Office Director Salary in Philadelphia, PA

Director of Regulatory Affairs, Academic Affairs Office, Penn LawUniversity OverviewThe 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 Employers By State in 2021.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.COVID-19 vaccination is a requirement for all positions at the University of Pennsylvania. New hires are expected to be fully vaccinated before beginning work at the University. For more information about Penn's vaccine requirements and the use of Penn Open Pass, visit the Penn COVID-19 Response website for the latest information. Posted Job TitleDirector of Regulatory Affairs, Academic Affairs Office, Penn LawJob Profile TitleDirector BJob Description SummaryThe University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School is one of the nation's oldest and most distinguished law schools. The School offers a distinctive cross-disciplinary legal education, drawing on the depth and breadth of the University of Pennsylvania. The resulting intellectual opportunities and professional relationships bridge traditional boundaries and disciplines, making the Law School an extraordinarily supportive academic community for its scholars and students alike.The University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School staff play a critical role in providing a world-class educational experience, supporting faculty, students, alumni, and fellow staff members in a collaborative and ambitious environment. The Law School's Academic Affairs Office collaborates with many other offices at Penn, to foster a student-centered environment in which each learner is inspired to do his or her best work. The Director of Regulatory Affairs serves as the point person for all regulatory issues related to the University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School's program of education and ensures compliance, accurate data collection and reporting, and communication of internal and external rules and regulations throughout the Law School. The position reports to the Associate Dean for Academic Affairs and has responsibilities in the following areas below.Job DescriptionAcademic Regulations: In coordination and consultation with the Associate Dean for Academic Affairs, develop, maintain, and communicate a firm understanding of Penn Law's rules and regulations about the academic program, faculty rights and responsibilities, and student rights and responsibilities.In coordination and consultation with the Associate Dean for Academic Affairs, develop, maintain, and communicate a firm understanding of the relevance of all the regulations of the American Bar Association, Bar Examiners, other accrediting organizations, and other external regulators to Penn's program of legal education across the JD, LLM, LLCM, ML, and SJD programs.Continually assess relevance of regulations the Law School's program of legal education; report on this assessment to the Associate Dean for Academic Affairs, the Deputy Dean and members of the Educational Program Committee, and to the Dean and faculty as appropriate.Develop and implement operational systems that comply with faculty and regulatory requirements.Work with Associate Dean for Academic Affairs to support faculty Educational Programs Committee and ensure implementation of Committee decisions.Ensure that Penn Carey Law's policies and procedures are well-communicated (including via Faculty and Adjunct Faculty Handbooks and Student Policies and Procedures Manual) and updated to comport with faculty decisions on curriculum, credit requirements, and other academic requisites.Collaborate with Student Affairs colleagues to communicate academic protocols to students and consult with them on application of policies to individual student situations as appropriate.Data Analysis and Reporting: Maintain and interpret statistical data and other information on a host of academic issues. Ensure compliance with FERPA regulations in the management of all data.Develop strategic reports from this data with programmatic recommendations as appropriate.Maintain data on accreditation issues, collaborating with departments throughout Penn Cary Law to collect ABA required and Law School required information.Serve as the main point person on annual collection of academic, curricular, enrollment, and bar passage data required by the ABA. Maintain historical reports on this and other relevant data sets.Collaborate with Business Affairs, Communications, and other departments on all internal and external requests for ABA and other informational data.Ensure compliance with all data requests from accreditors. Manage a host of reports and historical records on data provided to external news and media sources and other organizations.Registrar's Responsibilities: Participate in the coordination and scheduling of the Law School curriculum and oversee a host of faculty/student curricular issues.Develop expertise in and maximum use of the University's Next Generation Student System (Pennant). Interpret and ensure best communication of procedures to students, faculty around Pennant and other tools, including Canvas.Assist with the scheduling and administration of exams; oversee the proctoring program. Ensure compliance with University regulations about grading systems, including the recording of grades.Work with colleagues to prepare for graduation, including coordination with Student Affairs, to identify students eligible for awards and prizes.Represent Penn Carey Law Registrar as necessary and appropriate in faculty committee meetings and other campus engagements. Liaise with University's Registrar's Office to ensure Law School compliance with University policies and procedures.Student Support: Collaborate with colleagues to offer thoughtful and comprehensive academic advising support and programming to students.With Student Affairs Colleagues, support administration of Journal writing competition.Ensure excellent communication of policies and procedures throughout the Academic Affairs staff and establish best practices in communicating these to students via drop in sessions, ticketing systems, on-line resources, trainings, etc. Respond to questions and direct students to appropriate resources. Participate in other special projects as assigned and as needed. Qualifications: The successful candidate will hold an advanced degree, J.D. or experience in data analysis preferred, and have a minimum of five years of increasing responsibility in administration, accreditation, and/or strategic statistical data management and reporting; or equivalent combination of education and experience. The successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to design, plan and implement organizational strategies and will have a track record of detail-oriented data management and interpretation skills. The successful candidate will have a history of working effectively with diverse constituencies, including faculty, current students, external agencies, alumni, and colleagues. We seek candidates who have established track records as collaborators in the workplace. Commitment to the University of Pennsylvania Law School Staff Ideals of collaboration is required. A cover letter is required with application materials.Job Location - City, StatePhiladelphia, PennsylvaniaDepartment / SchoolLaw SchoolPay Range$59,703.00 - $95,524.33Affirmative Action Statement Penn adheres to a policy that prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected class.Special Requirements Background check required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.University BenefitsHealth, 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.To learn more, please visit: https://www.hr.upenn.edu/PennHR/benefits-pay To apply, visit https://wd1.myworkdaysite.com/en-US/recruiting/upenn/careers-at-penn/job/Law-School/Director-of-Regulatory-Affairs--Academic-Affairs-Office--Penn-Law_JR00044928-1Copyright ©2021 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved.Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-b82fd680f050154fb49b268d2a3eb991

