Field Director, Clinical Assistant Professor of Social Work, UAF CLA

The Field Director, Clinical Assistant Professor of Social Work is a full-time (9-month) term non-tenure track faculty position responsible for teaching, research, and service within a college or university's Social Work Department at the University of Alaska Fairbanks. The position involves delivering high-quality instruction at undergraduate and/or graduate levels, contributing to curriculum development, and fostering student learning and professional growth.

The Field Director is responsible for managing both the administrative and teaching components of the field education within UAF’s fully online Social Work Program. This position will develop partnerships and articulation agreements with organizations statewide and nationally, and update the field practicum manual. The position involves both teaching and service duties, encompassing 21 credits annually (typically 9 credits in Fall and 12 credits in Spring). As a key member of the program, the Field Director ensures field education courses meet accreditation standards, supports and advises students, and facilitates student placements with appropriate field supervisors. The role reports directly to the Dean of the College of Liberal Arts, this position can be entirely remote (Alaska-based) as the Social Work Program is 100% online.

To thrive in this role applicants should possess the following:

- Strong Knowledge Base: A deep understanding of social work theory, practice, policy, and research methods.
- Educational Pedagogy: Skills in engaging and effective teaching, with the ability to connect with diverse student populations.
- Research Competence: Ability to design, conduct, and publish original research that advances the field of social work.
- Clinical Experience: At least two years of post-MSW practice experience to bridge classroom teaching with real-world application.
- Two years post-MSW practice experience.
- Student-Centered Approach: Commitment to mentoring and fostering the academic and professional growth of students.
- Collaboration: Ability to work effectively with colleagues, both within the department and across the institution.
- Communication: Clear and empathetic communication skills to connect with students, colleagues, and community partners.

UAF is a land, Sea, and Space Grant university and an international center for research, education, and the arts, emphasizing the circumpolar North, and its diverse peoples. We have a strong team of dedicated educators who are committed to creating a community of critical thinkers who are dedicated to becoming competent, culturally grounded, and environmentally conscious professionals engaged in lifelong learning and research which honors diverse ways of knowing. We seek candidates of all backgrounds who embrace these values and the broader mission of public higher education. Come teach and be inspired in a diverse and inclusive accredited online social work program.

Minimum Qualifications:

Master’s degree in social work from a CSWE-accredited program. 2 years of post-MSW practice experience required
• Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW) from a CSWE-accredited program.
• 2-years, post MSW practice experience
• Experience in field education or student supervision.
• Knowledge of CSWE accreditation standards and EPAS requirements.
• Experience teaching/training

Position Details:

This position is located on the UAF campus in Fairbanks, and flexible on-site/hybrid work arrangements may be considered in accordance with UA regulations. This is a 9 month Term Faculty position with both a competitive salary and full employee benefits package. UA provides a generous compensation package that includes retirement options, FTO, 12 paid holidays per year, tuition waivers for employees and family members, and affordable medical, dental and vision care coverage. 

To ensure consideration, please apply by 11:55pm, Alaska Standard time on 01/31/2025. 

Please include the following documents with the submission of your application:
- Cover Letter
- CV
- Transcripts
- Philosophy of teaching and diversity statement 

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☎️If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Miriam Stelges, CLA HR Coordinator, at mmstelges@alaska.edu or 907-474-7932.

This position is represented by United Academics-AAUP/AFT (UNAC). https://unitedacademicsak.org/

This position is a term, non-tenure track faculty position and is reviewed annually for contract renewal at the University's discretion.

*To be eligible for this position, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction.  Applicants who now or may in the future require visa sponsorship to work in the United States are not eligible.

The University of Alaska (UA) is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact UA Human Resources by phone at 907-450-8200.

UA is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, educational institution and provider and prohibits illegal discrimination against any individual: www.alaska.edu/nondiscrimination.

The successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check.

Your application for employment with the University of Alaska is subject to public disclosure under the Alaska Public Records Act.

All employees at the University of Alaska are expected to uphold the highest standards of ethics and professionalism when conducting or engaged in university business.

*Each university within the University of Alaska system publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report which contains information regarding campus safety and security including topics such as: campus law enforcement authority; crime reporting policies; campus alerts (Timely Warnings and Emergency Notifications); fire safety policies and procedures; programs to prevent dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking; the procedures the University will follow when one of these crimes is reported; and other matters of importance related to security on campus. The report also contains information about crime statistics for the three most recent calendar years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in On-Campus Student Housing Facilities; in Noncampus buildings or property owned or controlled by the University or a recognized student organization; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus.  The report also contains fire statistics for any fires occurring in an On-Campus Student Housing Facility during the three most recent calendar years.  

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UAA: (Addresses Anchorage campus, Aviation Technology Complex, JBER - Elmendorf Extension, JBER - Richardson Extension, Kenai Peninsula College - Kachemak Bay campus, Kenai Peninsula College - Kenai River campus, Kodiak College, Kodiak High School Extension, Matanuska-Susitna College, Prince William Sound College, and Prince William Sound College - Cordova Extension) Online: https://www.uaa.alaska.edu/students/safety. Request a paper copy in person: UAA Police Department Office at Room 114 of Eugene Short Hall on the Anchorage campus / UAA Dean of Students Office at Room 122 of Rasmuson Hall on the Anchorage campus. Request a paper copy by mail: 907-786-1120 or police@uaa.alaska.edu / 907-786-1214 or uaa_deanofstudents@alaska.edu. 

UAF: (Addresses Fairbanks Campus, Bristol Bay Campus, Chukchi Campus, Community and Technical College, Kasitsna Bay Campus, Seward Marine Center, Tok Campus, Kuskokwim Campus, and Northwest Campus) Online: https://www.uaf.edu/orca/files/ASFSR.pdf. Request a paper copy in person: UAF Office of Rights, Compliance and Accountability on the 3rd Floor of Constitution Hall. Request a paper copy by mail: 907-474-7300 or uaf-orca@alaska.edu.

UAS: (Addresses the Juneau Auke Bay Campus, Juneau Technical Education Center, Sitka Campus, & Ketchikan Campus) Online: https://uas.alaska.edu/equity-and-compliance/docs/clery/UAS_ASFSR.pdf. Request a paper copy in person: Hendrickson Building, Suite 202 on the Juneau campus. Request a paper copy by mail: 907-796-6371 or emailing uas.clery@alaska.edu.