Student Assistant - Marleta Chadwick Financial Advisor (Economics and Finance)

Stephen F. Austin State University • Main Campus, TX

10d • Onsite

About The Position

The Marleta Chadwick Student Financial Advisor supports fellow students by providing guidance on budgeting, saving, credit management, and responsible financial decision-making. The role helps students build practical money skills through individual support, workshops, and sharing resources, with the goal of helping them develop lifelong financial skills, reduce financial stress, and make informed decisions about money.

The position provides peer-to-peer financial education and support, including guidance on personal budgets, financial goals, credit, debt, and student loans. Training and instruction will be provided. Student assistants must meet the university's enrollment requirements and may not simultaneously hold another type of position, such as a graduate assistantship or temporary casual employment.

Requirements

• Meet the minimum education requirements for admittance as a student at Stephen F. Austin State University.
• Be enrolled as a full-time student.
• Have a basic understanding of personal finance principles.
• Possess knowledge of general office and clerical procedures and concepts.
• Maintain effective interpersonal relationships.
• Explain financial concepts in simple, relatable terms.
• Handle confidential information with discretion.
• Accurately prepare and maintain records and files.
• Communicate professionally and courteously with university faculty and staff, students, and the general public.
• Understand and follow instructions.
• For student employment during fall or spring, be enrolled in six or more semester hours; for summer employment, be enrolled in three or more semester hours or registered for courses in the upcoming fall semester.
• Not hold another type of position, such as a graduate assistantship or temporary casual employment, while employed as a student assistant.

Nice To Haves

• Completion of FINC 3369.
• Declaration of an academic financial planning concentration.
• Experience using budgeting tools or apps.
• Experience in public speaking or workshop facilitation.
• Leadership or peer mentoring background.

Responsibilities

• Offer peer-to-peer guidance on budgeting, saving, and basic financial planning.
• Educate students about credit scores, debt management, and student loans.
• Assist students in creating personalized budgets and financial goals.
• Lead workshops, presentations, or group discussions on financial literacy topics.
• Share reliable financial resources and tools with students.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism when discussing personal finances.
• Stay informed about current financial trends, tools, and student-related financial issues.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed