Assistant Professor of Practice and Center for Financial Responsibility Director

Major/Essential Functions

At Texas Tech University, the Professor of Practice title is used to recruit individuals with exceptional backgrounds and achievements in academic, business, government, or other professional practice. Primary responsibilities include leadership as Director of the Center for Financial Responsibility and teaching in an area of expertise (to include mentoring students in professional and career preparation). 

Administrative (75%)

• The administrative allocation of this position will consist of 75% administrative leadership of the Center for Financial Responsibility (CFR). The following functions are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, work schedule, or travel for the position. 
• Establish, implement, and manage outreach initiatives for the Center for Financial Responsibility (CFR) in alignment with its mission to expand research endeavors and educational outreach aimed at improving the financial well-being of individuals and families.
• Supervise the collection and upkeep of records for use in Texas Tech University and state reports relevant to the CFR, including financial management and recordkeeping for the CFR budget.
• Collaborate with the School to efficiently administer state-allocated funds. 
• Create research and outreach opportunities for faculty, staff, and students that align with the CFR's mission.
• Facilitate and support the grant writing process for faculty and Ph.D. students working with faculty.
• Identify and pursue funding sources, including Federal and corporate grant applications, industry-sponsored research, and private donations to achieve the CFR’s goals, including development support for the School’s outreach and engagement efforts.
• Engage in community partner relationship building and recruitment to generate and strengthen community partnerships and facilitate outreach and engagement opportunities.
• Lead and manage the Knowledge Empowering You (KEY) program, including student recruitment, training, feedback on presentations, maintenance of records of KEY volunteer hours for reporting to CFP® and AFC®, and collaboration with the Charles Schwab Foundation Financial Planning Clinic Director for financial coaching positions, Recruit members for the KEY Advisory Board and lead the planning and execution of bi-annual meeting.
• Lead and manage the Financial Planning Academy Camp program as a collaborative outreach initiative with the faculty director, business manager, and coordinator team to ensure the success of the CFR mission through this program's impact.
• Plan and deliver the Financial Planning Research Series to foster a culture of interdisciplinary research.
• Attend School, College, and University events where program leadership representation is needed. Ensure program presence at all events. 

Teaching (25%)

• The candidate will be responsible for teaching a minimum of one class per semester in undergraduate or graduate courses in a combination of Applied Personal Finance and/or Personal Financial Planning courses.

Faculty Qualifications

1. Candidates must have an earned Master’s, Ph.D., J.D. or Ed.D. degree in Personal Financial Planning (PFP), Public Administration, Educational Leadership, Management, Finance, Accounting, Economics, Consumer/Family Economics, Law, or an appropriate field.
2. Evidence of leadership in service, outreach, and community engagement directly in or closely related to personal finance and personal financial planning.
3. Experience in developing and maintaining strong relationships with industry partners, alumni, and other stakeholders as evidenced by outreach, community engagement, and service on supporting documents (resume, vita, etc.). 
4. Evidence of teaching effectiveness as the instructor of record (includes experience teaching as a graduate student).
5. Evidence of student or professional mentorship.

Preferred Qualifications

1. Active or progress towards professional certification relevant to personal finance and financial planning, such as the CFP® and AFC® certifications.
2. Federal and corporate grant writing and grant management experience.
3. Experience teaching courses specifically in a CFP Board-registered education program or AFC® approved curriculum track.
4. Evidence of leadership and administrative experience in higher education, including managing teams, creating and implementing processes and procedures, performance management, collaboration, and consensus building.
5. Excellent communication skills, both oral & written, as evidenced by supporting documents (resume, vita, etc.), email correspondence, and interviews. 
6. Active membership in relevant professional organizations.

Duty Point

TTU Lubbock, main campus and affiliated facilities