Job Information
University of North Carolina- Chapel Hill Assistant Director of Financial Well-Being in NC-Chapel-Hill, United States
Employment Type: Permanent Staff (EHRA NF)
Vacancy ID: NF0008247
Salary Range: $55,000 - $60,000
Position Summary/Description:
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill seeks candidates for the position of Assistant Director of Financial Well-Being. This position reports directly to the Director of Financial Well-Being. This is a unique opportunity to lead Financial Well-Being programming and develop student teams. This candidate will oversee the innovative peer coaching model for educating students, using research-based best practices in program delivery and design. The candidate will also be charged with developing campus-wide partnerships to ensure the needs of various student populations are communicated and addressed. This includes a focus on implementation and delivery of a proactive student-centered model that advances student skills and competencies around financial literacy. Financial well-being initiatives will ultimately enable and empower students to make informed decisions regarding personal finances throughout their academic journey and beyond.
The Enrollment Division includes the Office of Scholarships and Student Aid, the Office of Undergraduate Admissions, the Office of the University Registrar, and the Carolina College Advising Corps.
As a leader in Financial Well-Being, the Assistant Director will support the vision and goals of the University and the Division. Specifically, the Assistant Director will:
Lead the Peer Financial Coaching program, assist with and contribute to the student financial well-being strategy and plan. This includes hiring, training, mentoring and developing the team of peer financial coaches, identifying, prioritizing, and implementing key financial well-being initiatives based on student needs, research, financial regulations, and best practices.
Develop a robust feedback loop to assess the quality of the workshops, coaching sessions, and literacy information using surveys, forums, and interviews with students.
Conduct workshops and produce audio and/or digital media on financial well-being and stability topics and offer group and one-on-one coaching sessions to educate students on a myriad of financial management topics.
Support in the development of an innovative outreach and education plan that includes social media and other student engagement platforms.
Maintain a central repository of available financial coaching resources for students to easily access (ex: via learning management system, the portal, etc.).
Support the creation of partnerships with student organizations, academic departments, and campus offices to integrate financial well-being and literacy into course offerings and the overall student experience.
Identify external organizations and community partners to work with to expand the financial well-being program and available student resources.
Education and Experience:
Familiarity with relevant laws, regulations, and ethical standards related to financial education and counseling, as well as student records.
- Knowledge of student development theory and understanding of the unique financial challenges faced by college students.
Essential Skills:
At least 2 years of demonstrated experience in financial education, counseling, or related areas.
Strong knowledge of financial education and literacy, including personal finance principles, budgeting, debt management, and other financial topics relevant to students.
Familiarity with student financial literacy programs, scholarships, and student loans.
Experience building and cultivating partnerships with constituents across campus and outside of the university.
Demonstrated experience leading student staff.
Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage and connect with diverse student populations.
Experience developing and implementing program assessments and using data to inform strategy and practice.
Hours – Availability/flexibility to work some evenings and weekends.
AA/EEO Statement:
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.