Hybrid Financial Empowerment Specialist for Veterans

Wounded Warrior Project; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 66,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hybrid schedule

Medical, dental, vision coverage for →

Competitive pay and incentives

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

Wounded Warrior Project seeks a dedicated financial education specialist to develop and deliver program services for wounded service members and their families. You will manage a Financial Readiness caseload, maintain detailed records, and coordinate with partners to provide seminars and guidance.

The role emphasizes empowering veterans with practical financial strategies. The ideal candidate has four years in financial counseling, two years with military populations, and strong communication

Qualifications

• Minimum four years in financial counseling, financial education, or personal financial management services.
• Two years of experience working with military or veteran's population.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver program services and financial education curriculum to support wounded service members and family support members.
• Manage a Financial Readiness case load.
• Maintain records including case notes, reporting requirements, and documentation for financial education and assistance cases.
• Coordinate with vendors and outside parties to provide financial education seminars and guidance.
• Provide practical knowledge and educational guidance to empower warriors to make informed financial decisions.

Skills

Financial counseling

Budgeting guidance

Public speaking

Interpersonal skills

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree in business/finance

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

Wounded Warrior Project seeks a dedicated financial education specialist to develop and deliver program services for wounded service members and their families. You will manage a Financial Readiness caseload, maintain detailed records, and coordinate with partners to provide seminars and guidance.

The role emphasizes empowering veterans with practical financial strategies. The ideal candidate has four years in financial counseling, two years with military populations, and strong communication