Assistant/Associate Professor- Extension Financial Literacy Specialist

North Carolina Agricultural & Technical State University; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated Extension Financial Literacy Specialist to lead impactful programs aimed at enhancing financial wellness among diverse communities. This role involves designing and implementing educational initiatives that empower individuals with essential financial skills, such as budgeting and retirement planning. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in financial management and a passion for community engagement. Join a dynamic team at a leading university that values innovation and excellence in education, and make a meaningful difference in the lives of many.

Benefits

Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave

Community Service Leave

Health Benefits

Vision and Dental Insurance

Paid Holidays

Retirement System

Employee Assistance Program

Campus Recreation Center Discount

University Bookstore Discount

Qualifications

• Doctorate in financial management or related field required.
• 3+ years experience in program planning and evaluation.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement financial literacy programs for diverse audiences.
• Coordinate educational support materials for field staff.

Skills

Financial Literacy

Program Planning

Communication Skills

Critical Thinking

Problem Solving

Education

Doctorate in Financial Management

Experience in Cooperative Extension

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

MS PowerPoint

Job description

Posting Details

Classification Information

Classification Type	EHRA

Position Overview

The primary focus of this position will be Financial Literacy, ensuring that individuals gain the knowledge and skills necessary to make sound financial decisions and achieve financial wellness. This position provides educational leadership in the development, management, implementation, and evaluation of research-based, integrative statewide Extension programs that meet the needs of limited-resource and socially disadvantaged audiences. It delivers training and educational support materials for field staff and their clientele/customers in financial literacy, aligning with the philosophy, policy, and overall mission, goals, and educational objectives of the North Carolina Cooperative Extension Program. Specifically, this position coordinates and develops educational programs focused on budgeting, saving, credit management, investing, retirement planning, and other personal finance topics. These programs will be implemented in community-based settings through the N.C. Cooperative Extension Service.

This is a non-tenured track faculty (NTTF), twelve-month position at the rank of "Assistant/Associate Professor of Practice - Extension Financial Literacy Specialist" in North Carolina A&T Cooperative Extension. Position's incumbent is eligible for title promotion and academically housed in the Department of Family and Consumer Sciences.

As NTTF faculty, this position can be released, up to 25% of time and effort once per year, to teach for-credit academic coursework.

N.C. A&T is a public, land-grant, doctoral research institution and has been the largest historically Black university in the country for the past decade. With an enrollment of 14,311 students in Fall 2024, the university offers 59 undergraduate degree programs, 36 master's programs, and 12 doctoral programs. It is America's top producer of Black graduates in Engineering and Agricultural Science bachelor's programs, as well as a top five producer in numerous additional disciplines, including Liberal Arts and Communications/Journalism. It also ranks no. 3 in master's degrees awarded to Black graduates in Engineering Technologies and Related Fields, no. 4 in master's degrees in Engineering, and no. 11 best business school for women in the nation.

Nationally recognized for its leadership and excellence in STEM education and research, N.C. A&T is classified as "R2-High Research Activity" in the Carnegie Classifications and is poised to achieve "R1-Very High Research Activity" status. It also holds Carnegie's earned credential in Community Engagement and the Association of Public and Land-Grant Universities (APLU) Innovation and Economic Prosperity designation. With an annual economic impact of $2.4 billion, N.C. A&T plays a vital role as a higher-education economic driver in North Carolina's Piedmont Triad region and across a state that is ranked No. 1 in the nation for the second straight year as "best for business" by the CNBC financial network.

The Cooperative Extension Program at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University is an educational outreach organization within the College of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences. Cooperative Extension at A&T provides researched-based educational information, programming and technical assistance to limited-resource audiences that address a diverse range of issues in four programmatic areas - Agriculture and Natural Resources, Family and Consumer Sciences, Community and Rural Development, and 4-H Youth Development. Together with its partners - North Carolina State University Cooperative Extension Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture, state and county governments, a dynamic and resourceful system is formed. In addition to campus operations, The Cooperative Extension Program has professionally staffed offices in almost half of the 100 counties in North Carolina and the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indian Nation.

Primary Purpose of Position
Primary Function of Organizational Unit
Minimum Requirements	An earned doctorate in financial management or closely related field. Three or more years of experience in program planning, implementation, and evaluation. In-depth knowledge of state and national trends and relevant data supporting Extension program development.
Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education	* In addition to Ph.D., five or more years of professional experience in Cooperative Extension program development * Ability to interact and gain support from constituencies outside the university such as business and industry, state and federal agencies and non-profit and private foundations. * Computer literacy (proficiency in MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Office). * Strong oral and written communication skills as well as strong interpersonal skills. * Ability to handle multiple demands and set priorities. * Ability to think critically, solve problems and navigate complex situations professionally * Experience planning, implementing, marketing and evaluating educational programs for community-based organizations * Experience working in community based non-formal education settings. * Experience working with community-based volunteers or organizations.
Required License or Certification
Is this position eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies.	On-site (Employees are primarily in the office and/or have a critical job requirement that requires dedicated office space on-site)

Position Information

Working Title	Assistant/Associate Professor- Extension Financial Literacy Specialist
Position Number	007710
Recruitment Salary Range	Commensurate with education and experience
FLSA	Exempt
Appointment Type	Permanent - Full-time
Tenure Track	No
FTE
If Time Limited, Appointment Length
Organizational Division	Cooperative Extension
Organizational Location	College of Ag & Environ Sciences
Organizational Unit	Cooperative Extension

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number	EPA2621
Open Date	04/12/2025
Close Date - for postings that do not use Open Until Filled
Open Until Filled	Yes
Open Until Filled Minimum Application Period Postings: Positions remaining posted after this date are continuing to accept applications, but may close at any time. Applications received by this date will receive full consideration, applications received after this date may receive consideration depending upon the status of the search
Date Position Available	06/02/2025
Special Instructions to Applicant	You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. North Carolina A&T State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. No one who applies or seeks employment will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T State University on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual identity. Employee Benefits available to NC A & T permanent employees include the following and more; Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave for Eligible Employees Community Service Leave Aetna - State Health Benefits of North Carolina NCFlex - Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more 12 Paid Holidays Teachers and State Employees Retirement System (TSERS) Optional Supplemental Plans - 401k, 403b, 457b and 457 Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Campus Recreation Center Discount University Bookstore Discount and more This position may be eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies. N.C. A&T employees are generally required to reside in North Carolina, within a 2-hour commuting distance of their assigned duty station.
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