Global Safety Analyst

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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

As the central hub for Penn State's worldwide initiatives, Penn State Global offers pathways for individuals interested in pursuing a career in international education. Currently, Penn State Global is in search of a highly driven individual with strong analytical skills to take on the role of Global Safety Analyst. This position entails being a part of the Global Safety team, a group of professionals dedicated to implementing Penn State Global's protocols, guidelines, and training programs to ensure the health, safety, and security of Penn State's students, faculty, and staff during international travels.

The primary responsibilities of the analyst include conducting thorough research and risk assessments related to the health, safety, and security conditions of various destinations frequented by university-affiliated travelers. Moreover, the analyst oversees the registration and monitoring of international travel activities, reviews travel documentation, and provides support to travelers regarding the university's international health insurance coverage.

Key duties:

• Conduct comprehensive research and risk assessments for diverse international destinations.

• Implement effective mitigation strategies to minimize traveler risks.

• Monitor and report significant global developments impacting university travelers.

• Oversee travel registration and maintain accurate records of international travelers.

• Develop and deliver training and pre-departure briefings for faculty, staff, and students.

• Coordinate with the university's international emergency assistance and medical insurance providers.

• Offer guidance on insurance procedures to university travelers.

• Facilitate communication between international insurance providers and university travelers.

• Manage restricted travel petitions and liaise with travelers and other university stakeholders.

• Collaborate with the Office of Ethics and Compliance for Export Control reviews.

• Participate in a rotational on-call schedule for the Global Safety duty phone, promptly responding to critical incidents, even during after-hours, weekends, or holidays.

This role involves engaging with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders, including students, faculty, senior university administrators, and businesses. Global Safety ensures a weekday in-person presence of one or more employees at the University Park campus during regular business hours. Penn State Global acknowledges and supports flexible work arrangements as long as they meet the unit's requirements and the essential duties of the position. There is potential for this position to qualify for a hybrid work setup, allowing for a combination of in-person and remote work. Any inquiries regarding flexible work arrangements should be directed to the hiring manager during the interview process.

Education and Experience

The position minimally requires a bachelor's degree or higher and three years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Preferred qualifications encompass, but are not confined to, experience such as living, working, or traveling abroad, proficiency in analysis and research, adeptness in data processing, critical thinking skills, problem-solving abilities, and experience in public speaking. Some level of domestic and international travel may be anticipated as part of the role.

Additional Preferred Education, Skills, and Experience

• Proficiency in understanding global issues.

• Prior experience thriving in a fast-paced team environment.

• Capability to respond adeptly to emergency situations.

• Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment and work autonomously with minimal supervision.

• Strong attention to detail, organizational prowess, adeptness in managing multiple priorities, and meeting concurrent deadlines.

• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality.

• Dedication to fostering diversity.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and capacity to quickly grasp new software applications.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

The anticipated start date for this position is May 2024.

Application instructions: Complete applications must include a cover letter and resume.

The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability in all its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusion that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity in society and nature, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.

We encourage applicants to review Penn State’s Values (https://universityethics.psu.edu/penn-state-values ) 

The pay range for this position, including all possible grades is:

$46,400.00 - $67,300.00

Salary Structure - additional information on Penn State's job and salary structure. 

CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS:

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here .

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. 

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