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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS
The Sokolov-Miller Family Financial and Life Skills Center, in partnership with Penn State Intercollegiate Athletics Development & Enrichment, seeks a Part-Time Student-Athlete Financial & Career Coach to support Division I student-athletes through the Money Drills program.
This role is primarily focused on individual financial coaching, education, and mentorship. The Financial & Career Coach plays a key role in helping student-athletes build financial confidence, prepare for life after sport, and make informed decisions aligned with their personal and professional goals.
Primary Responsibilities
- Provide individual and group financial coaching to undergraduate and graduate student-athletes focused on financial literacy, financial decision-making, and long-term planning
- Support student-athletes in developing personalized financial and post-sport transition plans aligned with career and life goals
- Deliver financial education sessions that support student-athletes at varying stages of eligibility, including those preparing for graduation or professional opportunities
- Collaborate and support athletics staff, campus partners, and the program manager in delivery of Money Drills financial coaching objectives
- Assist in identifying student-athlete financial wellness needs
- Contribute to basic program documentation and participation tracking
- Share insights and feedback from interactions with student-athletes to support ongoing program improvement
Minimum Qualifications
- Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in financial education/counseling, career coaching, student services, or student-athlete development
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse student populations
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage priorities in a part-time role
- Ability to obtain or work to obtain a financial counseling or coaching credential (e.g., AFC, CPFC, CEPF, CFP, CPA CPFWC, or similar); required training, exams, and certification costs are covered by the employer
Compensation-
Year 1 (2026): Up to $25,000 annually
Years 2-4 (2027-2029): Compensation mayincrease with performance evaluation and as duties are added per grant allocation
This is a part-time position based at University Park and does not include Penn State benefits. Position is renewable upon successful performance evaluation.
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BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.
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.
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