diverse needsflexibility

Certifications

Bachelor of ScienceBachelor of ArtsMaster’s degree