Program Specialist, Office of Professional Engagement and Learning (OPEL) - Panama City Campus
About The Position
Florida State University is one of the nation's top public universities and FSU Panama City amplifies the university's efforts to preserve, expand, and disseminate knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and human services professions. FSU Panama City is located 100 miles west of Tallahassee on the beautiful North St. Andrews Bay and is only three miles from the beaches of the emerald coast. FSU PC currently houses 20 bachelor's programs, 9 master's programs, and 1 doctoral program, and boasts a small faculty-to-student ratio, which gives students a more personalized academic experience. Please visit https://pc.fsu.edu/promise for information about our FSU PC Promise to students and https://pc.fsu.edu/ for more information about our campus. FSU Panama City also recently opened a brand new, residential housing complex on campus and right on the water. This new apartment-style complex at FSU PC houses both undergraduate and graduate students. For more information about our on-campus housing, visit https://seminolelandingfsu.com/. The OPEL Program Specialist supports the Office of Professional Engagement and Learning by coordinating short-term workforce training programs, workshops, and bootcamps. This position plays a vital role in managing the day-to-day coordination of continuing and professional education programs offered through FSU Panama City.
Requirements
- A Bachelor's degree and two years of experience; or a high school diploma or equivalent and six years of experience.
- (Note: a combination of post high school education and experience equal to six years.)
Nice To Haves
- Degree in a technical field (Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering or a related area)
- Professional certifications in IT or cybersecurity (e.g., Amazon Web Services, Certified Information Systems Security Professional, and Cisco Certified Network Associate).
- Experience coordinating workforce development, adult education, or career training programs.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in managing multiple projects simultaneously.
- Familiarity with continuing education and workforce readiness initiatives.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Canva or similar design tools, and social media platforms.
- Experience with online learning management systems (Canvas, D2L, Moodle).
- Technical certifications (CompTIA, AWS, Cisco, etc.) and hands-on experience leading or supporting IT or cybersecurity training.
Responsibilities
- Assisting with planning, scheduling, and executing training sessions and special events.
- Coordinating communication with learners, instructors, and partners, including registration, materials distribution, and attendance tracking.
- Promoting OPEL programs through flyers, social media, email campaigns, and tabling events.
- Supporting data collection and reporting efforts to measure program impact and guide improvement.
- Managing instructional materials, supplies, and technology used in program delivery.
- Providing administrative and logistical support for both in-person and online courses.
- Serving as a point of contact for learners, partners, and faculty by phone, email, or in person.
- Gathering participant feedback and contributing to continuous program development.
- Performing other duties as necessary to ensure effective and compliant program operations.
Benefits
- FSU offers a robust Total Rewards package. Visit our website to learn more about our Compensation, Benefits, Wellness, Recognition, and Employee Development programs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Educational Services
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
