Financial Planning Program Development Manager

George Fox University's College of Business is seeking a passionate and visionary individual to join their team and play a pivotal role in advancing the mission of the Certified Financial Planning (CFP) program as the Financial Planning Program Development Manager.

About the Job:

Launched seven years ago under the leadership of Dr. Ryan Halley, the CFP program was founded with a bold vision to train the next generation of "financial pastors" and establish itself as the premier CFP program for traditional college students globally. The program has achieved remarkable milestones, including strong alumni support, industry recognition, significant financial gifts, and a growing endowment.

Despite these accomplishments, there is still much to achieve. The Development Manager will lead strategic initiatives to enhance student experiences, foster industry partnerships, and develop innovative recruitment strategies. This position offers an opportunity to shape the future of the CFP program, mentoring students and collaborating with faculty, staff, and external partners to create transformational learning and career opportunities. Join us in advancing this mission and becoming a core part of the program's continued success!

Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Leading the development and implementation of unique academic experiences for students, including organizing their participation in industry conferences, recruitment events, and leadership initiatives, to prepare them for successful internships and careers in a dynamic and engaging environment.
• Directing the mentoring programs to guide students throughout their academic journey, ensuring they gain practical experiences, complete multiple internships, and secure full-time positions with top fee-only financial planning firms across the United States.
• Overseeing and leading the management of strategic partnerships with financial services firms, ensuring effective coordination of grants, budgets, and events while representing the program to key stakeholders to strengthen industry relationships.
• Developing and directing recruiting strategies aimed at attracting top students globally to the CFP program, collaborating with university teams to achieve ambitious enrollment and growth objectives.
• Leading and modeling effective communication with students, employees, and the public, fostering a culture of teamwork, respect, and exemplary customer service.
• Performing and directing other duties as necessary to advance the mission of the CFP program and the university.
• Communicating effectively and courteously with others, including employees, students, and the public, in a spirit of teamwork, respect and customer service.
• By actions, words, and lifestyle, be a Christian role model to students, whether through casual contact or in a formal supervisory role.
• Demonstrated experience working cross culturally with respect, appreciation and humility.
• Other duties as assigned.

A Day in the Life of This Position:

As the Financial Planning Program Development Manager, your day is dynamic and purpose-driven. You may start the morning mentoring a group of students, guiding them on internship opportunities and career pathways in the financial planning industry. Midday might find you collaborating with faculty, College of Business leadership, or external partners to strengthen relationships and plan impactful events. In the afternoon, you could be working on recruiting strategies to attract top students globally or managing partnerships with leading financial firms to secure grants and enhance program visibility. Throughout the day, you embody servant leadership, modeling Christian values in your interactions with students, faculty, and stakeholders, while balancing project management tasks that advance the mission of training the next generation of "financial pastors." Each day is an opportunity to contribute to a program poised for national and global impact.

We're looking for candidates who have:

• A strong track record in ideating, leading, and executing on key strategic initiatives that further program development.
• The proven ability to lead and manage multiple projects simultaneously while mentoring and leading cohorts of multiple students and interns in a professional setting.
• A rich history of representing programs across various internal and external stakeholders, including executives from some of the largest financial planning firms in the world.
• Experience leading the management of critical relationships that span across internal and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrated experience in developing, managing, and leading the use of effective communication tools to engage diverse stakeholders, including students, faculty, and industry professionals.
• Extensive experience developing, planning, coordinating, and executing on events that align with program goals and engage various audiences.
• Strong project management skills with a track record of successfully organizing, prioritizing, and delivering complex projects on time and within budget.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States. This position does not offer visa sponsorship; therefore, only applicants who do not require sponsorship for employment visas, now or at any point in the future, should apply.
• A commitment to the University's Theology of Racial and Ethnic Diversity.
• A desire to work with a diverse community of students and employees who represent various cultures, backgrounds, abilities, ethnicities, political views, and expressions of Christian faith.
• A personal commitment to Jesus Christ and express their Christian testimony in a church. In addition, employees agree to live in agreement with the Community Lifestyle Statement and affirm the theological commitments expressed in the Statement of Faith.

Preference Will be Given to Those Who Have the Following Attributes:

• A minimum of 7 years of experience in client services, the financial planning industry, or program management for a university / company recruiting and placement programs.
• Previous experience in the financial services industry.
• Proven track record of leading relationship management and crafting communication with multiple stakeholders.
• Have experience running large operations or programs across multiple stakeholders, ideally across programs that have interacted heavily with industry leading firms and executives.

Job information:

• Hours Per Week: 40 hours per week, 12 months of the year (1.0 FTE)
• Duration: This is a limited-term position expected to conclude after two years.
• Primary Work Location: Newberg Campus
  • Some flexibility for remote work is available after a training period.
• Working Conditions: Physical requirements are those of a normal office environment.
• Supervisor: Dean, College of Business

George Fox University has been transforming student's lives for over 125 years. We are a Christ-centered community that prepares students spiritually, academically, and professionally to think with clarity, act with integrity, and serve with passion. Our vision is to be the Christian university of choice known for empowering students to achieve exceptional life outcomes. We put students first, with Christ at the center of our work, embracing change in order to improve. We are looking for enthusiastic candidates to join us in creating transformational experiences for our students.

Being a part of our community means a commitment to faith and to a lifestyle that is consistent with the university's mission as described in the Statement of Faith and Community Lifestyle Statement on our website.

As a Christ-centered community, George Fox University is an institution that values diversity as an essential dimension of God's design for human communities. In seeking to become a more inclusive community, we especially encourage applications from women and candidates from racial and ethnic backgrounds that are underrepresented in our community.

What is most appealing about working at George Fox University?

• Faith-friendly: Our culture is unique for higher education. At George Fox you can pursue academic excellence while integrating scriptures, praying with staff members and students at work, and helping to make an impact on the world in a way that promotes Christian values.
• Unapologetically Christian: As a university, we have an enduring commitment to Christ, his kingdom and the truth of God's Word.
• Live out your calling: You are able to use your God-given talents and abilities while having a profound influence on students as they deepen their relationship with Jesus Christ.
• Equip students for kingdom work: You can be a part of helping students discover their callings, at which they will be able to glorify the kingdom of God just as they have seen you do.
  
  

For your personal well-being we offer:

• A strong Christian vision and mission-led organization with opportunities for your growth and contributions.
• Wonderful Christian peers and a vibrant student population.
• A beautiful and peaceful campus environment with areas to walk and coffee shops and restaurants close by.
• Free Fitness Center membership.
• Free parking.
• Rich employee benefit package.
  

Application Procedures - kindly apply only through this website

When completing the online application, please upload the following as Word or .pdf documents in the section marked Letter of Interest and Curriculum Vitae or Resume:

• Letter of Interest
• Curriculum Vitae (CV) or Resume
• Other supporting materials may be requested at a later stage of the review process.
• Interested applicants are encouraged to apply immediately as review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

We invite you to Be Known at Oregon's largest private and nationally recognized Christian University!

**This position is subject to close at any time, regardless of the date on the posting.
**Have questions or need assistance with our application process? Contact Georgefoxcareers@georgefox.edu

Salary : $44,100 - $62,475