Jen Marco

Leads community fitness classes, adapting exercises for various age groups and abilities. Promotes healthy lifestyles and encourages participation in library-sponsored wellness programs.

Served the Associate Vice Provost for Student Success and Advising in curating and delivering strategic communications to the University community using Drupal and Campaign Monitor. Curated, implemented, and regulated assessment frameworks and strategies for student success. Co-PI and Project Director for the Department of Education-funded Pitt PRSSIM Project.

Instructs fitness classes tailored for senior living residents, promoting physical activity and well-being. Develops and leads engaging exercise routines to meet diverse fitness levels.

Served as a liaison between the Office of the Provost and IT in preparing strategic communications. Managed IT service delivery and relationships for the Office of the Provost.

Served in Project Manager capacities for University-wide student success initiatives and special projects. Translated academic and IT goals into innovative technical solutions to improve the student experience.

Troubleshot course enrollment challenges and functions within PeopleSoft for the University’s students. Trained university administrators to use PeopleSoft student records functionality.

Maintained student files in support of the Department of Epidemiology’s Student Services team. Planned and executed student-focused events for the Department of Epidemiology.

Supervised and led a team of analysts and front-line support for Enrollment Services for approximately 30,000 students. Served as a web editor for the office using WordPress and Drupal. Supported functional needs of schools and departments regarding PeopleSoft for student recordkeeping, including projects to improve course registration.

Provided fitness instruction and guidance to clients in a gym setting. Developed personalized workout plans and motivated individuals to achieve their fitness goals.

Conducted group fitness classes and provided individual fitness consultations. Ensured a safe and engaging environment for all participants while promoting health and wellness.

Led various fitness classes for university faculty, staff, and students at the University Club Fitness Center. Provided guidance on proper exercise techniques and promoted a healthy campus lifestyle.

Scheduled classrooms for courses using CollegeNet’s 25Live scheduling system and PeopleSoft, ensuring compliance with university facility policies. Managed open and close schedules and approved/monitored extracurricular use of facilities.

Delivered fitness instruction and support within a community fitness initiative. Assisted participants in achieving their fitness goals through structured exercise programs.

Shared knowledge about the University of Pittsburgh academic policies, options, and guidance techniques. Advised incoming University of Pittsburgh first-year students.

Managed data collection and entry for research studies conducted by the Prevention Research Center. Formulated research study participant materials for submission to the Institutional Review Board (IRB).

Completed a Master of Education degree focusing on administrative and policy studies. Gained expertise in educational leadership and policy development.

Earned a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from the Dietrich School of Arts & Sciences. Developed a strong foundation in sociological theories and research methods.

Completed a Diversity & Inclusion Certificate program. Focused on fostering inclusive environments and understanding diverse perspectives.

Obtained a Google Project Management Certificate. Acquired skills in project planning, execution, and agile methodologies.

Earned a Human Centered Design Practitioner Certificate from the LUMA Institute. Developed expertise in applying human-centered design principles to problem-solving.

Certified as a Group Fitness Instructor by AFAA. Gained knowledge in leading various group exercise formats and ensuring participant safety.

Obtained certification in Adult First Aid, CPR, and AED from the American Red Cross. Trained in emergency response and life-saving techniques.