New River Community College
Financial Literacy Specialist
New River Community College, Cheney, Washington, United States, 99004
Financial Literacy Specialist
Job Summary: The Financial Literacy Specialist is a student-centered professional responsible for designing, implementing, and evaluating financial education and outreach initiatives that empower students to make informed financial decisions. This position supports students—particularly those new to managing personal finances—as they navigate financial aid, student loans, work-study, campus employment, budgeting, and financial planning. Working collaboratively with the Financial Aid office, Student Affairs, Career Services, and campus departments, the coordinator provides workshops, one-on-one coaching, and online tools to enhance students’ financial knowledge and confidence, with the goal of improving financial well-being and reducing financial stress to support persistence to graduation.
EWU is committed to welcoming applicants of all backgrounds and promoting an inclusive environment.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and lead engaging workshops, presentations, and campaigns on budgeting, managing student loans, understanding financial aid, credit, savings, and other financial topics.
Provide individual financial coaching and advising to students, particularly those experiencing financial need.
Assess student needs, identify financial difficulties, and refer them to appropriate services.
Collaborate with campus offices (e.g., Financial Aid, Housing, Career Services, Student Employment) to create a coordinated financial literacy program.
Support student employees in understanding paychecks, taxes, budgeting, and savings.
Track participation and assess the impact of financial literacy efforts on student outcomes.
Develop and maintain online resources, tools, and communications that promote financial wellness.
Coordinate with campus partners to integrate financial literacy into orientation programs, first-year seminars, and advising.
Assist students with understanding the long-term impact of financial decisions related to loans, debt management, and repayment options.
Support the promotion and understanding of student employment opportunities as part of a student’s financial and academic success strategy.
Access, review, and maintain student records with privacy and confidentiality.
Track financial challenges facing students and propose changes to campus policies and procedures.
Build and sustain educational relationships with students to support retention, persistence, degree completion, and financial well-being.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in finance, education, counseling, social work, or related field
Experience working with students in a college/university setting
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and data management systems
Experience using student information systems (e.g., Banner, Navigate, Degree Works)
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Strong problem solving and decision-making abilities
Demonstrated ability to apply a responsive and flexible approach that supports universal access
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in student affairs, higher education, counseling, or related field
Experience with financial counseling, coaching, or financial aid
Familiarity with federal student aid programs, work-study, and financial wellness best practices
Other Information This position may involve university funds or access to vulnerable populations, and employment is contingent upon a successful background check prior to beginning employment. All new employees must comply with immunization policies and provide proof of immunity or vaccination as required. This position is covered by the Public School Employees’ of Washington Collective Bargaining Agreement. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. Sponsorship is not available.
Salary: The salary range is $45,308 (minimum) up to $52,476, commensurate with education, experience, and skills. EWU offers a comprehensive benefits package including health and disability insurance, retirement, vacation and sick leave, holidays, tuition benefits, and more. For details, please see the Benefits page.
Applications are open and accepted until recruitment is closed. Screening of applications will begin on August 18, 2025. The university reserves the right to close the recruitment at any time.
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EWU is committed to welcoming applicants of all backgrounds and promoting an inclusive environment.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and lead engaging workshops, presentations, and campaigns on budgeting, managing student loans, understanding financial aid, credit, savings, and other financial topics.
Provide individual financial coaching and advising to students, particularly those experiencing financial need.
Assess student needs, identify financial difficulties, and refer them to appropriate services.
Collaborate with campus offices (e.g., Financial Aid, Housing, Career Services, Student Employment) to create a coordinated financial literacy program.
Support student employees in understanding paychecks, taxes, budgeting, and savings.
Track participation and assess the impact of financial literacy efforts on student outcomes.
Develop and maintain online resources, tools, and communications that promote financial wellness.
Coordinate with campus partners to integrate financial literacy into orientation programs, first-year seminars, and advising.
Assist students with understanding the long-term impact of financial decisions related to loans, debt management, and repayment options.
Support the promotion and understanding of student employment opportunities as part of a student’s financial and academic success strategy.
Access, review, and maintain student records with privacy and confidentiality.
Track financial challenges facing students and propose changes to campus policies and procedures.
Build and sustain educational relationships with students to support retention, persistence, degree completion, and financial well-being.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in finance, education, counseling, social work, or related field
Experience working with students in a college/university setting
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and data management systems
Experience using student information systems (e.g., Banner, Navigate, Degree Works)
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Strong problem solving and decision-making abilities
Demonstrated ability to apply a responsive and flexible approach that supports universal access
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in student affairs, higher education, counseling, or related field
Experience with financial counseling, coaching, or financial aid
Familiarity with federal student aid programs, work-study, and financial wellness best practices
Other Information This position may involve university funds or access to vulnerable populations, and employment is contingent upon a successful background check prior to beginning employment. All new employees must comply with immunization policies and provide proof of immunity or vaccination as required. This position is covered by the Public School Employees’ of Washington Collective Bargaining Agreement. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. Sponsorship is not available.
Salary: The salary range is $45,308 (minimum) up to $52,476, commensurate with education, experience, and skills. EWU offers a comprehensive benefits package including health and disability insurance, retirement, vacation and sick leave, holidays, tuition benefits, and more. For details, please see the Benefits page.
Applications are open and accepted until recruitment is closed. Screening of applications will begin on August 18, 2025. The university reserves the right to close the recruitment at any time.
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