UACS Site Coordinator, Netter Center for Community ...

UACS Site Coordinator, Netter Center for Community Partnerships The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn's distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America's Best Large Employers in 2023. Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play. The University offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits, a wealth of health and wellness programs and resources, and much more. Job Profile Title: Coordinator B Job Description Summary: The Netter Center's UACS Site Coordinator will serve as the connector between the school site and the University. Specifically, the UACS Site Coordinator will supervise school day, out-of-school time (OST)/afterschool and summer enrichment programs, as well as academic program partnerships and activities. The UACS OST/afterschool programs offer academic, cultural and recreational programming to students Monday through Friday from the last bell (2:54pm) until 6:00pm through the academic year and from 8am 5pm for 6 weeks each summer. The academic schedule is typically 9:30AM 6:30PM. Major components of the position include planning, organizing and supervising the program's PT staff, university student workers and volunteers and supporting their delivery of effective instruction and programming. This position will also implement direct service related to program implementation. This position will implement all required program reporting and compliance, including that of funders and the Netter Center. Compliance activities include proper and complete student participant enrollment and student attendance documentation, among other tasks. This position works as part of a team with other Netter Center staff and school partners and will work closely with ABCS courses and facilitate connections to faculty partners. This position works closely with the school building leadership and the Director of Teaching and Learning to ensure programming addresses the academic needs of students and also supervises undergraduate fellows, work-study and volunteer Penn students. The position is supervised by the UACS High School Program Manager. Duties/Job Responsibilities: School day, OST/afterschool and Summer Program Supervision and Implementation: In partnership with Netter staff, University partners, school administration, afterschool instructors, UACS teacher-partners and Penn students, select, design, coordinate and implement programs that improve student academic achievement using youth-centered and problem-solving learning approaches. Staff & University Student Supervision: Supervise and coordinate part-time temp staff, Penn students and volunteers engaged in school day, afterschool and summer programming. Evaluation & Data Collection | Program Compliance: Work with the Data & Evaluation team to record, track and maintain student participant program enrollment and daily attendance in compliance with funders and the Netter Center guidelines. UACS Program Operations: Convene with school administration, faculty and Penn-based faculty and partners to plan and coordinate school-based program operations such as special program-related event planning, materials and supplies ordering, ensuring staff have required compliance documents. Communications: Maintain regular written and verbal communications with the UACS teams, school administration, school-based and Penn-based partners to keep all parties informed about program developments and updates. Other duties as assigned This position is contingent upon grant funding. Qualifications: Bachelors degree and 2 to 3 years of experience working with high school-aged (grades 9-12) students or equivalent combination of education and experience is required. Strong experience with community schools, preferably university-assisted community schools, and service learning, preferably academically-based community service, reading and writing literacy and youth workforce development strongly preferred. Knowledge about Penn and West Philadelphia preferred. Experience in facilitating successful youth development programs, collaborative endeavors, and managing multiple programs at once. Track record of both self-directed and team-oriented accomplishments. Seeking someone who is organized, detail-oriented, accurate, dependable, and flexible. Job Location: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Department / School: School of Arts and Sciences Pay Range: $55,000.00 - $57,000.00 Annual Rate Salary offers are made based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, and in alignment with salary ranges based on external market data for the job's level. Internal organization and peer data at Penn are also considered. Equal Opportunity Statement: The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state or local law. Special Requirements: Background checks may be required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job. University Benefits: Health, Life, and Flexible Spending Accounts Tuition Retirement Time Away from Work Long-Term Care Insurance Wellness and Work-life Resources Professional and Personal Development University Resources Discounts and Special Services Flexible Work Hours Penn Home Ownership Services Adoption Assistance The University of Pennsylvania's special character is reflected in the wide variety of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of the Penn community. We seek talented faculty and staff who will constitute a vibrant community and help create an educational and working environment that best supports the University's commitment to excellence in teaching, research, and scholarship.

Created: 2026-03-04