Director of Regulatory Affairs (Abramson Cancer Center)University OverviewThe 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 TitleDirector of Regulatory Affairs (Abramson Cancer Center)Job Profile TitleDirector E, Research, ClinicalJob Description SummaryPenn Medicine's Abramson Cancer Center (ACC) seeks a full-time Director of Regulatory Affairs (“Director”) to oversee a large, expansive portfolio of oncology research across Penn Medicine's multi-hospital health system. This position reports to the One Cancer Clinical Research Director (OCCR-DIR) and is a key member of the leadership team, who are charged with expanding the reach of our world-class research programs, realizing the vision of a Cancer System and broadening patient access to cutting edge treatments.The Director oversees a large regulatory office (400+ studies) that provides comprehensive start-up support and ongoing facilitative services related to human subjects research. Its purview includes the Medical Oncology/CAR-T CRU within the ACC and centralized regulatory for the NCTN@ACC program; however, its services are available across the ACC matrix including schools, centers, departments, divisions, programs, and Penn Medicine clinical sites (e.g., CCH, HUP, LGH, PAH, PMPH, PPMC). Thus, the incumbent is charged with leading an organizational structure that directly supports a growing number of teams and complex trial portfolios, facilitating an ACC-wide culture of process standardization and harmonization aligned with the goals of OCCR. This will include working with direct reports and with teams within the ACC as well as interfacing with staff in other departments, divisions, centers, and entities. Briefly, OCCR aims to enhance opportunities for cancer patients across Penn Medicine to participate in clinical research regardless of where they receive their care by reducing barriers to participation and achieving economies of scale in clinical research across our Cancer System.Job DescriptionJob ResponsibilitiesThe Director manages all aspects of staffing, operations, systems, and expansion, with an emphasis on:Vision, Strategy, and Compliance: The Director is responsible for setting the vision and implementing the strategy for expanding regulatory support in a way that incorporates staff recruitment and retention strategies as well as portfolio management strategies. This involves anticipating and planning for changes in regulatory requirements and institutional policies governing clinical research as it relates to the functions of the department; understanding the scope of OCCR and strategically planning for the growth of department/division research activity; and liaising across the matrix, the University, and federal government as applicable. The Director ensures compliance with applicable regulations, institutional policies, and procedures and will work collaboratively with the ACC Department of Operations, Compliance, and Monitoring (DOCM) to implement risk mitigation strategies as needed. Collaboration: The Director develops and fosters close partnerships with internal and external leaders spanning departments, divisions, disciplines, and entities to implement the regulatory infrastructure established by the School of Medicine (SOM) and University (e.g., IRB procedures, reliance agreements, ancillary reviews, PSOM requirements for investigators, trainings, etc.). The Director facilitates collaborations between other departments, centers, researchers, and providers, and the supporting department, division, or entity. The Director establishes standard operating procedures, best practices, and new procedures within the department/division (in harmony with ACC, OCR, and institutional policies) while ensuring adherence to the requirements of internal and external regulatory bodies, and shares them collaboratively across the Cancer System (with opportunities for growth and improvement as discussed with the DOCM, University of Pennsylvania's Institutional Review Board [IRB], the Office of Clinical Research [OCR], and other ancillary oversight committees).Communication: The Director serves as an authority for ACC investigators and research staff, which includes Investigational Drug Services (IDS) and other Penn Medicine ancillary departments, on matters related to regulatory submissions, facilitation, and essential document management. As a key stakeholder, the Director represents the investigator/research team when working with internal regulatory groups such as the IRB, OCR, Clinical Trials Scientific Review and Monitoring Committee (CTSRMC), Data Safety and Monitoring Committee (DSMC), and DOCM, as well as external entities including pharmaceutical companies, contract research organizations, the FDA, and the NCI's National Clinical Trials Network (NCTN) groups.Innovation: The Director will identify improvement opportunities and lead improvement efforts, including technology solutions, and will work collaboratively in health system and school wide initiatives to advance regulatory frameworks and their associated processes and procedures. The Director will assist with the development of investigator-initiated trials (IITs), including multi-site/multi-entity IITs, and trials involving FDA Investigational New Drug (IND) applications, exemptions, and annual reports. The Director will assist in the development of a future sponsor support unit.Metrics and Evaluation: The Director will facilitate and track the flow of new research studies through the start-up process, identify obstacles to activation and propose improvements to the process. The Director will track, analyze, and report unit-wide characteristics to senior leadership as requested, including but not limited to an assessment of trial information, areas of potential risk or roadblocks to success, and corrective actions.The Director will have oversight of and responsibility for regulatory document submissions to the IRB, CTSRMC, FDA, and all applicable regulatory review committees, including new submissions, continuing reviews, amendments, adverse events, and reportable events. Under the direction of this position, the regulatory coordination teams will perform the day-to-day regulatory document management of clinical research studies, including IITs, single and multi-site IND trials, NCTN trials, and industry-sponsored trials. The Director is expected to understand the full complement of duties typically assigned to direct and indirect reports and to fully execute these tasks as needed to ensure consistent and smooth implementation of daily operational procedures.All work will be performed independently with minimal supervision or direction; some work-related responsibilities may occur outside of regular business hours. Work requires travel between offices and entities. Position is contingent upon continued funding.NOTE: This is a hybrid position splitting work between on-site and remote. Flexible work arrangements are available; however, qualified candidates are required to commute to meet job demands. Re-location and/or Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.QualificationsMaster's degree and 7-10 years relevant experience, or a combination of education and experience required. ACRP (or appropriate equivalent) and/or RAC certification required. Expert knowledge of regulations for the conduct of clinical research including Title 21 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), International Conference of Harmonization (ICH) and Good Clinical Practice (GCP) required. Knowledge of submission mechanisms to different IRBs (internal, local, commercial, central) and FDA centers (paper, email NextGen Portal, Electronic Submission Gateway (ESG)) required. Oncology experience and oversight of regulatory portfolio including NCTN trials preferred.Intermediate/expert level of function in Microsoft Office applications, as well as applications for team interconnectivity such as Slack, Microsoft Teams, Zoom, Webex, etc. Knowledge and/or experience working with web-based e-regulatory document management systems such as eFlorence, Veeva Systems products, etc. is a plus.Must have excellent problem-solving abilities, critical thinking skills, excellent communication skills, strong organizational and time management skills, strong leadership abilities, and a clear attitude of customer service. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with time sensitive deadlines and competing priorities. Candidates should welcome constructive criticism, be open to learning new approaches, and committed to continued career/professional growth. Ability to interpret regulations and laws, and disseminate information is required. Must be able to travel between clinical locations as needed.Job Location - City, StatePhiladelphia, PennsylvaniaDepartment / SchoolPerelman School of MedicinePay Range$110,850.00 - $190,000.00 Annual RateSalary offers are made based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, as well as internal and market factors and grade profile. Affirmative Action Statement Penn adheres to a policy that prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected class.Special Requirements Background check required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.University BenefitsHealth, 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.​To learn more, please visit: https://www.hr.upenn.edu/PennHR/benefits-pay To apply, visit https://wd1.myworkdaysite.com/en-US/recruiting/upenn/careers-at-penn/job/Perelman-Center-for-Adv-Medicine/Director-of-Regulatory-Affairs--Abramson-Cancer-Center-_JR00085575-1Copyright ©2022 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved.Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-5504426c39a79a418268cde6177e6c83

