Minnesota State University Mankato
Location
Mankato, MN | United States
Job description
Location: Mankato
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Employment Condition: Probationary
Job Description:
The Master of Social Work ( MSW ) Field Education Director position is required by the Council on Social Work Education, social work's accrediting body, to provide leadership in the on-going administration and implementation of MSW field education in accordance with field education accreditation standards and with respect for diversity, inclusion, and equity across the field experience. The MSW Field Education Director collaborates and works closely with the MSW Program Director and MSW faculty to deliver a quality field education experience to MSW students. The MSW Field Education Directors assists in the development of MSW program expansion, including an online MSW Program and expanding field education opportunities across the state of Minnesota and nation.
Required Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
Other Requirements:
Work safely at all times, which includes but is not limited to, participating and completing all required safety trainings, as well as performing all job tasks in accordance with Minnesota State University, Mankato policies and procedures utilizing appropriate tools, equipment and personal protective equipment.
This position requires a passing background check.
About:
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION :
The MSW Program at Minnesota State, Mankato has been accredited since 2010, and the BSSW program since 1974. Each year, the MSW Program graduates 26-32 students and the BSSW Program graduates 65-70 majors. The Department of Social Work consists of 15 full-time faculty and staff that are actively engaged in teaching, practice, scholarship, student development, and service. The MSW Program, which has an Advanced Generalist specialization with a rural and small community emphasis, supports a Title IV-E Child Welfare training program, and supports a HRSA -funded behavioral workforce training grant. Additional information about the Department of Social Work can be found at: The Department of Social Work is part of the College of Allied Health and Nursing. Additional information about the College of Nursing can be found at: .
Additional information on Minnesota State University, Mankato can be found at:
University Demographics
Minnesota State University, Mankato is a member of the Minnesota State system. Minnesota State has established a strategic vision, Equity 2030, which aims to close the educational equity gaps across race and ethnicity, socioeconomic status, ability, and geographic location by the end of the decade at every Minnesota State college and university and to provide an opportunity for all Minnesotans to create a better future for themselves, for their families, and for their communities. The focus of the work includes:
· Enhancing access and student success.
· Providing Minnesota with the talent it needs.
· Anchoring the communities and regions we serve.
Equity 2030 seeks to bridge efforts occurring within divisions and institutions, creating an intentional statewide culture of equity-minded collaboration and resulting in equitable practice embedded throughout our institutions. The full Equity 2030 plan is linked here.
Minnesota State University, Mankato has identified five broad themes as our basis for discussion in developing our next comprehensive strategic plan. The themes are Serving Students and Managing Enrollment, Focusing our Resources, Offering an Exceptional Student Experience, Caring for Health and Well-Being, and Ensuring a Welcoming, Equitable, and Inclusive University. We seek to attract teacher-scholars who will be culturally and academically diverse faculty members, and staff with a demonstrated commitment to creating an inclusive learning and working environment. Minnesota State University, Mankato, is student-centered and focuses on applied research that expands knowledge; improves learning; and serves the region, state, and nation.
Founded as a Normal School in 1868, Minnesota State University, Mankato is now the second largest university in Minnesota with a tradition of combining big-ideas with real-world thinking to find solutions for pressing problems in the state, region, and global society. Mankato, Minnesota, is a community of nearly 44,500 people, about 85 miles southwest of the twin cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul. The University acknowledges the land and the tribal nations upon this land whose work is being accomplished. We acknowledge that we are on Dakota land. We also take the opportunity to recognize that we live, work, and learn in the homeland of the Dakota people, whose language frames our name—Minnesota State University, Mankato.
Serving approximately 17,900 students annually, the University is an applied research institution, with more than 200 academic programs, from bachelor's through doctoral degrees. The University is a diverse and global campus with 18% students of color and 1,175 + international students from 95 countries, cutting-edge information technology solutions and extensive partnerships. With 1,600 faculty and staff, including 700 teaching faculty. The University has additional locations and a growing number of on-line programs to accelerate educational access and opportunity. These locations include partnerships in northern Minnesota's the iron range region. Fast facts about the university can be found here:
APPLICATION PROCEDURES :
To apply for this position, please continue the process via this website:
A complete online application will include the following attachments. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed by the search committee.
CONTACT INFORMATION :
Nancy M. Fitzsimons, PhD, MSW , LISW
Social Work, MSW Program Director
Phone: 507-389-1287
TTY : 800-627-3529 or 711
Email: [email protected]
*Employment for this position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement for the Minnesota State University Administrative and Service Faculty which can be found at:
NOTICE : In accordance with the Minnesota State Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, employees driving on college/university business who use a rental or state vehicle shall be required to conform to MN State's vehicle use criteria and consent to a Motor Vehicle Records check.
The Minnesota State University, Mankato Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available for your review. This report is required by federal law and contains policy statements and crime statistics for the University. The policy statements address the school's policies, procedures and programs concerning safety and security. Three years' worth of statistics are included for certain types of crimes that were reported to have occurred on-campus, or in other University affiliated locations. This report is available online at: You may also request a paper copy from University Security at 507-389-2111, or by emailing [email protected]
Benefits Info:
The following link provides a brief overview of benefits available to eligible employees of Minnesota State University.
Select the ASF Summary (Administrative & Service Faculty) link from the list for specifics of that plan. Benefits OverviewDesired Start Date: 03/11/2024
About Minnesota State University Mankato
Minnesota State University, Mankato is where tireless thought and innovative research bring real solutions to real needs. The University's environment of big ideas coupled with real-world thinking equip Minnesota State Mankato students to go well beyond expectations and into exciting, rewarding futures.A growing international reputation for breakthrough research distinguishes the University, as does the unique quality of life that marks the proud community of greater Mankato.
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