Assistant Professor, CFFP

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For more than 80 years, Kaplan has been a trailblazer in education and professional advancement. We are a global company at the intersection of education and technology, focused on collaboration, innovation, and creativity to deliver a best-in-class educational experience and make Kaplan a great place to work.

The future of education is here and we are eager to work alongside those who want to make a positive impact and inspire change in the world around them.

The College for Financial Planning, a Kaplan Company, invites applications for a Professor of Financial Planning/Wealth Management at the Assistant, Associate or Full Professor rank.  The College seeks a candidate to serve as a financial planning generalist.  Areas of specialization might include:

• Financial planning process
• Investments and wealth management
• Insurance and risk management
• Income tax planning
• Retirement and employee benefit planning
• Estate and legacy planning
• Behavioral finance

Primary/Key Responsibilities

• Teaching graduate certificate and Master’s courses 
• Leading curriculum and content development
• Engaging in innovative scholarship
• Contributing to professional and institutional service
• Develop curriculum and teach wealth management courses across financial planning content areas in synchronous and asynchronous formats. 
• Develop curriculum and teach wealth management courses across financial planning content areas in synchronous and asynchronous formats. 
• Serve as a lead instructor for graduate-level courses and programs to ensure the overall level of quality, integrity, engagement, relevance and accuracy leading to student success.
• Contribute to recording course-lecture videos, written modules and case studies, multiple-choice exam practice questions, PowerPoint slides, and other supplemental course materials ensuring an error free student experience.
• Engage in an active research agenda related to financial planning.
• Participate in institutional service including but not limited to committee work, academic advising, assessment of student learning, program review and peer-evaluation of faculty.
• Participate in professional service that enhances the visibility of the College.

Minimum Qualifications 

A terminal degree with 18 graduate credit hours in the discipline OR

A master’s degree with 18 graduate credit hours in the discipline AND

At least 5 years of financial services industry experience AND

At least 2 of the following:

•  Certifications or licensures directly related to the discipline area (such as CFP®) 
• Publications, presentations, or other intellectual works related to the discipline
• At least 200 hours of teaching contact hours AND evidence of teaching excellence demonstrated via teaching evaluations, teaching awards, or student letters of support 

If no terminal degree, 

•  At least 5 years of financial services industry experience AND

At least 2 of the following:

• Certifications or licensures directly related to the discipline area (such as CFP®) 
• Publications, presentations, or other intellectual works related to the discipline
• At least 200 hours of teaching contact hours AND evidence of teaching excellence demonstrated via teaching evaluations, teaching awards, or student letters of support. 

Skills and Abilities, Info Systems Experience, and/or 

Technical Competencies

• Exceptional computer skills using Microsoft Office Suite, Google applications, Adobe and learning management systems       
• Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills, self-starter with high energy and diligent work ethic, ability to meet tight deadlines, extremely high reasoning ability, ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Beyond base salary, our comprehensive total rewards package includes: - Remote work provides a flexible work/life balance - Comprehensive Retirement Package automatically enrolled in The Company Contribution Plan (8-10% annual company contribution based on tenure) - Our Gift of Knowledge Program provides tuition assistance and substantial discounts for our employees and close family members - Comprehensive health benefits new hire eligibility starts on day 1 of employment - Generous Paid Time Off includes paid holidays, vacation, personal, sick paid time-off, plus one (1) volunteer day and one (1) diversity and inclusion day to participate and give back to our local communities We are committed to providing a supportive and rewarding work environment where every employee can thrive. You can learn more about our full benefits package and total rewards philosophy here.

At Kaplan, we believe in attracting, rewarding, and retaining exceptional talent. Our compensation philosophy is designed to be competitive within the market, reflecting the value we place on the skills, experience, and contributions of our employees, while taking into account labor market trends and total rewards.

For full-time positions, Kaplan has three Salary Grades. This position is Salary Grade B: $64,819 to $90,000. The specific compensation offered will be determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to the candidate's qualifications, relevant experience, education, skills, and market data. We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal and state wage laws. #LI-Remote

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Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced designations such as CFP, CFA, ChFC, CLU, CEBS/RPA and CASL

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Diversity & Inclusion Statement:

Kaplan is committed to cultivating an inclusive workplace that values diversity, promotes equity, and integrates inclusivity into all aspects of our operations. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, nationality, or sex. We believe that diversity strengthens our organization, fuels innovation, and improves our ability to serve our students, customers, and communities. Learn more about our culture here.

Kaplan considers qualified applicants for employment even if applicants have an arrest or conviction in their background check records. Kaplan complies with related background check regulations, including but not limited to, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.  There are various positions where certain convictions may disqualify applicants, such as those positions requiring interaction with minors, financial records, or other sensitive and/or confidential information.

Kaplan is a drug-free workplace and complies with applicable laws.