University OverviewThe 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 TitleDirector of Federal AffairsJob Profile TitleDirector B, Business and FinanceJob Description SummaryThe Director of Federal Affairs in the Office of Government and Community Affairs will develop and manage comprehensive strategic advocacy programs to advance the University's interests with federal government. Administer programs for securing support for academic, clinical, and operational activities, fulfilling related reporting and compliance requirements.Job DescriptionPosition Summary:The Director of Federal Affairs in the Office of Government and Community Affairs at the University of Pennsylvania advances the University's interests with the federal government related to our mission of education, research, and service. The Director utilizes professional knowledge of higher education policy and established contacts to analyze potential opportunities and impacts of proposed federal legislation and regulation on our campus community.The Director reports to the Vice President for Government and Community Affairs and collaborates extensively with University and Health System colleagues to implement legislative and regulatory advocacy strategies. The Director is energetically responsive to campus stakeholders, advising faculty, students, senior administrators, and staff in their engagements with public officials.The Director possesses an advanced understanding of the legislative, administrative, political and operational activities of the federal government; professional experience related to nonprofit higher education; an expansive network of contacts, advanced communication skills, and Capitol Hill experience.The Director is based in Washington, traveling frequently to Philadelphia and periodically to other locations.Job ResponsibilitiesAdvise University leadership on developments in federal government, policy and regulatory authority. Design strategic plans to advance University mission-oriented priorities.Represent the University to key public officials, higher education leaders, associations, and other stakeholders, fostering constructive relationships as a foundation for meaningful communication and influence.Analyze legislative, budgetary, and regulatory actions, monitor political conditions, create communications strategies, develop reports and briefing materials, manage special events.Collaboratively integrate Federal Affairs activities and opportunities across functional areas of OGCA to meet the needs of the campus community.Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.QualificationsMasters Degree preferred, Bachelors Degree required and 7 to 10 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.Capital Hill experience with Higher Education Associations preferred.Lobbyist Registration required.Job Location - City, StateWashington, District of ColumbiaDepartment / SchoolPresident's CenterPay Range$61,046.00 - $107,000.00 Annual RateSalary offers are made based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, as well as internal and market factors and grade profile. Affirmative Action Statement Penn adheres to a policy that prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected class.Special Requirements Background check required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.University BenefitsHealth, 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.To learn more, please visit: https://www.hr.upenn.edu/PennHR/benefits-pay

EOE STATEMENTWe are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. ABOUT THE ORGANIZATIONSince its founding in 1832, Wills Eye has enjoyed a reputation as one of the premier eye facilities in the world. As the first hospital in the United States to be dedicated exclusively to the treatment of eye disorders, and long renowned for excellence in patient care, Wills Eye has ranked consistently as one of the nation's best eye hospitals by U.S. News & World Report since the survey began in 1990.Wills Eye Hospital's benefits program is both comprehensive and cost-effective. Our employees are offered an array of benefits that include health and dental insurance, vision care, prescription drug coverage, and a variety of wellness benefits. Additional enrollment information and specifics will be provided to prospective employees during their onboarding. DESCRIPTIONLocation:Philadelphia, PA 19107Status:Full-time About the PositionThe Director of Annual Giving at Wills Eye Foundation is responsible for raising philanthropic funds from individuals who give $1 to $24,999 annually via targeted appeals, with the goal of increasing the number of donors and dollars. The Director will develop and implement an Annual Fund cultivation and solicitation strategy, manage campaigns to active and lapsed donors through mail and digital channels and grateful patient acquisition campaigns. The Director will establish annual philanthropy as a core program and engagement opportunity, designing and managing a program fully integrated with and partnering with Donor Relations, Major Giving, and Planned Giving. A primary objective of this program is to develop a comprehensive donor pipeline moving donors toward leadership, major, principal, and planned giving.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop a coordinated matrix of communication and solicitation strategies focused on shaping a sustainable tradition of annual support, using a mix of novel and known technologies and tactics.Writing compelling appeal letters (print and email) through strategic storytelling that encourage current, prospective, and lapsed donors to give philanthropic donations to the Wills Eye Foundation.Plan and execute a minimum of four (4) solicitation appeals to all audiences including but not limited to: Day(s) of Giving, Calendar Year End, Doctors' Day, and Fiscal Year End which should include mail, email, online giving, social media, and individual follow up via phone calls. Additional appeals include but are not limited to strategic campaigns, Giving Tuesday, recurring gift donors, employee giving, and crowdfunding.Cultivate and solicit donors in the 1832 Society ($1,832 to $24,999 level) with targeted messaging within the solicitation appeals to encourage leadership level giving. A portfolio of leadership level donors should be cultivated and solicited by the Director of Annual Giving utilizing a personalized donor approach through mail, email, and phone calls.Collaborate with the Director of Donor Relations and Stewardship to ensure all annual fund donors are effectively stewarded throughout the year.Establish a comprehensive solicitation calendar for the year which identifies mail dates, email solicitations, and includes the relevant CDO and leadership approval deadlines, list review, and print deadlines.Each solicitation/appeal should have the unique patient story or theme of each solicitation piece identified in advance.Work with vendors to design, produce, and distribute all annual fund appeal collateral materials including but not limited to the appeal letter, brochure, website, elevator poster, envelopes, response devices, etc. Ensure timely completion of projects and stay within budget.Develop a Wills Eye Hospital Foundation donor brochure that is distributed and available throughout the main Hospital and suburban locations.Collaborate with the Development Database Manager and Director of Development Operations to establish solicitation parameters and a reasonable schedule to have mailing lists pulled from the patient database and the Raisers' Edge database for solicitations and reviewed by colleagues within the Development department.Establish overall metrics and goals to increase donors and dollars for the Wills Eye Hospital Fund, specifically reporting on renewal rates, donor retention, new donor acquisition, and progress to all goals. In addition, establish these goals and metrics for each individual solicitation appeal based on previous years' performance.Work with key internal and cross-departmental partners to enhance engagement, solicitation, and