Job No. 154500
- Job Title:
- Assistant Director - Financial Well-being & Literacy (SFINA & SBS)
- Employer:
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Texas Tech University
- Location:
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Lubbock , TX
- Posting Date:
- 24-Dec-2024
- Description:
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Position Description
Performs varied and complex administrative duties in the management and coordination of a large specialized project and/or program. Requires independent judgment and application of established policies and procedures. Works under general supervision with evaluation based on overall results obtained. This position will work closely with the following departments Student Financial Aid & Scholarships and Student Business Services.
About the University
Established in 1923, Texas Tech University is a Carnegie R1 (very high research activity) Doctoral/Research-Extensive, Hispanic Serving, and state-assisted institution. Located on a beautiful 1,850-acre campus in Lubbock, a city in West Texas with a growing metropolitan-area population of over 300,000, the university enrolls over 40,000 students with 33,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students. As the primary research institution in the western two-thirds of the state, Texas Tech University is home to 10 colleges, the Schools of Law and Veterinary Medicine, and the Graduate School. The flagship of the Texas Tech University System, Texas Tech is dedicated to student success by preparing learners to be ethical leaders for a diverse and globally competitive workforce. It is committed to enhancing the cultural and economic development of the state, nation, and world.
About Lubbock:Referred to as the “Hub City” because it serves as the educational, cultural, economic, and health care hub of the South Plains region, Lubbock boasts a diverse population and a strong connection to community, history, and land. With a mild climate, highly rated public schools, and a low cost of living, Lubbock is a family-friendly community that is ranked as one of the best places to live in Texas. Lubbock is home to a celebrated and ever-evolving music scene, a vibrant arts community, and is within driving distance of Dallas, Austin, Santa Fe, and other major metropolitan cities. Lubbock’s Convention & Visitors Bureau provides a comprehensive overview of the Lubbock community and its resources, programs, events, and histories.
About the Department and/or College
Financial Well-being & Literacy department will focus on improving the financial well-being and literacy of Texas Tech University students and their families. This position is an expansion of the currently existing Red to Black® Peer Financial Coaching Program.
Major/Essential Functions
Coordinate and oversee outreach initiatives related to financial well-being and literacy (in collaboration with Student Financial Aid & Scholarships) to prospective students and families. Including but not limited to attending student recruitment processes and events, and outreach throughout new student orientation.
Oversee financial well-being and literacy education prior to and during new student orientation. Including but not limited to: oversight of educational module, one-on-one meetings with students and families, and development of communication materials.
Coordinate outreach and support initiatives for various at-risk student populations.
Provide one-on-one financial coaching sessions to students and families as needed.
Provide support for Financial Well-Being & Literacy, Red to Black, and Academic Innovation as needed.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in the area of specialization or closely related field. Three years of related administrative and technical experience. Additional job related education may be substituted for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree in financial planning, Higher Education or equivalent area, Accredited Financial Counselor certificate.
Safety Information
Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.