Assistant Director of Operations and Site Coordinator, Academy at Penn

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• Lead family communication systems : Develop and manage consistent, timely communication with families regarding schedules, expectations, updates, and student engagement; Serve as a key po

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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 Assistant Director of Operations and Site Coordinator, Academy at Penn Job Profile Title Associate Director B, Student Services Job Description Summary The Academy at Penn is a college and career readiness program for students from Horace Furness High School and High School of the Future, both comprehensive high schools in the School District of Philadelphia. Through this program, students receive year-round, cohort-based academic, social/emotional, and community support that holds in the highest regard each participant's unique path to, through, and beyond high school. The Academy is a 5-year partnership between the School District of Philadelphia, Foundations, Inc., and the University of Pennsylvania's Graduate School of Education. The Academy at Penn Assistant Director of Operations & Site Coordinator plays a critical role in planning, implementing, and managing year-round programming that supports students' academic and social growth. The Assistant Director oversees a four-week summer program and weekly Saturday sessions during the school year, ensuring high-quality instruction, smooth operations, and a safe, inclusive learning environment. The Assistant Director & Site Coordinator are responsible for being on-site to oversee, manage, and execute the logistics and day-to-day operations of programming across all cohorts. Acting as the primary authority during program days, the position manages daily flow and run-of-show, oversees attendance and compliance systems, and coordinates logistics including vendors and space scheduling. The position leads family communication systems and supervises Cohort Leads to ensure smooth, consistent program delivery. The successful candidate must be available and on-site each Saturday of the program, as well as during summer programming. Job Description

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