stewardship efforts.Manage Wills Eye Hospital Fund budget and track expenses to maximize cost efficiencies.In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.POSITION REQUIREMENTSKey QualificationsMinimum of eight years of progressively responsible development experience, with a strong working knowledge of the principles and practices of annual giving fundraising in an academic medical, healthcare environment, or comparable complex organization.Highly motivated self-starter who is engaging, resilient, and resourceful with the ability to work independently, as well as part of a team.Excellent ability to set priorities, plan long-term, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and perform in a fast-paced environment to meet deadlines.Detail oriented with a methodical approach to work.Superb analytical thinking skills with ability to assess situations and react appropriately.Superior verbal and written communication skills.Understanding of business implications of decisions and ability to align work with strategic goals.Skilled at relationship management, collaborating with colleagues, and encouraging and facilitating open communication.Ability to liaise in a professional manner with all levels of staff, management, donors, and external contacts.Willingness to work evenings and weekends as required.Attends Wills Eye Hospital sponsored events as required.Solid working knowledge of fundraising databases, preferably Raisers' Edge NXT.Highly skilled at MS Office Suite

Director of DevelopmentPennFuture's mission is to lead the transition to a clean energy economy in Pennsylvania and beyond. We protect our air, water, and land, and empower residents to build sustainable communities for future generations. Working throughout the Commonwealth, PennFuture's team of attorneys, policy experts, organizers, communications specialists, and advocates watchdog against polluters and environmental injustices, educate the public, and advance pro-environment policies.Summary The Director of Development is the chief fundraiser for PennFuture, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, and is responsible for creating, executing, and managing all fundraising and development activities, including raising funds towards a $4 million yearly budget. They will build and oversee the execution of PennFuture's development strategy and will be a member of the senior leadership team. The Director of Development will work to engage and raise funds from existing donors, forge new relationships to build PennFuture's visibility, impact, and financial resources, and create an internal organizational culture for fundraising. This position will primarily be responsible for expanding, diversifying, and strengthening PennFuture's donor base and pipeline, while cultivating existing donors, organizational partners, and supporting foundation fundraising. They will work closely with the President & CEO, leadership team members, the board of directors, and development and executive staff at CVPA, our 501(c)4 strategic partner, to secure funding for new and existing initiatives. Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Justice PennFuture knows that to achieve our mission, we need to ensure that all Pennsylvanians have equitable access to clean air, clean water, a stable climate, and a clean and sustainable economy. We are committed to ensuring diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice in our organizational culture, policies, practices, and programs. Like the environmental and conservation movement writ large, we have historically fallen short in our efforts to build a truly equitable Pennsylvania. Our vision is to center equity and justice in everything we do as well as to combat systems of oppression and injustices that have long harmed Pennsylvania's environmental justice communities. Responsibilities Manage and oversee the development functions of PennFuture: Meet with and make fundraising asks of individual donors. Oversee and lead work on annual membership engagement, including direct mail pieces, email fundraising, and timely acknowledgment. Develop a five-year and annual fundraising plans with evaluation metrics. Develop and implement strategies for the cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of individuals, corporations, and foundations in concert with the President & CEO and Executive Vice President. Manage and develop a portfolio of current, lapsed, and prospective donors. Work with the Executive Vice President and Culture and Operations Manager to manage grant timelines and deliverables, including drafting content and coordinating with program staff, as appropriate. Develop and support joint fundraising with PennFuture strategic partner, Conservation Voters of Pennsylvania (CVPA): Work in deep coordination with Development staff at CVPA to share resources, create equivalencies, and jointly raise more funds for both organizations. Schedule and coordinate joint fundraising asks. Research and explore, in coordination with CVPA, new opportunities for joint fundraising. Lead and manage fundraising tactics with staff and Board: Work with the President & CEO and other staff to lead, organize, and execute various fundraising events each year. Work with and support the Board of Directors in their fundraising efforts. Oversee the Development Coordinator's work to maintain and update donor records in the CRM. Work with the Development Coordinator to perform donor/prospect research, and research new opportunities for foundation or corporate support. Develop and implement communication strategies, in collaboration with the Communications Director, to convey PennFuture's impact, deepen relationships, and inspire philanthropy. Ensure PennFuture is fully engaged in industry best practices, metrics, and trends. Other tasks as assigned. Preferred Experience and Skills 3-5 years of prior development experience, with specific experience making successful, individual major donor asks. Strong commitment to PennFuture's mission. Ability to construct, articulate, and implement annual development strategies. Collaborative spirit-must be a dependable team player. Strong leadership and management skills, and the ability to work effectively in a team and with diverse stakeholders. Commitment to the diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice values and vision of PennFuture and CVPA. Computer proficiency and a working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, Google Non-Profit Suite software, and database and CRM software, including EveryAction. Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion. Valid driver's license and access to a car, with the ability to travel and maintain a flexible work schedule; be willing to work some evenings and/or weekends, as needed. Location, Salary, And Benefits The Director of Development position can be based in any of PennFuture's offices: Pittsburgh, Philadelphia, Harrisburg, Erie, and Stroudsburg, but preference will be given to candidates in Pittsburgh and Philadelphia. In general, PennFuture follows a hybrid work structure where employees can work remotely up to 4 days per week, based on the demands of specific tasks, team collaboration, or personal work preferences. Staff work with their supervisor to ensure the right balance. This is a full-time, exempt position. The salary range is $70,000 - $80,000. Benefits package includes health care, dental, vision, 5 weeks of paid vacation, 2 weeks of paid sick leave, 12 paid holidays, up to 8 weeks of parental leave after 1-year of employment, up to 2 weeks of elderly care leave, and a 403(b)-retirement plan with up to a 4% employer match. PennFuture encourages applications from individuals underrepresented in the environmental community, including people of color, and persons with non-traditional work and educational experience. All applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, national origin, marital status, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, or political affiliation. PennFuture requires proof of vaccination against Covid-19 as a condition of employment but, in some circumstances, we may provide an exemption based on a medical condition that precludes vaccination or because of a deeply held religious conviction. Submission:Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Please submit your cover letter, resume, one writing example of a fundraising solicitation, and contact information for three references to Executive Vice President Matthew Stepp at [email protected]. Please write "DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT" in the subject line.

