Lecturer in Financial Planning

Posting Number : F1849P

F1849P

Working Title :

Lecturer in Financial Planning

Department :

FACS-Fin Plan,Housing&Cnsm Ecn

About the University of Georgia :

Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education ( https : / / www.

uga.edu / ). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education.

UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton.

UGA employs approximately 3,000 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students.

Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.

About the College / Unit / Department :

The Department of Financial Planning, Housing, and Consumer Economics is one of the four academic units in the College of Family and Consumer Sciences.

It offers B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. degrees with an enrollment of approximately 320 undergraduate and 90 graduate students. Undergraduate programs include Consumer Economics (with an optional emphasis in Applied Consumer Analytics), Social Entrepreneurship, Financial Planning, and Housing Management and Policy (with an optional emphasis in Residential Property Management).

The Department is staffed by 20 faculty members with expertise in consumer decision making, consumer and family policy, financial literacy, financial planning, housing, and residential property management.

Extension and public service faculty provide practical, research-based information to Georgia residents to improve quality of lives and communities.

The department provides research and outreach in support of local government through the Housing and Demographics Research Center.

College / Unit / Department website :

www.fcs.uga.edu / fhce

Posting Type : External

External

Retirement Plan : TRS or ORP

TRS or ORP

Employment Type : Employee

Employee

Benefits Eligibility :

Benefits Eligible

Anticipated Start Date :

08 / 01 / 2024

Job Posting Date : 12 / 12 / 2023

12 / 12 / 2023

Open until filled :

Special Instructions to Applicants :

Complete applications received by January 15, 2024 will be given full consideration. The college plans to fill this position by August 2024.

Complete applications will include a letter of application, a vita, a copy of the applicant’s unofficial transcript for graduate study, a sample of scholarly writing, and a statement of teaching philosophy.

Three letters of reference are preferred but not required unless invited to interview. Applicants should request that three letters of reference be sent directly to Melissa McBride (mmcbride@uga.

edu). Questions about this position or the application process should be directed to Dr. Lance Palmer (lpalmer@uga.edu) or Ms.

Melissa McBride (mmcbride@uga.edu).

Location of Vacancy :

Athens Area

EEO Statement :

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status.

Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).

USG Core Values Statement :

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well the System Office.

Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards.

More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https : / / www.

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Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https : / / www.

usg.edu / policymanual / section6 / C2653 .

Classification Title :

Lecturer

Faculty Rank : Lecturer

Lecturer

Contract Type : Academic (9 mo.)

Academic (9 mo.)

Tenure Status : Non-Tenure Track

Non-Tenure Track

Minimum Qualifications :

The applicant must have earned a doctorate in financial planning, finance, accounting, consumer economics, or other closely related disciplines

Position Summary :

The Department of Financial Planning, Housing and Consumer Economics at the University of Georgia invites applications for the position of Lecturer (nine months, academic appointment, non-tenure track, 100% teaching) in Financial Planning and Consumer Economics.

The faculty member will have a 100% Teaching nine-month, full time appointment in the Department of Financial Planning, Housing, and Consumer Economics, but will be expected to collaborate across campus on teaching and outreach.

The primary teaching assignment for the individual filling this position will be 4 courses every semester. These include teaching courses in financial planning and consumer economics.

The hired faculty member will be expected to mentor undergraduate students, lead students to academic and professional conferences, student competitions, help with promoting and developing the financial planning program, and participate in departmental and collegiate governance and professional organizations, and pursue active membership in relevant professional organizations.

Additional Requirements :

Expertise in the areas of financial planning and consumer economics.

Relevant / Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, and / or Certification :

At least one degree in Family and Consumer Sciences is preferred. Demonstrated expertise in the areas of financial planning and consumer economics.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and / or Competencies :

The hired faculty should be knowledgeable of the CFP® certification processes and standards.

Is this a Position of Trust? :

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? :

Does this position require a P-Card? :

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? :

Is driving a responsibility of this position? :

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? :

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) :

Credit and P-Card policy :

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website .

Background Investigation Policy :

• Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia;
• confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for;

and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable.

Please visit the UGA Background Check website .