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Job Title

Assistant Director, Texan Smart Financial Education Center

Agency

Tarleton State University

Department

University College

Proposed Minimum Salary

$4,947.50 monthly

Job Location

Stephenville, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

The Assistant Director supports the Director of the Financial Education Center in implementing and managing initiatives aligned with the University's five-year Quality Enhancement Plan (QEP) as part of Tarleton’s reaffirmation of its SACSCOC accreditation. The Assistant Director contributes to the Center’s operations by assisting in program coordination, supporting assessment efforts, planning and facilitating financial literacy outreach, maintaining and developing strategic partnerships, and promoting a campus-wide culture of financial wellness.

The Assistant Director serves as a key liaison between students, faculty, staff, and community partners to foster engagement and ensure the success of QEP-related activities focused on student financial literacy and well-being.

This position is in-office located on the Stephenville, Texas main campus with work hours: Monday-Friday; 8 AM-5 PM or as work requirements indicate. Serves as Campus Security Authority (CSA).

Duties & Responsibilities:

+ Support implementation of the QEP by coordinating logistics, materials, communications, and scheduling for financial literacy workshops, modules, and related surveys and assessments. (30%)

+ Assist with data collection and reporting to support the assessment, analysis, and documentation of program outcomes, ensuring alignment with QEP goals and continuous improvement efforts. (20%)

+ Facilitate outreach and engagement efforts to promote student participation in financial education programming, including classroom visits, tabling events, and social media campaigns. (15%)

+ Coordinate student worker and peer educator efforts, providing training, scheduling, and oversight. (15%)

+ Develop and maintain strategic partnerships across campus with departments, faculty, student engagement, and the broader community to expand and embed financial literacy initiatives into university life. (10%)

+ Support website and content updates, internal communication, and progress tracking. (5%)

+ Perform other duties as assigned in support of the Director and Center initiatives. (5%)

Minimum Qualifications:

+ Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Education, Personal Financial Planning, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

+ Six (6) years of work experience, preferable experience in higher education, student services, financial literacy programming, education, or a related area.

Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

+ Proven leadership and supervisory skills, with the ability to guide teams and manage multiple priorities effectively.

+ Demonstrated organizational skills and attention to detail.

+ Proficient in Microsoft Office and general office technology.

+ Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

+ Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a diverse, fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

+ Master’s Degree in a related field (in lieu of two [2] years of required work experience).

+ Familiarity with SACSCOC QEP requirements.

+ Experience working on student success initiatives.

+ Experience supervising student workers or peer mentors.

+ Knowledge of financial wellness best practices and resources in higher education.

Salary

Commensurate with experience

Salary Range

The target base annual salary range is $59,370.00 to $84,311.00 and may be negotiable based on funding availability and candidate experience/skillset in relation to the minimum requirements of this position. Tarleton State University offers a career filled with purpose and opportunity in addition to competitive wages. As part of the Tarleton family, the following benefits are also available to full time and qualifying part time employees:

Educational Benefits - employee perks that help enrich, grow, and foster career and professional development:

+ Family Education Benefit (Tuition Scholarship) (https://www.tarleton.edu/scholarships/employees/) – scholarship opportunities for Tarleton employees, their spouses, or their dependents available after 6 months of continued full-time employment. Click the link to learn more about this incredible Texan benefit!

+ Masters Educational Assistance (https://www.tarleton.edu/hr/masters-educational-assistance-eligibility-guidelines/) – is designed to invest in and assist employees further their knowledge, skills, and job effectiveness through 100% of eligible tuition and fees being paid on enrollment. Click link for additional guidelines and details!

Employee Health, Wellness, and Financial Planning (https://www.tarleton.edu/hr/benefits/)

+ Fully covered employee health insurance

+ Reimbursement of Insurance Premium Deductions! The State of Texas contributes to eligible employees’ insurance coverages as of the 1st day of the month following 60 days of employment in an eligible position. For those who elect coverage PRIOR to the first of the month after 60 days of employment, Tarleton State University will reimburse employees the State contribution towards health coverage during those first 60 days.

+ Dental insurance

+ Vision insurance

+ Retirement and Insurance programs

Paid Leave (https://www.tarleton.edu/hr/benefits/)

Tarleton employees enjoy one of the greatest PTO packages in the area!

+ Paid sick leave

+ Holiday pay

+ Vacation

+ Longevity pay

+ Paid Birthday Leave – Tarleton State University awards all leave-eligible employees paid time off for their birthday!

Other

+ Complimentary tickets to all Athletic and Performing Fine Arts events!

+ Tarleton Employees enjoy two complimentary general admission tickets for athletics and performing fine arts events on campus! Join Texan Nation on the bleachers or in the auditorium.

+ Employee Wellness Release Time

+ Staff Gym Membership Discount with Campus Recreation

+ and other Tarleton Discounts

Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit a completed application for consideration. Initial review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled.

Application Procedure:

During the application process applicants have one opportunity to enter the requested information, upload documents and Submit the application. Applicants will not be able to make changes or add additional documents once the application materials have been submitted via "Submit" action.

Employment applications must include:

+ Completed online application

+ Cover Letter / Letter of Interest addressing qualifications

+ Curriculum Vitae or Resume

+ At least 3 current professional references and their full contact information

Applications received by Tarleton State University must have all job application data entered. Failure to provide all job application data could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. “See resume” is not an acceptable entry in the job application. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.

Founded in 1899, Tarleton State University a founding member of The Texas A&M University System, has a rich history and tradition through generations that have inspired educational excellence. Tarleton maintains a commitment to transformational student experiences and career readiness supported by engaged faculty, staff, and alumni mentors. Tarleton State University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC), earned the prestigious designation of Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, and is an NCAA Division l athletics member .

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+ Division of Human Resources (https://www.tarleton.edu/hr/index.html)

+ Benefits

+ University Leadership (https://www.tarleton.edu/president/)

+ Research and Economic Development

+ Traditions and History (https://www.tarleton.edu/traditions/index.html)

Tarleton State University is an Equal Opportunity/ Veterans/ Disability Employer. If you have questions about submitting your application, please contact [email protected] .