Director of Academic Operations - Office of Academic Services - Penn EngineeringUniversity OverviewThe 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 TitleDirector of Academic Operations - Office of Academic Services - Penn EngineeringJob Profile TitleDirector B, Student ServicesJob Description SummaryPenn Engineering's world-acclaimed faculty, state-of-the-art research laboratories and highly interdisciplinary curricula offer an experience that is unparalleled. Innovation and technology drive every program and transform the fundamentals of what future engineers are learning. http://www.seas.upenn.edu/Reporting to the Managing Director of the Office of Academic Services, the Director of Academic Operations is a collaborative and results-oriented position to oversee operations and elevate the student experience serving Penn Engineering's undergraduate and graduate communities. In this multifaceted role, the Director will wear multiple hats: project manager, team developer, and technology strategist. The Director will partner with key groups across Penn Engineering to streamline processes, ensure seamless service delivery, and implement best practices in data and knowledge management. They will manage and develop a high-performing Operations team, guiding them and the entire OAS staff in leveraging technology to automate workflows and revolutionize student success efforts. The Director will also take point on a selection of major OAS events like commencements and orientations, providing an opportunity to showcase leadership and organizational skills in high-impact environments.Job DescriptionJob ResponsibilitiesProject ManagementPartner with functional areas within the school to refine processes, procedures, workflows, and metrics to support the academic and student engagement needs of OAS teams. Ensure regular and clear updates are communicated with stakeholders. Constituents may include: Online, Financial Services (PEFS), Computing and Educational Technology Services (CETS), Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (ODEI), and Planning | Design | Construction, with the OAS Managing Director and other OAS leadership.Routinely monitor and evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery and the quality of academic services in partnership with the Managing Director, Director of Student Success & Advising, and other team leadership.Oversee major cross-cutting OAS events, including commencements, student awards ceremonies, and new student orientations. Collaborate closely with event officials at the School and University. Create and implement a mechanism for consistent event evaluation.Operations Team Management and Development Manage and guide the development of a robust Operations team, including student records, data analytics, and office management.Oversee the strategic office management, including decisions on space and technology.Day-to-day management of vendor relationships and contracts.Support the professional development of the Operations team members in partnership with the OAS leadership team to support equitable access to professional growth opportunities for the entire OAS staff.Systems Infrastructure Incorporate best practices in data privacy, security and knowledge management within OASCoordinate with the Director of Advising & Student Success to support a technology strategy that automates and streamlines academic affairs processes; specifically, investigate the leading technologies for ticketing systems, student success CRMs, and project management, and recommend the best path forward to leadership.Foster a culture of learning across staff and departmental/programmatic partners to incorporate new tools and technologies into workflows.Coordinate with the Student Success team to build routine data analysis and reporting to inform decisions made by the Student Success team.Financial OperationsOversee and/or process a variety of financial transactions and reports; produce, monitor, and reconcile budget statements; research, identify, and resolve discrepancies.Manage all major office purchases, invoices, and expenses; ensure accurate record-keeping and filing of all financial/purchasing documents and approvals.Serve as the unit expert on financial policies and practices in partnership with Financial Services (PEFS).Special ProjectsAs a member of the Office of Academic Services leadership team, provide support to the Managing Director and other Directors on a variety of high-level projects, initiatives, and strategic planning.Represent the Operations team in strategic, high-level committees and meetings.QualificationsBachelor's degree and 5-7 years of related experience in higher education working directly with undergraduate and graduate students or an equivalent combination of education and experience.Demonstrated experience bringing operational excellence to an organization. Takes on new opportunities and challenges with a sense of urgency, providing direction, delegating, and removing obstacles to drive results.Outstanding people management skills, including experience managing up - i.e., supporting a principal, candidate, organizational leader, and/or board - as well as experience directly supervising, coaching, and mentoring staff.Strong project management experience, and ability to triage and prioritize activities.Experience leading teams.Proficient with Google Workspace, MS Office 365, communication tools (e.g., Slack, Teams), and able to adapt to new tools and technologies. Demonstrated ability to forge relationships with various internal and external stakeholders within an organization to create collaboration and move strategic projects forward.The ability to multi-task is essential, as well as the ability to build and manage new programs.Exceptional writing and analysis skills.Ability to work independently and as a team member. PreferredMaster's degree in higher education, organizational behavior, data analytics, or a related field is strongly preferred.Experience using technology to streamline student communication through ticketing systems, CRM, and/or project management tools such as Asana and Airtable.Experience working directly with School-level offices such as EOS and University-level offices such as Public Safety is preferred.Experience using problem-solving skills to identify and document patterns of student academic needs; and to develop strategies and programs to successfully meet those needs, as well as the organizational and planning skills to set work priorities under the pressure of deadlines. Demonstrated understanding of the diverse student populations in STEM. Demonstrated ability to design and implement strategic initiatives based on assessment data that improve student success and retention outcomes.Demonstrated record of personal and professional initiative, flexibility, and excellent oral and written communication skills.Job Location - City, StatePhiladelphia, PennsylvaniaDepartment / SchoolSchool of Engineering and Applied SciencePay Range$61,046.00 - $98,000.00 Annual RateSalary offers are made based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, as well as internal and market factors and grade profile. Affirmative Action Statement Penn adheres to a policy that prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected class.Special Requirements Background check required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.University BenefitsHealth, 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.​To learn more, please visit: https://www.hr.upenn.edu/PennHR/benefits-pay To apply, visit https://wd1.myworkdaysite.com/en-US/recruiting/upenn/careers-at-penn/job/School-Eng--Applied-Sciece---107-Towne/Director-of-Academic-Operations---Office-of-Academic-Services---Penn-Engineering_JR00088697Copyright ©2024 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved.Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-763ce672be4dc24b9859e51f5bafb5d7

