Academic Service Officer II- School of Social Work

Wayne State University is searching for an experienced Academic Service Officer II- School of Social Work at its Detroit campus location.

Wayne State is a premier, public, urban research university located in the heart of Detroit, Michigan where students from all backgrounds are offered a rich, high-quality education. Our deep-rooted commitment to excellence, collaboration, integrity, diversity and inclusion creates exceptional educational opportunities which prepare students for success in a global society.

Essential functions (job duties):

The Office of Field Education in the School of Social Workplaces roughly 650 students with various agencies throughout the metropolitan Detroit area. The department utilizes roughly 25 Faculty Field Liaisons and 4 Placement Assistants.

The School of Social Work is seeking an Academic Services Officer II to coordinate the field placement activities for BSW, MSW and MSW advanced year students within the School of Social Work.

Assist Assistant Director of Field Studies with coordinating the placement of BSW, MSW & MSW advance year students with agencies that will fulfill the field education requirement with the School of Social Work curriculum. Serve as one of the Placement Assistants. Meet with students to define which agency /agencies would be the best placement. Advise and mediate student issues and success concerns.

Develop, plan and implement orientation for students. Serve on Scholarship Committee.

Assist Assistant Director of Field Studies with recruitment of new agency sites.

Process new Agency applications and process affiliation agreements along with site visits. Liaison with Field Instructors.

Responsible for the orientation of all Field Instructors. Assist with development, planning and implementing Continuing Education courses for the Field instructors which may include obtaining guest speakers. Update and maintain the Field Education Manual. Recommend, implement and maintain Field Education Curriculum. Serve on the Field Education Advisory Committee.

Provide reports on the success of the Field Placements.

Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Master's degree in Social Work. Must be a Licensed Master Social Worker, licensed by State of Michigan Department of Licensing & Regulatory Affairs.

Two years post MSW degree, some experience working with students in higher education.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

 Business Skills- Ability to work independently. Ability to handle multiple demands. Understands objectives and looks for ways to improve processes and
quality. Identify and resolves problems in a timely manner.

Communication Skills-Effective interpersonal and customer service skills, writes clearly and informatively. Responds courteously to requests for service and assistance. Maintain confidentiality of students, personnel and management
in formation.

Analytical Skills-Ability to quickly identify and understand problems and select appropriate resolutions.

Technical Skills- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Products; Banner, STARS, ALeRT, ODS/Cognos

School/College/Division:

H13 - School of Social Work

Primary department:

H1301 - Deans Office Social Work

Employment type:

• Regular Employee

Funding/salary information:

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

Working conditions:

Travel required between agency sites. Available to work evening and weekends as requested.

Job openings:

• Number of openings: 1

Background check requirements:

University policy requires certain persons who are offered employment to undergo a background check, including a criminal history check, before starting work. If you are offered employment, the university will inform you if a background check is required.

Equal employment opportunity statement:

Wayne State University provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. The university encourages applications from women, people of color and other underrepresented people. Wayne State is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.

Salary : $49,600 - $62,800