MSW Core Faculty & Assistant MSW Field Director

Job Description : POSITION SUMMARY :

The Full-Time Core Faculty and Assistant MSW Field Director at Pacific Oaks College is a dual-role position within the Master of Social Work (MSW) program. The role is pivotal in delivering high-quality instruction and overseeing critical aspects of the field education program. Primary responsibilities include teaching courses, advising students, contributing to curriculum development, and assisting with the administration and coordination of field education. The position also plays an essential role in ensuring compliance with the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) field education standards.

In addition to teaching and curriculum responsibilities, the Assistant MSW Field Director collaborates with the MSW Field Director on tasks such as recruiting and assessing field sites, managing student placements, maintaining student records, and resolving conflicts between students, field instructors, and agencies. This role emphasizes leadership in fostering a culturally responsive learning environment that prepares students for professional practice in social work and contributes to the program's growth and mission.

This position reports to the Dean of the School of Cultural & Family Psychology and is based in Pasadena, California, with the possibility of remote work upon approval by the College.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED :

The incumbent establishes methods and procedures for attaining specific goals and objectives and receives guidance in terms of broad goals. Only the final results of work are typically reviewed.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

Teaching and Curriculum Development :

• Teach 24 credits per academic year and deliver diverse course offerings. Reduction of teaching credits is at the discretion of the Dean.
• Develop and manage curriculum, ensuring content aligns with CSWE competency standards and current social work practices.
• Update syllabi and CANVAS course shells as needed.
• Teacher field seminar courses as assigned.

Student Support and Advisement :

Field Education Management and Assessment :

Institutional Support :

Additional Duties :

Is regular attendance an essential function?YesNo

ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES :

KNOWLEDGE :

SKILLS :

ABILITIES :

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS :

Required Qualifications :

Preferred Qualifications :

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or license-eligible in the state of residence

3 years of post-MSW practice experience, with at least 2 years in field education administration, teaching field seminars, and / or providing field instruction.

TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS

EQUIPMENT USED :

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL & MENTAL TASKS : (Check all that apply) :

Physical Demands :

StandingLifting : 3 Lbs.Pushing / Pulling

Driving

WalkingCarryingHearing

Speaking

ReachingWriting

Squatting / KneelingSeeing

ClimbingPushingOther : Typing

Physical Environment - Exposed to :

NoiseHeat / ColdFumes / Gases

Human Tissue / Fluids

ChemicalsCarcinogensDirtAnimal Tissue / Fluids

Toxic ChemicalsRadiation Other : Dust

Biohazardous Material

Mental Demands :

ReadingFrequent InterruptionsPeriods of Concentrated Attention

Detailed WorkIrregular Work ScheduleFrequent Contact with People

Frequent Deadlines Other :

Multiple Concurrent Tasks

TRAVEL : (% of total time) : Up to 30% of total time

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS :

The noise level in the work environment is usually quite to moderately noisy while in the office. The office temperature is about 70 degrees.

DECISION MAKING :

The position is governed by the policies of Pacific Oaks, along with established procedures for the department. Independent judgment is required in the supervision of personnel as well as in the carrying out of the department's strategic goals and budget management.

CONTACT RESPONSIBILITIES :

Routine exchange or presentation of information.

Responsible for demonstrating professionalism and leadership in resolving conflicts with students and employees. Recommends alternative approaches to solve problems and conflicts.

FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY :

This position does not require the management of budgets, but it is required to follow Pacific Oaks policies for purchasing and budget approvals.

Compensation & Benefits

This opportunity is budgeted at $66,560.00-73,170.00 base compensation. Additional compensation factors may impact total compensation. To learn more about our competitive benefits and additional rewards, including generous paid time-off, medical and dental insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, retirement plan with employer contribution, multiple flexible spending accounts, tuition reimbursement, click the link below.

https : / / www.pacificoaks.edu / about / careers-pacific-oaks /

Pacific Oaks is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Pacific Oaks participates in E-Verify and verifies identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Pacific Oaks offers equal employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, parental status, housing status, source of income or military status, in accordance with applicable federal, state and local EEO laws.

Salary : $66,560 - $73,170