Director of Meetings and EventsMLR Media is a Philadelphia-based media and events company serving public and private company directors, leaders and owners of multi-generational family businesses, and C-suite executives. MLR Media brands include Directors & Boards, Family Business, Private Company Director, and FO Pro and the Character of the Corporation, Transitions, Private Company Governance Summit, and Family Business Legacy and ALIGN conferences. We produce, and are known for, our unique and innovative conferences and live events for each of these brands. Many attendees tell us that our events are the best they've ever attended.The Event Director will work with the publishing director, marketing director, sales and content teams and art director to consistently deliver best-in-class live and digital events, and will supervise the events coordinator. Detail-, business- and results-oriented, with a strong creative and innovative mindset. Strong focus on internal and external customer service. Demonstrated creativity and innovation to ensure that our events remain relevant and "must-attend."The position is in Philadelphia, with at least three days a week in office.Performance Measures• Meet and exceed event attendee and sponsorship goals through effective, well-written and well-planned marketing• Ensure events are planned and populated 9-12 months in advance• Detailed and precise execution of pre-event, event and post-event responsibilities• Development of new event opportunities• Deliver an exceptional customer service experience to our attendees, speakers, sponsors and internal staffGeneral• Manage the budget and exceed goals for all live and digital events• Create and track event budgets and schedules, up to two years in advance• Identify venues and negotiate contracts with venues and service providers• Work with publishing director to establish sponsorship and registration rates• Travel to attend and participate in events, and sales calls• Effectively represent MLR Media and its products• Oversee development of timelines for conference locations, dates, themes, topics and potential speakers at least one year out from each event• Create and oversee execution of event timelines in coordination with Publishing Director• Develop and track performance against annual conference budgets and goals• Develop and maintain prospective attendee databases• Special focus on keynote speaker identification and confirmation• Manage multiple projects simultaneously with attention to detail and constantly improve event processes• Strong copywriting skillsPre-event• Create, track and monitor weekly event meeting agendas, schedule meeting and deliver notes and assignments• In concert with Publishing Director and Editorial team, develop conference and live event themes, topics, and sessions• Schedule and execute conference marketing, digitally and in print, in concert with Marketing Director and Publishing Director. Work with concierge sales team to build registrations.• Create and update event websites, ensure the site is proofread and accurate• Create list of potential speakers, manage speaker database, and track confirmed speakers• Manage speaker communications, including confirmations, full contact details, travel plans• Schedule and participate in speaker preparation meetings with moderators/facilitators and assigned editorial team members• Manage flow of conference presentations, edit and format to standards• Develop, execute and distribute attendee pre-conference surveys• Acquire, edit, and format Attendee Bios and Photos• Prepare and publish all conference materials for print and digital distribution, including Evaluation Forms, Conference Program, Pre-Conference Survey Results, Welcome Letters, Presentations and Attendee bios• Create final name badge and ribbon database for each event, assign conference sessions, table seating, create personal schedules for attendees• Create and distribute conference script• Responsible for attendee customer service prior to and after each conference• Assist with manual conference registrations and changes, as needed.• Pre-event attendee communication, including follow up for photos and bios, sending attendee information forms, and attendee preparation for the event emailsEvent• Manage events onsite• Coordinate and assist with event set up and tear down• Onsite coordination with venue, catering and AV personnel• Assist with onsite registrations and materials distribution• Ensure speakers are present, with microphones, and on stage on time• Deal with sponsor and attendee concerns and issues• Oversee on-site registrations, handbook sales and other ancillary revenue generating opportunitiesPost-Event• Schedule and lead post-event de-briefings• Calculate final evaluation scores, distribute evaluation report• Post-event attendee communications, including attendee and speaker thank yous• Track cancelations and registration changes, and potential re-application of registrations to future events.Webinarso Manage the schedule of available webinarso Participate in webinar sales callso Coordinate webinar topic and speaker preparation with sales team and clientso Secure additional speakers as neededo Schedule and execute webinar attendee marketing in concert with marketing directoro Work with webinar platform provider to schedule events, set up registration page, and track attendanceo Participate in webinars behind the scenes, assisting with attendee technical questions and questions for the speakerso Deliver reporting to the client with appropriate follow upKey Experience Requirements include:• Minimum 10 years events experience• Strong experience with Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Acrobat, html, Google Docs, CMS systems Magazine Manager/Sales Force or other CRM systems, experience with Cvent or similar events platform• Demonstrated project management abilityKey personal characteristics include:• Ability to show leadership in a team environment• Thrive in a fast-paced, creative and detail-oriented environment• Maintain positive relationships with all stake holders• Remain calm and reasoned under pressure• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities with grace and precision• Excellent written and verbal skills

Director, Office of Global EngagementUniversity OverviewThe 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 TitleDirector, Office of Global EngagementJob Profile TitleDirector B, Academic Affairs, Global AffairsJob Description SummaryThis role focuses on the development, administration and delivery of global initiatives, programs and courses at Penn. This position may work closely with faculty, staff, and students to propose and execute courses and provides strategic advising and enrollment management of the program. Develops strategic plan focussed on expanding the global reach of Penn's programs.Job DescriptionThe University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School is one of the nation's oldest and most distinguished law schools. The School offers a unique approach, incorporating cross-disciplinary education, a distinctly collaborative environment, and an innovative curriculum to enrich student learning. The small and highly interdisciplinary faculty achieves scholarly excellence while emphasizing a shared effort to advance understanding of the law. The result is an intellectual community that bridges traditional boundaries and