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. CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday. If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete the application process for external applicants. Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants. POSITION SPECIFICS The Sokolov-Miller Family Financial and Life Skills Center seeks candidates for Education Program Specialists. These educators will provide a broad range of support for students' success and financial literacy learning by developing, implementing, and evaluating the various elements of the Sokolov-Miller Family Financial and Life Skills Center's strategic vision and activities. This position plays a central role in managing the day-to-day operations of the Student Financial Wellness Ambassador program, ensuring student employees are well-trained, supported, and effectively delivering financial education. This position also serves as a primary educator for the Center, facilitating engaging and evidence-based presentations across campuses and for diverse audiences. This role requires strong instructional skills, the ability to supervise and mentor student staff, and a commitment to advancing financial wellness through inclusive and accessible education. This position offers a flexible work arrangement that combines remote and on-campus work. Questions related to flexible work should be directed to the hiring manager during the interview process. Key Responsibilities: Deliver financial education presentations, workshops, and coaching sessions across Penn State campuses. Facilitate classroom instruction and educational programs using established curriculum and learning resources. Adapt educational content to meet the needs of diverse audiences and learning environments. Serve as a primary educator and representative of the Sokolov-Miller Family Financial & Life Skills Center. Supervise and support Student Financial Wellness Ambassadors. Coordinate student employee schedules, assignments, and program participation. Provide training, coaching, and performance feedback to student staff. Coordinate logistics for workshops, presentations, and outreach events. Serve as a point of contact for program requests and campus partners. Manage scheduling, communications, materials, and event preparation activities. Collect and track participation, assessment, and program outcome data. Prepare reports and recommendations to support program improvement. Support outreach, marketing, and communication efforts that promote financial wellness programs. Maintain and update educational resources, presentations, and program materials. Contribute to the advancement of financial literacy and student success initiatives. Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Education, Finance, Counseling, Higher Education, Student Affairs, Communications, or a related field. Experience delivering presentations, workshops, training programs, or educational programming. Experience supervising, mentoring, or leading student employees, peer educators, or volunteers. Knowledge of financial wellness, financial literacy, or student success programs. Experience collecting, analyzing, and reporting program data and assessment results. Strong communication, facilitation, organization, and relationship-building skills. MINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS Bachelor's Degree 3+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted Required Certifications: None BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. SALARY & BENEFITS The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $59,580.00 - $86,400.00. Salary Structure - Information on Penn State's salary structure Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children. For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page. 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. EEO IS THE LAW Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, 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. Penn State is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university’s teaching, research, and service mission. Federal Contractors Labor Law Poster PA State Labor Law Poster Penn State Policies Copyright Information Hotlines There’s a reason Penn State consistently ranks among the top one percent of the world’s universities. Across 24 campuses, our 100,000 students and 40,000 faculty and staff know the real measure of success goes beyond the classroom – it’s the positive impact made on communities across the world. Our ideals stem from our origins as Pennsylvania’s sole land-grant institution, which allow us to continue to bring positive impact to humanity through our teaching, research, and engagement mission. And across the world is a community of Penn Staters – more than half a million strong – driven by that same spirit to serve our local and global communities. At Penn State, passion is met with collaboration in an environment that is rooted in shared pride for the accomplishments of our fellow students, faculty, staff, and alumni. Penn Staters cheer each other on to build a culture committed to service and engagement. Our University values represent our core ethical aspirations for all our daily activities and actions as students, faculty, staff, and volunteers at Penn State. Our values are as follows; Integrity, Respect, Responsibility, Discovery, Excellence, and Community. We Are Penn State. One Community. Impacting Many.

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