Orientation Systems and Operations Coordinator
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Responsibilities
~1 min read- →Coordinate operational processes supporting student onboarding, orientation registration, academic consultation, and course scheduling
- →Execute and monitor business processes across multiple university systems, including Visual Zen, LionPATH, and Starfish
- →Monitor student progress through onboarding requirements and resolve routine operational issues
- →Generate reports, maintain records, and support data validation and process documentation activities
- →Coordinate New Student Orientation registration charges, refunds, adjustments, and reconciliation activities
- →Provide support for student, family, and campus partner inquiries related to orientation and onboarding processes
- →Assist with training, documentation development, and user support for orientation systems
- →Support the planning and implementation of New Student Orientation, Welcome Week, and related transition programs
- →Collaborate with colleagues across the University on special projects and operational initiatives
Have relevant experience in administrative operations, customer service, business process coordination, data management, financial operations, systems administration, or a related field.
This position may require occasional non-standard work hours, including evenings and weekends, particularly during New Student Orientation and Welcome Week.
Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.
What We Offer
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Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children. For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page.
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 here.
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.
Penn State is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university’s teaching, research, and service mission.
Location & Eligibility
About this job
- Pay per year
- $40,608–$58,836 a year
- 14% below the $57,725 median for Operations Coordinator jobs on Jobera (212 salaries).
- Who can apply
- United States
- Posted
- Today
Listing Details
- Posted
- November 6, 2026
- First seen
- November 6, 2026
- Last seen
- November 6, 2026
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- Trust Level
- 63%
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- November 6, 2026
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