Assistant Director, Academic- School of Work

Wayne State University; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Wayne State University in Detroit is seeking an Assistant Director, Academic - School of Work to lead and coordinate practicum education across undergraduate and graduate programs. The role focuses on developing curricula, site placement, and collaboration with Curriculum Coordinators and Concentration Chairs to maintain CSWE accreditation standards.

The successful candidate will supervise staff, oversee Continuing Education initiatives, and prepare detailed program reports for the Dean.

Qualifications

• Doctorate degree preferred.
• Must be a licensed master social worker (LMSW) in Michigan.
• Experience with School of Social Work curriculum.
• Experience as a Faculty Practicum Liaison and/or Practicum Instructor.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, plan, implement and maintain sound operational plans for Practicum Education.
• Develop and improve practicum education curriculum for undergrad and graduate levels.
• Lead selection of practicum education sites in line with CSWE accreditation.
• Seek opportunities for innovation in practicum education structure and placement processes.
• Coordinate practicum placement for BSW and MSW students as needed.
• Supervise clerical and academic staff related to practicum education.
• Prepare periodic reports on the practicum education program.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Analytical

Interpersonal

Business

Managing

Technical

Education

Doctorate degree

LMSW license

Tools

Banner

STARS

ALeRT

ODS/Cognos

Microsoft Office

Job description

Assistant Director, Academic- School of Work

Wayne State University is searching for an experienced AssistantDirector, Academic- School of Work at its Detroit campuslocation.

Wayne State is a premier, public, urban research university locatedin the heart of Detroit, Michigan where students from allbackgrounds are offered a rich, high-quality education. Ourdeep-rooted commitment to excellence, collaboration, integrity,diversity and inclusion creates exceptional educationalopportunities which prepare students for success in a globalsociety.

Essential functions (job duties):

Coordinate, plan, implement and maintain sound operational andorganization plans to support the objectives of Practicum Educationand formulate policies, procedures and processes ensuring that theyare consonant with the mission and goals of the School and theaccreditation standards of the Council on Social Work Education(CSWE).

Develop, plan, implement, maintain and improve, where needed, thepracticum education curriculum for each level of undergraduate andgraduate students and maintain and upgrade the Practicum EducationManual.

Take leadership, consulting with Curriculum Coordinators andConcentration Chairs, for development and oversight ofimplementation of criteria for the selection of practicum educationsites that are consonant with University and School policy and CSWEaccreditation standards.

Seek opportunities for innovation in the organization and structureof practicum education curriculum at the undergraduate and graduatelevels and for practicum education placement processes, includingopportunities for funding that supports innovation in practicumeducation.

Responsible for coordination of practicum placement of all BSWstudents and MSW students as needed.

Supervise clerical and academic staff associated with the School'spracticum education program, including maintaining responsibilityfor orientation of new personnel and ensuring that appropriatestudent records are maintained.

Develop, plan and implement programs of Continuing Educationcourses and training for agency-based practicum instructors.

Supervise and provide consultation to Faculty Practicum Liaisonsand Placement Assistants for practicum-related issues.

Prepare detailed periodic reports on the School's practicumeducation program as requested by the Dean and/or theAssociate/Assistant Dean.

Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Doctorate degree preferred.

Must be a licensed master social worker (LMSW), State of MichiganLicensing & Regulatory Affairs.

Experience with School of Social Work curriculum.

Experience as a Faculty Practicum Liaison and/or PracticumInstructor.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Communication Skills- Ability to communicate effectively withothers, both orally and in writing. Ability to maintain a highlevel of responsiveness to customer concerns and complaints.

Analytical Skills- Highly effective analytical skills; ability toquickly identify and understand problems and select appropriateresolutions.

Interpersonal Skills- Ability to deal with frequent change, delaysor unexpected events. Ability to change approach or method to bestfit the situation and react well under pressure. Ability to workcollaboratively with others throughout the University and agencies.Ability to work professionally with a variety of people atdifferent job levels.

Business Skills- Ability to work independently. Ability to handlemultiple demands on one's time in situations that are sometimesstressful. Understands objectives and looks for ways to improveprocesses and quality. Identifies and resolves problems in a timelymanner.

Managing Skills- Ability to delegate work, set clear direction andmanage workflow. Ability to train staff and develop subordinateskills. Provides regular performance feedback.

Technical Skills- Proficiency in the use of Banner, STARS, ALeRT,ODS/Cognos and Microsoft Office Suite.

School/College/Division:

H13 - School of Social Work

Primary department:

H1301 - Deans Office Social Work

Employment type:

• Regular Employee
• Job type: Full Time
• Job category: Academic/Faculty

Funding/salary information:

• Compensation type: Annual Salary
  
• Salary minimum: TBD
• Salary hire maximum: TBD

Job openings:

• Number of openings: 1
  

Background check requirements:

University policy requires certain persons who are offeredemployment to undergo a background check, including a criminalhistory check, before starting work. If you are offered employment,the university will inform you if a background check isrequired.