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  Req#: REQ_0000040363

  APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

  • CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process . Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.

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  • If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete the application process for external applicants.

  JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

  The Sokolov-Miller Family Financial and Life Skills Center is seeking applicants for a full-time Financial Literacy Associate (Education Program Specialist 2) to provide education and outreach for Penn State students, staff, and faculty, various Penn State colleges, and Commonwealth campuses. The Center is part of the Department of Undergraduate Education located at Penn State’s University Park campus and serves over 4,000 students annually. This position reports to the director of the Financial and Life Skills Center.

  In collaboration with staff, the successful candidate should expect to contribute to the following:

  • D evelop, coordinate, present , and evaluate a wide variety of financial education programs , including: individual coaching, webinars, presentations and workshops

  • Serve as a unit liaison; cultivate and maintain relationships with u niversity partners

  • Analyze program outcomes and prepare reports

  • Plan and coordinate marketing for educational programs and services

  • Identify, recruit, train, and supervise instructional program student personnel

  • Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the director

  Questions related to flexible work should be directed to the hiring manager during the interview process.

  Education and experience:

  This position typically requires a b achelor's degree or higher plus two years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Education and/or experience in consumer finance, education, social work, or counseling is preferred. Additional qualifications include :

  • Strong communication (verbal and written), problem-solving, organizational, and computer skills

  • Experience presenting to small and large groups virtually and in person

  • Ability to be innovative and adaptable

  • Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging

  • Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively on tasks
    

  Application information and instructions: Review of applications will begin one week from posting date. Both a cover letter and resume must be submitted to be considered for the position.

  Penn State offers competitive benefits to full-time employees including medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans in addition to tuition discounts, generous vacation time, sick time, paid holidays, and professional development opportunities . Please visit https://hr.psu.edu/benefits for more information.

  The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability in all of 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.

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  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.

  EEO IS THE LAW

  Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applications without regards to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.

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  The Pennsylvania State University is a state-related, land-grant research university with campuses and facilities throughout Pennsylvania.

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