Director, Practicum Education

FORDHAM University; New York (NY); On-site; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Tuition remission

Generous time off

Job summary

Fordham University seeks a Director of Practicum Education to lead undergraduate and graduate practicum operations, aligning curricula with CSWE standards and student learning outcomes. You will collaborate with faculty to ensure accreditation compliance and develop policies governing placement sites and instructors.

The role requires strategic oversight, data-driven evaluation, and effective communication with internal and external stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Social Work is required.
• Minimum of 5 years in Practicum Education or related fields.
• Proficiency with CSWE standards and accreditation processes.
• Experience with university data systems and campus policies.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership for undergraduate and graduate practicum operations.
• Ensure CSWE accreditation standards and compliance.
• Develop and implement practicum curriculum and policies.
• Oversee recruitment, training, and assessment of placement sites.
• Manage evaluation submissions and records each semester.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Leadership

Communication skills

Diplomacy

Adaptability

Teamwork

Customer service orientation

Education

Master's Degree in Social Work

Tools

Banner

Job description

Founded in 1841, Fordham is the Jesuit University of New York, offering an exceptional education distinguished by the Jesuit tradition to more than 16,000 students in its nine colleges and schools. It has residential campuses in the Bronx and Manhattan, a campus in West Harrison, N.Y., the Louis Calder Center Biological Field Station in Armonk, N.Y., and the London Centre in the United Kingdom.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement plans; life insurance; short and long-term disability; employee assistance program ( EAP ); tuition remission; and generous time off.

Successful candidates should have a knowledge of and commitment to the goals of Jesuit Education.

Reporting to the Dean and Associate Dean, the Director of Practicum Education provides leadership, subject-matter expertise, administrative oversight, and supervision of Practicum Education staff and operations. The Director ensures compliance with required accreditation for the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) professional practice competencies, standards and procedures.

This role is responsible for the design, development and implementation of the Practicum Education curriculum, policies, and requirements for undergraduate and graduate social work programs.

The position requires periodic travel and occasional evening and weekend work.

Essential Functions

• Provides subject-matter expertise and administrative leadership for undergraduate and graduate Practicum Education operations.


• Establishes department best practices to ensure consistent application of practicum curriculum, policies, and procedures.


• Collaborates with GSS faculty and administration to align practicum experiences with student learning outcomes.


• Ensures strict adherence to CSWE accreditation, GSS , University, and NYSED requirements.


• Develops and maintains department procedures, data, manuals, and official accreditation materials.


• Guarantees data accuracy and integrity across university systems in strict accordance with FERPA regulations.


• Utilizes department data to evaluate operational effectiveness, staff performance, and the student educational experience.


• Applies critical analysis and ethical judgment to resolve complex student and agency issues.


• Develops policies for the recruitment, training, and assessment of placement sites, practicum instructors, and advisors.


• Manages workflows to ensure timely completion and submission of student evaluations and grades each semester.


• Partners with University administrators to resolve and document the student Administrative Review process.


• Collaborates on the development and implementation of scholarship and stipend-based practicum partnerships.


• Models and fosters respect for diversity, equity, and inclusion across all relationships and operations.


• Develops clear, effective, and diplomatic communication with internal and external stakeholders.


• Represents the Practicum Education function within the University and to external stakeholders, including national organizations and local community partners, to enhance institutional visibility.

Essential Functions Note

This list is not intended to be an exhaustive list. The University may assign additional related duties as necessary.

Management Responsibilities

Supervises individual contributors (admin, clerical, maintenance) and, based on scope, occasionally other managers. Handles hiring, training, development, performance management, and corrective action, with significant input on compensation decisions.

Additional Functions

Required Qualifications: Education and Experience

Master's Degree in Social Work.

Minimum of 5 years of experience in Practicum Education, Social Work Education, and/or social work administration/leadership.

Required Qualifications: Knowledge and Skills

Proficiency with Council on Social Work Education ( CSWE ) Educational Policy and Accreditation Standards.

Excellent analytic, organizational, and time management capabilities with a high level of attention to detail.

Ethical, sound judgment, detail-oriented, with strong organizational and time management skills.

Leadership and initiative in effective problem resolution.

Ability to adapt and help staff adapt to changing priorities in a complex environment.

Exceptional interpersonal and relational skills with a customer-service orientation.

Strong diplomatic communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to navigate complex stakeholder relationships.

Ability to function independently and as part of a team.

Exceptional interpersonal and relational skills with a customer-service orientation.

Demonstrated technical proficiency with university data systems (e.g., Banner) and specialized educational platforms.

Preferred Qualifications

Minimum Starting Salary

Minimum Starting Salary $130,000

Maximum Starting Salary

Maximum Starting Salary $150,000

Note

Note Salary is commensurate with qualifications, experience, and skills.

Is this a Union position?

No

Start Date

ASAP

EEO Statement

Fordham University is committed to excellence and welcomes candidates of all backgrounds.

Fordham University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Physical Activity and Work Environment

Sitting Often

Repetitive Hand Motion (such as typing)

Repetitive Hand Motion (such as typing) Often

Hearing, Listening, Talking Often

Standing

Standing Seldom

Walking

Walking Seldom

Running

Running Not Required

Bending, Stooping, Kneeling, squatting, Crouching, Crawling

Bending, Stooping, Kneeling, squatting, Crouching, Crawling Not Required

Climbing stairs Not Required

Climbing ladders

Climbing ladders Not Required

Reaching overhead

Reaching overhead Not Required

Pulling, pushing

Pulling, pushing Not Required

Shoveling

Shoveling Not Required

Lifting - up to 20 pounds

Lifting - up to 20 pounds Not Required

Lifting - up to 50 pounds

Lifting - up to 50 pounds Not Required

Lifting - over 50 pounds Not Required

Work Environment Office Environment: Employees are protected from weather conditions or contaminants, but not necessarily occasional temperature changes.

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Resume


• Cover Letter

Optional Documents

Supplemental questions you will be required to answer on the application (No action is needed on this page)

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Do you have a Master’s Degree in Social Work?
  • Yes
  • No


• Do you have a minimum of 5 years of experience in Practicum Education, Social Work Education, and/or social work administration/leadership?
  • Yes
  • No