Program Director, Financial Wellness Initiative

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled


Portland State University


Position Details
Position Details Proposed Start Date08/01/2026Classification TitleAcademic ServicesRankN - No RankWorking TitleProgram Director, Financial Wellness InitiativeDepartment250001 - SBA Deans OfficePosition NumberD92237RepresentationUU - Unclassified UnrepresentedRenewableRenewableEnd date, if applicable 02/28/2030Position FTE1.0Tenure StatusN - not applicable

Position Summary Brief Description of PSU/School/DeptPortland State University is a public institution chartered by the State of Oregon and is fully accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities. Founded in 1946 as an extension school for GIs returning home after World War II, PSU is now Oregon’s only urban public research university encompassing 50 city blocks, nine schools and colleges, and offers over 200 degree programs. During the most recent academic year, 19,687 students were enrolled at PSU, including approximately 900 international students from 61 countries. PSU currently employs approximately 5,200 people, including 1,500 research and instructional faculty members.

Our mission to “Let Knowledge Serve the City” reflects our dedication to finding creative, sustainable solutions to local and global problems. Our location in the heart of Portland, one of America’s most dynamic cities, gives our students unmatched access to career connections and an internationally acclaimed culture scene. “U.S. News & World Report” ranks us among the nation’s most innovative universities. The School of Business is one of ten schools or colleges at PSU offering seven masters programs in addition to an undergraduate program.Position SummaryThe full-time Program Director will lead the School of Business Financial Wellness Initiative, “Investing for the Future.” This initiative equips students with foundational knowledge in personal finance, investing, and long-term wealth building, with a focus on advancing social and economic mobility. The position combines program leadership with instructional responsibilities. The Program Director will oversee program strategy, operations, and partnerships while contributing to teaching and curriculum development related to personal finance.

As appropriate, the Program Director role may also include involvement in accreditation and Assurance of Learning management. The Program Director will report directly to the Dean, but in the position’s capacity also works collaboratively with all faculty and staff, the Associate Deans of Undergraduate and Graduate Programs, the Associate Dean of Faculty & Research and the Assistant Dean of Student Success.Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Economics, or a related field
• Minimum of five (5) years of professional experience in financial advisory, wealth management, or related industry
• Demonstrated ability to teach or train individuals in personal finance or related topics
• Experience managing programs, projects, or operations
• Strong knowledge of personal finance, investing, and financial markets
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, or related field
• Prior teaching experience in higher education
• Professional certifications such as CFP, CFA, or similar
• Experience working with diverse and underserved student populations
• Familiarity with IRA/Roth IRA regulations and financial education programming
  
  

Key Cultural Competencies

• Create an environment that acknowledges, encourages, and celebrates differences.
• Function and communicate effectively and respectfully within the context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities, and cultural backgrounds.
• Seek opportunities to gain experience working and collaborating in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings with a willingness to change for continual improvement.
• Adhere to all of PSU’s policies including the policies on Prohibited Discrimination & Harassment and the Professional Standards of Conduct.

Environmental StewardshipContributes to a culture of environmental stewardship, practices resource conservation, and actively works toward achieving long-term sustainability goals.Work Days/Hours40 hours/week; minimum of 4 days in person; possible one day remote, depending on the needs of the programTotal Compensation Range & Benefits StatementSalary is dependent on several factors, and new employees will typically start around the Q1 level to allow for later growth within the salary band. PSU has a structured process for determining starting compensation, taking into account years of related experience, applicable skills, knowledge and abilities, market parity, and internal equity.
The starting annual salary for this position will be $74,232 – $76,500 but may be negotiated above this rate dependent upon the factors above, the budget of the hiring department, and approval from HR.
An excellent benefits package includes 95% premium paid healthcare; a generous retirement and vacation package; and reduced tuition rates for employee, spouse or dependent at any of the Oregon University System schools. Please visit our total compensation calculator to see the full value of our benefits package.

Search Details Posting Close DateProjected Close Date for PostingOpen Until Finalists IdentifiedApplication screening begins06/10/2026Quick Linkhttps://jobs.hrc.pdx.edu/postings/49970

Supplemental Questions

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1. What is your highest degree attained?

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2. Please name the specific field/discipline in which you received your degree.

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3. Do you have at least 5 years relevant experience?
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4. How did you first find out about this position?
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   • Indeed.com
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5. If you selected Other, please describe.

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Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter
3. Professional References

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