Higher Education Associate 2 (Higher Education)

THE POSITION

Do not miss this unique opportunity to support Pennsylvania residents who attend schools authorized by the State Board of Private Licensed Schools - the Commonwealth's postsecondary proprietary occupational training providers. As a Higher Education Associate with our dedicated team, you will be responsible for facilitating the approval of specialized associate degrees. Apply now, advance your career, and be part of ensuring that the education provided in our state effectively prepares learners to strive for and achieve success in their futures!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

In this role, you will be responsible for carrying out the mandates of the Private Licensed Schools Act and for complex assignments in support of the State Board of Private Licensed Schools. Your assignments will include traveling across the state to conduct site visits, establishing review teams and facilitating degree application reviews, submitting applications to the Secretary of Education for elevation, and ensuring transcript submissions to the central repository. Our team will rely on you to evaluate school program applications, school financial stability, and school renewal and compliance audits, as well as present recommendations for policy improvements and assist in conducting training and seminars. Take your talents to the next level and facilitate new opportunities for higher education in Pennsylvania with us!

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description .

Work Schedule and Additional Information :

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 8 : 00 AM to 4 : 00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Telework : You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to three days per week. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg, PA. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
• Salary : In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam / junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

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If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

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