Education Program Specialist

Penn State; Pennsylvania; Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

75% tuition discount

Job summary

Penn State's Sokolov-Miller Family Financial and Life Skills Center seeks Education Program Specialists to develop, implement, and evaluate financial literacy initiatives across campuses, while managing day-to-day operations of the Student Financial Wellness Ambassadors.

The role requires strong instructional skills, supervision of student staff, and commitment to inclusive education; offers flexible hybrid work and opportunities to advance financial wellness through evidence-based presentations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Finance, Counseling, Higher Education, or a related field.
• 3+ years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience supervising, mentoring, or leading student employees, peer educators, or volunteers.
• Experience delivering presentations, workshops, training programs, or educational programming.
• Knowledge of financial wellness, financial literacy, or student success programs.

Responsibilities

• Deliver financial education presentations, workshops, and coaching sessions across Penn State campuses.
• Facilitate classroom instruction and educational programs using established curriculum and learning resources.
• Adapt educational content to meet the needs of diverse audiences and learning environments.
• Serve as a primary educator and representative of the Center.
• Supervise and support Student Financial Wellness Ambassadors.
• Coordinate student employee schedules, assignments, and program participation.
• Provide training, coaching, and performance feedback to student staff.
• Coordinate logistics for workshops, presentations, and outreach events.
• Serve as a point of contact for program requests and campus partners.
• Manage scheduling, communications, materials, and event preparation activities.
• Collect and track participation, assessment, and program outcome data.
• Prepare reports and recommendations to support program improvement.
• Support outreach, marketing, and communication efforts that promote financial wellness programs.
• Maintain and update educational resources, presentations, and program materials.

Skills

Instructional skills

Student supervision

Public speaking

Communication

Facilitation

Organization

Relationship-building

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

**POSITION SPECIFICS**The Sokolov-Miller Family Financial and Life Skills Center seeks candidates for **Education Program Specialists**. These educators will provide a broad range of support for students' success and financial literacy learning by developing, implementing, and evaluating the various elements of the Sokolov-Miller Family Financial and Life Skills Center's strategic vision and activities. This position plays a central role in managing the day-to-day operations of the Student Financial Wellness Ambassador program, ensuring student employees are well-trained, supported, and effectively delivering financial education. This position also serves as a primary educator for the Center, facilitating engaging and evidence-based presentations across campuses and for diverse audiences. This role requires strong instructional skills, the ability to supervise and mentor student staff, and a commitment to advancing financial wellness through inclusive and accessible education. This position offers a flexible work arrangement that combines remote and on-campus work. Questions related to flexible work should be directed to the hiring manager during the interview process. **Key Responsibilities**:* Deliver financial education presentations, workshops, and coaching sessions across Penn State campuses.* Facilitate classroom instruction and educational programs using established curriculum and learning resources.* Adapt educational content to meet the needs of diverse audiences and learning environments.* Serve as a primary educator and representative of the Sokolov-Miller Family Financial & Life Skills Center.* Supervise and support Student Financial Wellness Ambassadors.* Coordinate student employee schedules, assignments, and program participation.* Provide training, coaching, and performance feedback to student staff.* Coordinate logistics for workshops, presentations, and outreach events.* Serve as a point of contact for program requests and campus partners.* Manage scheduling, communications, materials, and event preparation activities.* Collect and track participation, assessment, and program outcome data.* Prepare reports and recommendations to support program improvement.* Support outreach, marketing, and communication efforts that promote financial wellness programs.* Maintain and update educational resources, presentations, and program materials.* Contribute to the advancement of financial literacy and student success initiatives.**Preferred Qualifications**:* Bachelor's degree in Education, Finance, Counseling, Higher Education, Student Affairs, Communications, or a related field.* Experience delivering presentations, workshops, training programs, or educational programming.* Experience supervising, mentoring, or leading student employees, peer educators, or volunteers.* Knowledge of financial wellness, financial literacy, or student success programs.* Experience collecting, analyzing, and reporting program data and assessment results.* Strong communication, facilitation, organization, and relationship-building skills. **MINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS**Bachelor's Degree3+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience acceptedRequired Certifications:None### **BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES**Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.### Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. **SALARY & BENEFITS**The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $59,580.00 - $86,400.00. Salary Structure - Information on Penn State's salary structure Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children. For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page.**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.**EEO IS THE LAW**Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.