disciplines, within a resowed internal culture of collegiality, making Penn Carey Law an extraordinary supportive academic community for all its members.Penn Carey Law's commitment to interdisciplinary education for students extends to training outside the traditional classroom to meet educational and professional development opportunities across platforms and modes of delivery. Penn Carey Law's Office of Global Engagement (formerly the Office of International Affairs) promotes, develops, and facilitates student engagement with international programming, including study abroad; global fellowships; conferences and research opportunities; student-lead projects; and promotion of global engagement.Reporting to the Vice Dean of Student Services, the Director of Global Engagement develops strategic plans and collaborations, oversees and implements innovative and high-quality student-focused programming, and creates and capitalizes on opportunities that ensure Penn Carey Law's students can engage in research, study, and work around the world.QualificationsDemonstrated performance record of at least seven to ten years in successful and progressively responsible leadership. This can be demonstrated in institutional management, higher education, international or global programming development, or law firm or legal industry experience. Excellent portfolio of programs and initiatives that establish an ability to think creatively about student-focused programming and an ability to collaborate across a variety of systems and organizational situations. Experience developing and running successful student global engagement opportunities is strongly preferred. Demonstrated management skills with a record demonstrating effective leadership as a strong and motivational manager.Demonstrated ability to work with diverse group of students, prioritizing educational and professional development goals.Demonstrated commitment to diversity and sensitivity to cultural, ethnic, geographic, and experiential backgrounds; global experience and language(s) in addition to English are preferred.Must show effective judgement, discretion, and the ability to handle confidential matters.Bachelor's degree required; 5-7 years of relevant experience required; JD or foreign equivalent, or Masters degree, preferred, with a concentration in higher education, international relations, or a related field.Special RequirementsBackground check required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job. The University of Pennsylvania and its Law School are equal opportunity employers.Job Location - City, StatePhiladelphia, PennsylvaniaDepartment / SchoolLaw SchoolPay Range$61,046.00 - $110,000.00 Annual RateSalary offers are made based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, as well as internal and market factors and grade profile. Affirmative Action Statement Penn adheres to a policy that prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected class.Special Requirements Background check required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.University BenefitsHealth, 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.​To learn more, please visit: https://www.hr.upenn.edu/PennHR/benefits-pay To apply, visit https://wd1.myworkdaysite.com/en-US/recruiting/upenn/careers-at-penn/job/Law-School/Director--Office-of-Global-Engagement_JR00088948Copyright ©2024 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved.Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-794998ac0b979445aca513a77c72e249

University OverviewThe 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 TitleDirector, Office of Global EngagementJob Profile TitleDirector B, Academic Affairs, Global AffairsJob Description SummaryThis role focuses on the development, administration and delivery of global initiatives, programs and courses at Penn. This position may work closely with faculty, staff, and students to propose and execute courses and provides strategic advising and enrollment management of the program. Develops strategic plan focussed on expanding the global reach of Penn's programs.Job DescriptionThe University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School is one of the nation's oldest and most distinguished law schools. The School offers a unique approach, incorporating cross-disciplinary education, a distinctly collaborative environment, and an innovative curriculum to enrich student learning. The small and highly interdisciplinary faculty achieves scholarly excellence while emphasizing a shared effort to advance understanding of the law. The result is an intellectual community that bridges traditional boundaries and disciplines, within a resowed internal culture of collegiality, making Penn Carey Law an extraordinary supportive academic community for all its members.Penn Carey Law's commitment to interdisciplinary education for students extends to training outside the traditional classroom to meet educational and professional development opportunities across platforms and modes of delivery. Penn Carey Law's Office of Global Engagement (formerly the Office of International Affairs) promotes, develops, and facilitates student engagement with international programming, including study abroad; global fellowships; conferences and research opportunities; student-lead projects; and promotion of global engagement.Reporting to the Vice Dean of Student Services, the Director of Global Engagement develops strategic plans and collaborations, oversees and implements innovative and high-quality student-focused programming, and creates and capitalizes on opportunities that ensure Penn Carey Law's students can engage in research, study, and work around the world.QualificationsDemonstrated performance record of at least seven to ten years in successful and progressively responsible leadership. This can be demonstrated in institutional management, higher education, international or global programming development, or law firm or legal industry experience. Excellent portfolio of programs and initiatives that establish an ability to think creatively about student-focused programming and an ability to collaborate across a variety of systems and organizational situations. Experience developing and running successful student global engagement opportunities is strongly preferred. Demonstrated management skills with a record demonstrating effective leadership as a strong and motivational manager.Demonstrated ability to work with diverse group of students, prioritizing educational and professional development goals.Demonstrated commitment to diversity and sensitivity to cultural, ethnic, geographic, and experiential backgrounds; global experience and language(s) in addition to English are preferred.Must show effective judgement, discretion, and the ability to handle confidential matters.Bachelor's degree required; 5-7 years of relevant experience required; JD or foreign equivalent, or Masters degree, preferred, with a concentration in higher education, international relations, or a related field.Special RequirementsBackground check required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job. The University of Pennsylvania and its Law School are equal opportunity employers.Job Location - City, StatePhiladelphia, PennsylvaniaDepartment / SchoolLaw SchoolPay Range$61,046.00 - $110,000.00 Annual RateSalary offers are made based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, as well as internal and market factors and grade profile. Affirmative Action Statement Penn adheres to a policy that prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected class.Special Requirements Background check required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.University BenefitsHealth, 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.To learn more, please visit: https://www.hr.upenn.edu/PennHR/benefits-pay

