Frostburg State University

Frostburg State University

Director of Social Work Practicum Education – Instructor/Assistant Professor

Frostburg State University, USA · Director · Full-time

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About the role

  • This position is available to begin in Spring 2026.
  • The social work program (undergraduate) is the only accredited social work program in Western Maryland.
  • It is nationally accredited by the Council on Social Work Education, with approximately 50 students who represent the geographic, racial, and gender diversity of the state of Maryland.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with the Social Work program director on assessing and revising program policies, reaffirmation of accreditation, and curriculum revisions.

Nice to have

  • Familiarity with undergraduate social work curriculum and generalist social work practice.
  • Experience in teaching college/university social work courses.
  • Familiarity with establishing and maintaining collaborative partnerships with agencies suitable for undergraduate social work field placements, particularly in Western Maryland.
  • Experience with electronic and online information management systems.
  • Candidates without a doctoral degree will be hired at the rank of Instructor, with the requirement of completing a doctoral degree in Social Work or closely related field prior to the tenure review year.
  • Earned doctorate is required for appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor.
  • More than 4,000 students enroll yearly.
  • About the Area: FSU is located on a scenic 260-acre campus in the mountains of Western Maryland, a region rich in history, quaint shopping areas and eclectic cafes and food choices.

Compensation

  • Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications; University System of Maryland benefits package included.

Benefits

  • Director of Social Work Practicum Education - Instructor/Assistant Professor
  • Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications; University System of Maryland benefits package included.
  • The Social Work Program is within FSU's College of Education, Behavioral and Health Professions.
  • The College engages students, faculty, and staff in collaborative efforts to reach high standards, promote diversity and ensure equity in all programs.
  • The Director of Social Work Practicum Education is responsible for the oversight of all aspects of undergraduate field education including the following:
  • Maintaining and updating student files, documents, and assessments related to practicum education.
  • Appropriate auxiliary aids and services for qualified individuals with disability will be provided upon request.

Equal opportunity

  • Frostburg State University welcomes and encourages women, veterans and minorities to apply and seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce.
  • Equal Opportunity Employer.

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