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Instructor -Personal Financial Planning
Personal Financial Planning Position Description Contributes to the university's mission through teaching, research and service, some variation by academic unit. About the University Established in 1923, Texas Tech University is a Carnegie R1 (very high research activity) Doctoral/Research-Extensive, Hispanic Serving, and state-assisted institution. Located on a beautiful 1,850-acre campus in Lubbock, a city in West Texas with a growing metropolitan-area population of over 300,000, the university enrolls over 40,000 students with 33,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students. As the primary research institution in the western two-thirds of the state, Texas Tech University is home to 10 colleges, the Schools of Law and Veterinary Medicine, and the Graduate School. The flagship of the Texas Tech University System, Texas Tech is dedicated to student success by preparing learners to be ethical leaders for a diverse and globally competitive workforce. It is committed to enhancing the cultural and economic development of the state, nation, and world.
About Lubbock:Referred to as the "Hub City" because it serves as the educational, cultural, economic, and health care hub of the South Plains region, Lubbock boasts a diverse population and a strong connection to community, history, and land. With a mild climate, highly rated public schools, and a low cost of living, Lubbock is a family-friendly community that is ranked as one of the best places to live in Texas. Lubbock is home to a celebrated and ever-evolving music scene, a vibrant arts community, and is within driving distance of Dallas, Austin, Santa Fe, and other major metropolitan cities. Lubbock's Convention & Visitors Bureau provides a comprehensive overview of the Lubbock community and its resources, programs, events, and histories. About the College COLLEGE OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SCIENCES
The College of Health and Human Sciences is comprised of 12 programs outside of the School of Financial Planning, including Couple, Marriage and Family Therapy; Counseling and Addiction Recovery Sciences; Addictive Disorders and Recovery Studies; Family and Consumer Sciences Education; Restaurant, Hotel and Institutional Management; Retail Management; Nutritional Sciences and Dietetics; Human Sciences; Apparel Design and Manufacturing; Interior Design; Human Development and Family Sciences; and Early Childhood Education. About the Department/School/Area SCHOOL OF FINANCIAL PLANNING
The School of Financial Planning offers a B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. in Personal Financial Planning. All programs are registered with the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards.
Three dual degrees are offered: JD/MS in PFP, MBA/MS in PFP, and MS Tax/MS PFP and a minor in Agricultural Economics Ph.D. is also supported.
Graduate certificates in Personal Financial Planning, Charitable Financial Planning, and Life-Centered Financial Planning and a hybrid delivery MS degree are provided.
An online major in Applied Personal Finance and a minor in the Studies of Personal Finance and other courses meet the financial literacy needs of Texas Tech students.
Enrollment of majors includes approximately 158 undergraduate students and 126 graduate students, of which 49 are doctoral. There are 43 Applied Personal Finance Majors and 137 Personal Finance minors.
Faculty positions currently include 9 full-time graduate faculty, 3 part-time faculty, and 7 adjunct faculty who work as a team to accomplish their collective goals.
Students take classes and study in the 4,200 square foot Charles Schwab/PFP Technology Complex.
The Center for Financial Responsibility offers research and outreach opportunities for the financial planning faculty and graduate students.
Knowledge Empowering You (KEY) utilizes Personal Financial Planning students to provide educational outreach and one on one financial counseling in the Lubbock community.
Red to Black (through Student Services) provides peer financial counseling and education for TTU students. This provides experience for PFP majors.
Financial Planning Academy, funded by Charles Schwab Foundation, is a summer camp that introduces high school students to the Registered Investment Advisory industry and provides education in the core areas of personal financial management.
The new Personal Financial Planning Clinic gives our students direct client-facing experiences. The Clinic impacts numerous lives in the Lubbock community. It provides innovative experiential learning opportunities that equip our students to be the best of the next generation of financial planners. Major/Essential Functions In line with TTU's strategic priorities to engage and empower a diverse student body, applicants should have experience working with diverse student populations at the undergraduate level. Organization Texas Tech University Faculty Qualifications Specific required qualifications are:
1. Candidates must have a Master's degree in personal finance or a closely related discipline (e.g., family & consumer sciences, financial planning, consumer & family economics, family resource management).
2. AFC designation required. If the applicant is obtaining the AFC designation (educational requirements satisfied and evidence of studying/taking the exam within the next 1 month on resume), please indicate within the resume and/or cover letter. A CFP designation or terminal degree (Ph.D., Ed.D., etc.) could be a suitable substitute for the AFC designation.
3. Online college-level teaching experience or relevant industry experience in a financial service industry field. 3-year minimum as evident in application documents (cover letter, resume, curriculum vitae). Preferred Qualifications In addition to the required qualifications, individuals with the following preferred qualifications are strongly encouraged to apply:
1. Working with diverse populations in online courses or through relevant financial service industry experiences as evident in application documents (cover letter, resume, curriculum vitae).
2. A motivated and enthusiastic persona with excellent communication skills, both oral & written, as evident in application documents (cover letter, resume, curriculum vitae, and interview(s)).
3. Experience in curriculum development for online courses.
4. Active membership in relevant professional organizations is desired.
5. CFP designation or other financial industry designations. Duty Point TTU Online (remote duty point) Safety Information Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees. Does this position work in a research laboratory? No Special Instructions to Applicants Please include the following documents in your application:
1. Curriculum Vitae
2. Cover Letter
3. Other document(s) directly related to required qualifications (resume, teaching evaluations).
4. List of references
Questions about this position should be directed to d.abbott@ttu.edu. If you need assistance with the application process, contact Human Resources, Talent Acquisition at hrs.recruiting@ttu.edu or 806-742-3851.
Review of applications will begin on April 30th, 2025. To ensure full consideration, please complete an online application by May 2nd, 2025 Pay Statement Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan by visiting www.depts.ttu.edu/hr/payplan. EEO Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran. Applications must be received by 05/02/2025 |
Texas Tech University
Apr 21, 2025