University OverviewThe 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 TitleDirector of Academic Operations - Office of Academic Services - Penn EngineeringJob Profile TitleDirector B, Student ServicesJob Description SummaryPenn Engineering's world-acclaimed faculty, state-of-the-art research laboratories and highly interdisciplinary curricula offer an experience that is unparalleled. Innovation and technology drive every program and transform the fundamentals of what future engineers are learning. http://www.seas.upenn.edu/Reporting to the Managing Director of the Office of Academic Services, the Director of Academic Operations is a collaborative and results-oriented position to oversee operations and elevate the student experience serving Penn Engineering's undergraduate and graduate communities. In this multifaceted role, the Director will wear multiple hats: project manager, team developer, and technology strategist. The Director will partner with key groups across Penn Engineering to streamline processes, ensure seamless service delivery, and implement best practices in data and knowledge management. They will manage and develop a high-performing Operations team, guiding them and the entire OAS staff in leveraging technology to automate workflows and revolutionize student success efforts. The Director will also take point on a selection of major OAS events like commencements and orientations, providing an opportunity to showcase leadership and organizational skills in high-impact environments.Job DescriptionJob ResponsibilitiesProject ManagementPartner with functional areas within the school to refine processes, procedures, workflows, and metrics to support the academic and student engagement needs of OAS teams. Ensure regular and clear updates are communicated with stakeholders. Constituents may include: Online, Financial Services (PEFS), Computing and Educational Technology Services (CETS), Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (ODEI), and Planning | Design | Construction, with the OAS Managing Director and other OAS leadership.Routinely monitor and evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery and the quality of academic services in partnership with the Managing Director, Director of Student Success & Advising, and other team leadership.Oversee major cross-cutting OAS events, including commencements, student awards ceremonies, and new student orientations. Collaborate closely with event officials at the School and University. Create and implement a mechanism for consistent event evaluation.Operations Team Management and Development Manage and guide the development of a robust Operations team, including student records, data analytics, and office management.Oversee the strategic office management, including decisions on space and technology.Day-to-day management of vendor relationships and contracts.Support the professional development of the Operations team members in partnership with the OAS leadership team to support equitable access to professional growth opportunities for the entire OAS staff.Systems Infrastructure Incorporate best practices in data privacy, security and knowledge management within OASCoordinate with the Director of Advising & Student Success to support a technology strategy that automates and streamlines academic affairs processes; specifically, investigate the leading technologies for ticketing systems, student success CRMs, and project management, and recommend the best path forward to leadership.Foster a culture of learning across staff and departmental/programmatic partners to incorporate new tools and technologies into workflows.Coordinate with the Student Success team to build routine data analysis and reporting to inform decisions made by the Student Success team.Financial OperationsOversee and/or process a variety of financial transactions and reports; produce, monitor, and reconcile budget statements; research, identify, and resolve discrepancies.Manage all major office purchases, invoices, and expenses; ensure accurate record-keeping and filing of all financial/purchasing documents and approvals.Serve as the unit expert on financial policies and practices in partnership with Financial Services (PEFS).Special ProjectsAs a member of the Office of Academic Services leadership team, provide support to the Managing Director and other Directors on a variety of high-level projects, initiatives, and strategic planning.Represent the Operations team in strategic, high-level committees and meetings.QualificationsBachelor's degree and 5-7 years of related experience in higher education working directly with undergraduate and graduate students or an equivalent combination of education and experience.Demonstrated experience bringing operational excellence to an organization. Takes on new opportunities and challenges with a sense of urgency, providing direction, delegating, and removing obstacles to drive results.Outstanding people management skills, including experience managing up - i.e., supporting a principal, candidate, organizational leader, and/or board - as well as experience directly supervising, coaching, and mentoring staff.Strong project management experience, and ability to triage and prioritize activities.Experience leading teams.Proficient with Google Workspace, MS Office 365, communication tools (e.g., Slack, Teams), and able to adapt to new tools and technologies. Demonstrated ability to forge relationships with various internal and external stakeholders within an organization to create collaboration and move strategic projects forward.The ability to multi-task is essential, as well as the ability to build and manage new programs.Exceptional writing and analysis skills.Ability to work independently and as a team member. PreferredMaster's degree in higher education, organizational behavior, data analytics, or a related field is strongly preferred.Experience using technology to streamline student communication through ticketing systems, CRM, and/or project management tools such as Asana and Airtable.Experience working directly with School-level offices such as EOS and University-level offices such as Public Safety is preferred.Experience using problem-solving skills to identify and document patterns of student academic needs; and to develop strategies and programs to successfully meet those needs, as well as the organizational and planning skills to set work priorities under the pressure of deadlines. Demonstrated understanding of the diverse student populations in STEM. Demonstrated ability to design and implement strategic initiatives based on assessment data that improve student success and retention outcomes.Demonstrated record of personal and professional initiative, flexibility, and excellent oral and written communication skills.Job Location - City, StatePhiladelphia, PennsylvaniaDepartment / SchoolSchool of Engineering and Applied SciencePay Range$61,046.00 - $98,000.00 Annual RateSalary offers are made based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, as well as internal and market factors and grade profile. Affirmative Action Statement Penn adheres to a policy that prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected class.Special Requirements Background check required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.University BenefitsHealth, 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.To learn more, please visit: https://www.hr.upenn.edu/PennHR/benefits-pay