Assistant Director, Outreach & Community Partnerships

Commonwealth of Massachusetts; Salem (MA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Salem State University seeks an Assistant Director of Outreach and Community Engagement to lead the expansion of online BSW and MSW degree pathways. This leadership role focuses on bridging academic rigor with workforce needs and building durable partnerships with community colleges, regional employers, and diverse stakeholders.

The role is a three-year, grant-funded, full-time, 12-month staff position on campus in Salem, MA, with no teaching duties and no remote work eligibility.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of two years of documented post-graduate social work practice experience.
• Demonstrated experience in project management.
• A valid driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Lead expansion of online BSW and MSW degree pathways.
• Build and sustain high-impact partnerships with community and colleges, regional employers, and diverse stakeholders.
• Bridge academic rigor and workforce needs to create seamless educational pipelines.

Skills

Project management

Driver's license

Education

Master’s degree in Social Work

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Salem State University seeks an Assistant Director of Outreach and Community Engagement to lead the expansion of online BSW and MSW degree pathways. This leadership role focuses on bridging academic rigor with workforce needs and building durable partnerships with community colleges, regional employers, and diverse stakeholders.

The role is a three-year, grant-funded, full-time, 12-month staff position on campus in Salem, MA, with no teaching duties and no remote work eligibility.