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Title: Financial Planning Student Worker
Employee Classification: Student Help Regular
Division Name: Academic Affairs
Department: Finance, Insurance and Law

Job Summary

We're seeking enthusiastic students to become Financial Literacy Peer Educators. In this role, you'll play a vital part in empowering your fellow students to make informed financial decisions. You'll work on a dynamic team to develop engaging financial literacy materials, receive in-depth training on facilitation skills, and deliver workshops across campus to a diverse range of students.

• Collaborate with the team to create educational resources on topics such as budgeting, saving, managing debt, and understanding credit.
• Participate in comprehensive training to develop strong presentation and facilitation skills.
• Conduct lively and informative financial literacy workshops for various student groups on campus.
• Promote financial literacy events and resources across the university.
• Provide support and guidance to fellow students on their financial wellness journeys.

Additional Information

Student employees are eligible to participate in the University’s 403(b) Plan.  More information can be found here.

Pay Rate

$16.00/hour

Required Qualifications

• Current ISU student in good academic standing.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong interest in financial literacy and helping others.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated, organized, and able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Comfortable speaking in front of groups.
• Passion for promoting financial responsibility and wellbeing among your peers.
• Some exposure to financial literacy, such as BE/FIL 141 or financial planning minor is a plus, but not required.

Work Hours

Work hours will vary each week as determined by the project leaders, usually around ten hours per week.

Functional Expectations

Must be able to complete the following with or without reasonable accommodations:

-Effectively communicate on a daily basis.

Proposed Starting Date

August 1, 2025 with option to work another year potentially

Required Applicant Documents

Resume, Reference List, and Work Availability

Please Note: These documents are required to be submitted online in order to complete the application process. Please have these documents ready prior to clicking on "Apply"

Special Instructions for Applicants

note that the training may include 30-40 total hours.

Contact Information for Applicants

Chris Tamm ctamm@ilstu.edu

Important Information for Applicants

This position is subject to a criminal background investigation and if applicable, an employment history review, based on University Policy 3.1.30 and any offer of employment is contingent upon you passing a satisfactory criminal background investigation and/or an employment history review. You may not begin work until the criminal background investigation results have been received and cleared by Human Resources.

In addition, all appointments are contingent upon proof of eligibility for employment at Illinois State University to perform the required duties described above on your scheduled start date. The Immigration and Control Act of 1986, Public Law 99-603, requires all new employees to file an I-9 in person and no later than three days from the beginning of employment. This may be accomplished within the department or through Human Resources. A list of the types of documentation you will be expected to provide is available at https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents. Failure to comply with this law will result in cancellation of your appointment.

Illinois State University, as your employer, is required by federal law to ensure proper tax withholding from wages and to ensure that the required reporting of employee wages, withholding, and employment taxes is accurate. For this reason, every employee must have a valid Social Security Number registered with the University at the time of employment and/or as soon after as possible, but no later than 45 days from the start date. Failure to comply with this law may result in cancellation of your appointment.

Illinois State University student employees are restricted to no more than 28 hours per week of on-campus employment for all positions held.

International students are restricted by their visa status to no more than 20 hours per week of on-campus employment when the university is in session but may work more when the university is not in session. International students should contact the Office of International Studies and Programs for guidance if they have questions concerning employment restrictions.

Illinois State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or other state or federal law you may request an accommodation by contacting the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access at (309) 438-3383. The Office of Equal Opportunity and Access will hold any confidential information you provide in confidence.

If you are having difficulty accessing the system, please call Human Resources at (309) 438-8311.