Student Support Specialist-Title IV-E Child Welfare Program (MSUAASF Range B)

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1. GRANT COMPLIANCE. Monitor current student and recent graduate eligibility for the Title IV-E Child Welfare Program. Manage post-graduate tracking activities and provide ongoing support to graduates in their efforts to meet post-graduation employment search and payback requirements. Schedule and monitor student attendance at required workshops conferences and program group meetings and completes exit interviews for Title IV-E Child Welfare Program students faculty staff. Manage database of students and related relevant reports. Coordinate the annual Title IV-E Child Welfare program budget reports training renewal processes and evaluations.

2. COMMUNICATE AND COLLABORATE. Maintain communication with multiple departments at WSU including Social Work Financial Aid Student Services and the Business Office. Communicate regularly with Title IV-E Child Welfare Program BSW & MSW Coordinators and Field program on issues related to student completion of academic practicum and post-graduation requirements. Coordinate of the Title IV-E Child Welfare Programs marketing and web-based social media activities. Coordinate child and family related training opportunities on campus and in the community. Serve on the Title IV-E Child Welfare Program leadership team in the Social Work Department.

3. MONITOR BUDGET. Monitor program expenses and timelines. Assure the completion and delivery of budget related documents required by WSU and MN DHS. Authorize expenses as required in the Title IV-E Child Welfare Program annual budget for student recruitment support training and related activities. Coordinate budget reports including the annual Child Welfare Stipend Program contract proposals training renewal processes and annual program reports and evaluations.

4. MANAGE DATA. Manage an online database requiring final reports and data entry from multiple forms to track stipend recipients progress documents and activities related to completion of academic program and post-graduation employment repayment obligations.

5. PERFORM OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED to ensure the smooth functioning of the department and maintain the reputation of Winona State University. Duties include but are not limited to professional development.

Salary Range: $38797.00 - $78458.00; Commensurate with qualifications and experience

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in social work or related field.
• Two (2) years relevant work experience.
• Experience in word processing spreadsheets and database software and reports/graphs
• Must be able to travel independently.
  

Preferred Qualification

• Experience working in Social Work or Child Welfare setting.
• Current State of Minnesota social worker licensure (e.g. LSW) or ability to attain licensure upon hire.
• Experience with grants contracts and/or budgets.
• Experience in working in collaborative programs initiatives or teams.
• Specific interest in and/or experience with children and families.
• Knowledge of undergraduate and/or graduate social work programs.
• Ability to interpret and implement departmental institutional state and federal laws and policies related to education and human service data privacy laws social work education and child welfare professional practice.
• Able to develop and maintain professional relationships with students staff faculty and professionals of diverse backgrounds with strong interpersonal and cross cultural oral and written communication skills.
• Able to handle multiple projects with strong multitasking skills.
• Able to assist students resume building and interview skills.

Other Requirements:

1. Thesuccessfulcandidatemustbeabletolawfullyaccept employmentintheUnitedStatesby the day employment begins. The University regrets that we are unable to offer H1-B sponsorship at this time.

2. A complete online application will include the following:

• A cover letter that addresses the qualifications listed previously
• Current Curriculum Vitae / Resume
• Transcripts (undergraduate and graduate)
• A list of professional references with contact information
  

Posting Information:

Application Deadline: Review begins October 3 2025

Appointment Date: As Soon As Possible

Primary Location: Winona MN

Type of Appointment: Externally Funded

Telework (Yes/No) No

About Winona State University

Founded in 1858 Winona State University is a regional public university and the oldest member of the Minnesota State system. Offering more than 200 majors and programs Winona State has the #1 Student Success Rate in the Minnesota State System with 92 percent of WSU graduates being hired in a field related to their degree. With campuses in both Winona and Rochester Winona State offers the best of both worlds. Widely known for its stunning natural setting the Winona campus is nestled between picturesque bluffs and the Mississippi River - meaning rock climbing paddle-boarding hiking and kayaking are within a mile of campus. WSUs Rochester campus is located in Minnesotas third largest city - a dynamic hub for industry arts and culture and consistently ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. Winona State Universitys mission is to enhance the intellectual social cultural and economic vitality of the people and communities we serve: a community of learners improving our world. For more information visit .

Employment for this position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement for Minnesota State University Association of Administrative & Service Faculty (ASF) which can be found at In accordance with Minnesota State policy employees driving on university business who use a rental or state vehicle shall be required to conform to Minnesota States vehicle use criteria and consent to a motor vehicle records check. The Winona State University 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 schools 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 by emailing .

Winona State University is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race sex color creed religion age national origin disability protected veteran status marital status status with regard to public assistance sexual orientation gender identity gender expression or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer we actively seek and encourage applications from women minorities persons with disabilities and individuals with protected veteran status.

The University provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

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Benefits Information:

At Minnesota State we have a GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Our generous benefits include 11 paid Holidays Vacation Time Sick Time six weeks of Paid Parental Leave low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500) a Pension Plan 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts employer paid life insurance short and long term disability as well as professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents etc. We promote the health and well-being of our employees and take work/life balance seriously.

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