Student-Athlete Mentor

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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS The Sokolov-Miller Family Financial and Life Skills Center seeks a Student-Athlete Mentor & Financial Educator to facilitate the Robinhood Money Drills program, a comprehensive financial literacy and career development initiative for Penn State Division 1 student-athletes. This position combines program management, financial coaching, and curriculum coordination to support student-athletes in developing essential financial skills and career pathways. Primary Responsibilities- Program Management and Coordination (40%) Manage day-to-day execution of the grant in collaboration with Program Manager and Director; maintain financial records and submit program evaluations to Robinhood Collaborate with the Morgan Academic Center to identify student-athlete needs, create course schedules, and recruit students Coordinate with on-campus partners including the Sokolov-Miller Family Financial and Life Skills Center, Career Services, Morgan Academic Center, and College of Education Develop course syllabi and participant manuals for financial literacy development courses and Student Athlete first year seminars through Health and Human Development and Morgan Academic Center Assist in scheduling courses including classroom locations, timing, registration, and materials procurement Recruit and coordinate faculty, guest speakers, and mentors Evaluate overall program effectiveness and integrate continuous feedback Maintain comprehensive program records and documentation Career & Financial Planning & Coaching (40%) Collaborate on customizing the Career Planning and Life Design course (WFED 119) for Division 1 student-athletes Provide individual financial coaching and guidance to student-athletes at both undergraduate and graduate levels related to financial and career planning Assist student-athletes in developing career and financial roadmaps aligned with their professional aspirations Support students in preparing for successful transitions beyond their athletic careers Collaborate with athletic coaches, parents, and athletic department staff on financial planning and career development initiatives Curriculum Development & Teaching (20%) Create and update curriculum content for career development courses at 100-level Teach career planning and financial literacy courses as needed to undergraduate and graduate student-athletes Coordinate with the Sokolov-Miller Center Director and College of Education on financial literacy curriculum development Ensure course content remains current and relevant to student-athlete needs at all levels Facilitate blended learning approaches accommodating athletic and academic schedules Minimum Qualifications- Minimum 5 years of experience in academic advising, financial education, career counseling, student services or equivalent education and career experience Experience with project management, grant management and budgeting, or project coordination Demonstrated experience working with diverse student populations Preferred Qualifications- Master's degree in counseling, workforce education, student affairs, higher education administration, or related field Meet Penn State Graduate School requirements for approval to teach graduate students (to serve graduate student-athletes in programs such as MPS/ODC) Experience working with student-athletes or understanding of NCAA Division 1 athletics Knowledge of financial literacy education and personal finance concepts Career counseling, financial counseling, or coaching certification (e.g., CCSP, CCC, NCDA, AFC, CFP, CPFE credentials) Experience with curriculum development and instructional design at both undergraduate and graduate levels Familiarity with Penn State systems (Workday, LionPath, Canvas) and procedures Grant management experience Prior experience teaching or advising graduate students Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with ability to build relationships across diverse stakeholder groups Excellent organizational and project management capabilities Administration of diverse career and financial assessment tools Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment Proficiency with learning management systems and educational technology Strong problem-solving skills and adaptability Commitment to student success and development Ability to work independently and collaboratively Cultural competence and ability to work with diverse populations Working Conditions- Part-time position with flexible scheduling to accommodate student-athlete availability Some evening and weekend work may be required Position may involve teaching in-person and online courses Occasional travel for conferences or professional development Compensation- Year 1 (2026): Up to $25,000 annually Years 2-4 (2027-2029): Compensation may increase 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. 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