Federal Work Study: Student Worker- Financial Wellness Peer Mentor

Overview Job Title: Federal Work Study: Student Worker- Financial Wellness Peer Mentor Agency: East Texas A&M University Department: ASST PROV - ACAD AFFAIRS STUDENT SUCCESS Proposed Minimum Salary: $12.00 hourly Job Location: Commerce, Texas Job Type: Student Worker Duties & Responsibilities Peer Mentorship – 60% Conduct one-on-one financial mentoring sessions with ETAMU students. Support students in building financial knowledge, skills, mindset, and behaviors. Maintain accurate, confidential records of session attendance, general topics, and outcomes. Make appropriate referrals to professional advisors, counseling, or other campus resources when needed. Presentation, Workshops, and Resource Development – 30% Create engaging financial wellness resources (handouts, infographics, videos, or interactive tools). Lead or co-lead group workshops and presentations. Participate in outreach activities including tabling events, classroom visits, and campus awareness campaigns. Actively contribute ideas for program improvement. Professional and Personal Development – 10% Complete required training modules and skill-building activities. Attend weekly team meetings and participate in ongoing professional development. Minimum Requirements GPA 2.50+ Holds an active work study permit or is eligible for work study Preferred Education / Skills / Experience Strong interest in financial wellness, personal finance, or helping others succeed Comfortable engaging with peers in one-on-one mentoring conversations Willingness to present or co-facilitate workshops in front of small groups Good listening skills and a supportive, non-judgmental attitude Reliable, punctual, and committed to completing training and program responsibilities Note: No prior experience is required. We provide comprehensive training and ongoing support. Supervision Supervision of Others: None All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check. Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer. Welcome to East Texas A&M University. Employee information and promotional language has been omitted to maintain a job-description focus. Student worker positions are part-time roles available throughout the university in a variety of departments and offices. May work up to 19 hours per week while classes are in session; may work full-time during breaks and summer if enrolled for the upcoming fall; must not work during scheduled class times. Open to all actively enrolled students regardless of financial aid status. Work-study positions are need-based jobs funded through federal or state financial aid programs and allow students to earn money to help pay for educational expenses. Must be awarded federal or state work-study through Financial Aid. #J-18808-Ljbffr Texas A&M University