Director of Online Practicum Education

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University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

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Department:

School of Social Workhttps://socialwork.uark.edu/

Summary of Job Duties:

The School of Social Work in the Fulbright College of Arts and Sciences at the University of Arkansas invites applications for a non-tenure track Clinical Assistant Professor as Director of Online Practicum Education to start in July 2027. This is a standard twelve-month faculty appointment.

The Director of Online Practicum Education, a non-tenure-track faculty position is responsible for providing leadership and oversight of all aspects of practicum education for students enrolled in the online Master of Social Work (MSW) Program. This individual will work collaboratively with the Director of Practicum Education to support the overall success of the practicum education program, with a continued focus on the growth and expansion of online field education opportunities.

Primary administrative responsibilities include developing and maintaining community partnerships to secure high-quality practicum placements for online students; providing individualized field advising, coordinating internship placements for all online MSW students, and internship supervision when needed; facilitating access to and utilization of Tevera, the program's online practicum management and tracking system, for students and all stakeholders, and delivering ongoing training and support to practicum instructors and faculty liaisons. The Director will oversee all sections of the online internship seminar courses and serve as a primary resource for students, practicum instructors, faculty, and community partners by providing consultation, guidance, and problem resolution related to practicum education experiences.

Additional responsibilities include assisting with the planning and implementation of the annual Practicum Instructor Appreciation Breakfast and recognizing outstanding student achievement by presenting the Excellence in Practicum Education Awards to online MSW students during the MSW Pinning Ceremony. Faculty responsibilities include, but are not limited to, serving as Co-Chair of the Practicum Education Committee; maintaining membership on the Curriculum Committee; attending and representing the program at the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) Annual Program Meeting (APM), engaging in professional networking and staying informed of accreditation standards, Educational Policy and Accreditation Standards (EPAS), and other developments relevant to social work education; and maintaining an active record of teaching, scholarship, and service. The Director is also expected to participate in monthly faculty meetings, university events, and other assigned departmental and institutional activities.

This is an in-person position. On-campus presence is an essential function of this position. Extensive in-person engagement in activities such as office hours, student advising, collaborative work, and departmental, college, and university committee meetings is required to advance student success, departmental effectiveness, and the mission of the college and the university. Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master of Social Work from an accredited institution of higher education conferred by the date of initial appointment

• At least two years post-MSW practice experience

• Eligible for social work licensure in Arkansas

Preferred Qualifications:

• Evidence of effective teaching experience. Relevant experience may include classroom instruction, training, professional development, workshop facilitation, field supervision, student mentoring, curriculum design, online instruction, or other roles involving the development and delivery of learning experiences

• Strong evidence of the ability to be an active, involved, and collegial member of a collaborative faculty team

• Evidence of experience in program administration, development, and/or coordination

• Evidence of, or a demonstrated potential for, an active research agenda and/or scholarly/creative activity

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of Practicum Education & accreditation standards

• Understanding of strategic leadership & program management

• Proficient in educational technology platforms

• Skilled in relationship building and community partner engagement.

Additional Information:

About the Department:

The School of Social Work uses evidence-based practices in order to educate social work leaders, emphasizing critical thinking and self-awareness, facilitating collaborative relationships in the community and conducting original research. The school strives to improve the lives of vulnerable persons, families, groups, organizations and communities, especially those in economic risk. For more information, search socialwork.uark.edu.

Duties will include:

• 30% Teaching
• 5% Research
• 15% Service
• 50% Administration

Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications.Cover Letter/Letter of Application, Curriculum Vitae, Letters of Recommendation, Other (see special instructions for details)Proof of Veteran StatusAnanda Rosa, search committee chair, [email protected]

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS  

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Completed applications received by October 10, 2026, will be assured full consideration. Late applications will be reviewed as necessary to fill the position.

For additional inquiries, please contact the search committee chair, Ananda Rosa, at [email protected].

Applicants must submit:
• Curriculum vitae
• Cover letter/letter of application
• Teaching evaluations OR in lieu of formal teaching evaluations, applicants may submit evidence of teaching, advising, supervision, or educational leadership effectiveness. Examples may include a statement of teaching and practicum education philosophy, student learning outcome data, mentorship or supervision evaluations, training materials, course or seminar materials, field education resources, or other documentation demonstrating success in student learning, practicum education, and academic leadership.
• Three letters of reference must be included.

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry

The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

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Benefits Eligible:

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