Administrative Coordinator, Office of Student Affairs

Hybrid Eligible

Jordan Medical Education Center

Full time

JR00118653

University Overview

The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn's distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America's Best Large Employers in 2023.

Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play.

The University offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits, a wealth of health and wellness programs and resources, and much more.

Posted Job Title

Administrative Coordinator, Office of Student Affairs

Job Profile Title

Coordinator, Program

Job Description Summary

This position reports to the Director of the Office of Student Affairs and works closely with the Director of ASCEND, the Associate Dean for Student Success and Professional Development, the Associate Dean for Student Affairs and Wellness, the Associate Dean for Student Affairs and Residency Planning, and works closely with the Student Affairs Coordinator. This person will coordinate and organize programming for the Advisory Deans, as well as coordinate the longitudinal career advising system, programming, and information sessions, the Specialty Career advisor program, and the mentoring, and shadowing programs. This position maintains and updates student-facing digital platforms, including the MD Program Student Affairs website, Areas of Concentration Website, Career and Specialty Core 3 Canvas Course, and plays an integral role in supporting student academic development and professional growth across the four-year curriculum. This role is responsible for assisting in the planning and executing major student transition and milestone events - including Orientation (and the learning team retreat), the White Coat Ceremony, Parents & Partners, Match Day, and Graduation - in collaboration with OSA leadership, communications teams, and external partners such as public affairs. This position also coordinates the details and execution of the Advisory Dean program as well as the Advisory Dean/student learning team check-in meetings. The coordinator provides primary high level administrative and programmatic support to the Associate Dean for Student Success and Professional Development and the Associate Dean for Student Affairs and Residency Planning, including calendar management, meeting coordination, and project tracking.

Job Description

• Assist with development and manage career counseling system and faculty advisor and student leadership online database for student interest groups and clubs. Organize career counseling events such as lunch talks, website, activities fair, and utilize the AAMC Careers in Medicine Curriculum. Work closely with Specialty Advisors to schedule and announce specialty specific events/programming.

• Assist the Office of Student Affairs in the planning and execution of transitional and major events such as Orientation, White Coat Ceremony, Parents and Partners, Pre-Clerkship Week, Match Day, Graduation Awards, Honor Society Inductions.

• Administratively support the Associate Dean for Student Success, including scheduling meetings and managing calendar.

• Serve as administrative support for four Virtual Houses, each made up of one quarter of the student body. Advise student leaders on program development and event planning. Develop programs to facilitate peer mentoring and student faculty interaction. Facilitate participation of Master Clinicians in House activities. Promote expansion and growth of the houses.

• Maintain the MD Program Website with up-to-date information.

• Coordinate faculty mentoring program, including pre-clinical and clinical tutoring and coaching. Working closely with the Associate Dean for Student Success and Professional Development, schedule faculty/student meetings, trainings for advisors, including Advisory Deans. Coordinate trainings with Weingarten Learning Instructors for current advisors.

• Assist in the creation of the Medical Student Performance Evaluations (MSPE) as necessary.

• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Bachelor of Arts and 2 to 3 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.

Job Location - City, State

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Department / School

Perelman School of Medicine

Pay Range

$23.80 - $25.40 Hourly Rate

Salary offers are made based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, and in alignment with salary ranges based on external market data for the job's level. Internal organization and peer data at Penn are also considered.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics) , citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state or local law .

Special Requirements Background checks may be required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.

University Benefits

• Health, Life, and Flexible Spending Accounts : Penn offers comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits to protect you and your family's health and welfare. You can also use flexible spending accounts to pay for eligible health care and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.

• Tuition : Take advantage of Penn's exceptional tuition benefits . You, your spouse, and your dependent children can get tuition assistance here at Penn. Your dependent children are also eligible for tuition assistance at other institutions.

• Retirement: Penn offers generous retirement plans to help you save for your future. Penn's Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans allow you to save for retirement on a pre-tax or Roth basis. Choose from a wide variety of investment options through TIAA and Vanguard.

• Time Away from Work: Penn provides you with a substantial amount of time away from work during the course of the year. This allows you to relax, take vacations, attend to personal affairs, recover from illness or injury, spend time with family-whatever your personal needs may be.

• Long-Term Care Insurance: In partnership with Genworth Financial, Penn offers faculty and staff (and your eligible family members) long-term care insurance to help you cover some of the costs of long-term care services received at home, in the community or in a nursing facility. If you apply when you're newly hired, you won't have to provide proof of good health or be subject to underwriting requirements. Eligible family members must always provide proof of good health and are subject to underwriting.

• Wellness and Work-life Resources : Penn is committed to supporting our faculty and staff as they balance the competing demands of work and personal life. That's why we offer a wide variety of programs and resources to help you care for your health, your family, and your work-life balance.

• Professional and Personal Development: Penn provides an array of resources to help you advance yourself personally and professionally.

• University Resources: As a member of the Penn community, you have access to a wide range of University resources as well as cultural and recreational activities. Take advantage of the University's libraries and athletic facilities, or visit our arboretum and art galleries. There's always something going on at Penn, whether it's a new exhibit at the Penn Museum, the latest music or theater presentation at the Annenberg Center, or the Penn Relays at Franklin Field to name just a few examples. As a member of the Penn community, you're right in the middle of the excitement-and you and your family can enjoy many of these activities for free.

• Discounts and Special Services : From arts and entertainment to transportation and mortgages, you'll find great deals for University faculty and staff. Not only do Penn arts and cultural centers and museums offer free and discounted admission and memberships to faculty and staff. You can also enjoy substantial savings on other goods and services such as new cars from Ford and General Motors, cellular phone service plans, movie tickets, and admission to theme parks.

• Flexible Work Hours: Flexible work options offer creative approaches for completing work while promoting balance between work and personal commitments. These approaches involve use of non-traditional work hours, locations, and/or job structures.

• Penn Home Ownership Services: Penn offers a forgivable loan for eligible employees interested in buying a home or currently residing in West Philadelphia, which can be used for closing costs or home improvements.

• Adoption Assistance: Penn will reimburse eligible employees on qualified expenses in connection with the legal adoption of an eligible child, such as travel or court fees, for up to two adoptions in your household.

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The University of Pennsylvania's special character is reflected in the wide variety of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of the Penn community. We seek talented faculty and staff who will constitute a vibrant community and help create an educational and working environment that best supports the University's commitment to excellence in teaching, research, and scholarship. The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any class protected under applicable federal, state or local law.