Cornell University

Financial Readiness Program Educator - Fort Drum, NY

New York State (Other) · Full-time

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 33 days ago

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About the role

This position will also coordinate all administrative aspects of the Financial Readiness Program and will assist the Issue Leader with marketing efforts for Financial Readiness programming.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR APPLICANTS: PLEASE READ BEFORE APPLYING All applicants must apply by close of day on July 17, 2026 to be considered for this position.
All applicants must submit an application online, which includes: cover letter, resume and three (3) references.

Implement existing Financial Readiness programming with the Soldier and Family Readiness Division, to include, but not limited to: Power Pay: Improve your Credit and Eliminate Debt, Car Buying 101, Home Buying, Check on Checking, Budgeting for your Goals, TSP: Investing in your Future, etc.
Under the direction and oversight of the Issue Leader, occasionally apply established subject matter knowledge to create lesson plans as identified.
Implement program evaluation as designed.
Coordinate identified administrative aspects of the Financial Readiness Program to include, but not limited to: preparing correspondence, maintain files, reporting, etc.
Effectively maintain effective professional relationships with other agencies, organizations and businesses that promote effective communication and facilitate continued programming efforts.
Support the association to maintain a safe working environment.

Experience relevant to the role of the position.
Valid NYS driver's license and the ability to meet travel requirements associated with this position.
Please read the required Notice to Applicants statement.
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent education (Associate's Degree and two (2) years transferable program/functional experience.
Ability to work flexible hours which may include evenings and/or weekends, as appropriate.

Familiarity with community, social and human service organizations, financial services and resources.
Demonstrated ability to utilize program resources within the Fort Drum community and general community.
Demonstrated ability to function as a team member working with volunteers and staff.
Demonstrated ability to organize reference materials for programming purposes.
Demonstrated ability to relate to diverse audiences.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively through oral, written and visual means.
Demonstrated ability to teach large groups.
Demonstrated ability to work in a fast paced, repetitive work environment with flexibility.

This position, based on eligibility, offers a comprehensive benefit package, to include: health and dental insurance, retirement, vacation, sick and personal leave.
Coordinate staff coverage for classes and budget sessions and communicate this to the Issue Leader.
Be familiar and strive to follow any applicable federal, state, local regulations, association health and safety policy/procedure/requirement and standard.
Provide one-on-one budget education and create individualized budgets for soldiers and family members.
Create education content related to financial literacy for newsletters and social media.
Implement already-established Financial Readiness educational programing and activities in support of other Fort Drum programming efforts as identified/needed to support the established plan of work.
Provide Financial Readiness educational programs via mass media.
Assist in coordinating schedules for FRP CCE employees in regard to class coverage and budget appointment assignments.

Contract College Contact Name:
Jerilynn Cross
Cornell Cooperative Extension is a collaboration among Cornell University, the United States Department of Agriculture, the State of New York, and the residents of New York State.
Per NYS Law, county and regional extension service associations are subordinate government agencies.
This employment opportunity is with the entities listed and not with Cornell University.
Notice to Applicants: Please read the required Notice to Applicants statement.
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