Student-Athlete Financial & Career Coach

Penn State University • Benner Township, PA

18d • $25,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Sokolov-Miller Family Financial and Life Skills Center, in partnership with Penn State Intercollegiate Athletics Development & Enrichment, seeks a Part-Time Student-Athlete Financial & Career Coach to support Division I student-athletes through the Money Drills program. This role is primarily focused on individual financial coaching, education, and mentorship. The Financial & Career Coach plays a key role in helping student-athletes build financial confidence, prepare for life after sport, and make informed decisions aligned with their personal and professional goals.

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in financial education/counseling, career coaching, student services, or student-athlete development
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse student populations
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage priorities in a part-time role
• Ability to obtain or work to obtain a financial counseling or coaching credential (e.g., AFC, CPFC, CEPF, CFP, CPA CPFWC, or similar); required training, exams, and certification costs are covered by the employer

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group financial coaching to undergraduate and graduate student-athletes focused on financial literacy, financial decision-making, and long-term planning
• Support student-athletes in developing personalized financial and post-sport transition plans aligned with career and life goals
• Deliver financial education sessions that support student-athletes at varying stages of eligibility, including those preparing for graduation or professional opportunities
• Collaborate and support athletics staff, campus partners, and the program manager in delivery of Money Drills financial coaching objectives
• Assist in identifying student-athlete financial wellness needs
• Contribute to basic program documentation and participation tracking
• Share insights and feedback from interactions with student-athletes to support ongoing program improvement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed