BSW Field Director & Non-Tenure Track Faculty, Social Work

The Social Work Department at Augsburg University invites applications for a non-tenure track BSW Field Director position to begin August 17 2026. This is a full-time 10-month benefits-eligible three-year limited-term position. 

The Augsburg Social Work Department is distinctive for its culturally responsive emphasis as well as deep-seated commitment to social justice and global issues. We value student-centered learning emphasizing experiential learning strategies. We offer small class sizes and we leverage our strong community connections. Duties include:

Departmental Representation to the Community

• Represents and promotes the BSW Field Program with existing and potential field sites
• Recruits develops approves and maintains field placements for BSW students
• Recruit external field instructors as needed

Field Program Management

• Works with the MSW Field Director and Field Program Coordinator to assure maintenance and communication of database of field agencies
• Assures delivery maintenance and archiving of all BSW student learning agreements in collaboration with staff
• Conduct evaluations of BSW Field program and maintains appropriate documentation;
• Matches and refers students to field placements
• Engages in problem-solving and decision-making around significant field placement difficulties in consultation with the BSW Program Director
• Implements BSW field policies and practices
• Consults and coordinates with the Department Chair the BSW Program Director and the MSW Field Director to ensure consistent collaboration and integration of field programming and academic programs
• Work with BSW Field Directors from BSW programs across the state to address current field related issues
• Develops and conducts field orientations for all BSW students
• Develops and conducts yearly BSW field supervisor orientation

Field Education Responsibilities within the Department

• Teaches BSW field seminars
• Conducts 3 field visits a year for every BSW student in a field placement
• Updates and maintains the BSW Field Manual
• Develops implements and maintains a field program consistent with accreditation standards of the Council of Social Work Education
• Implements policies and procedures established by the Department for student field education
• Initiates consideration of new policies and procedures for maintaining and improving the quality of student field education
• Initiates expansion of field placement options using innovation and creativity to grow programs in conjunction with the MSW Field Director
• Uphold standards of the profession including the NASW Code of Ethics and the Guidelines for Field Education as developed by the CSWE

Other Duties

• Serves on the Field Education Committee and another departmental committee as assigned by the department chair
• Carries a small load of student advisees

Qualifications :

Minimum Qualifications: 

• A Masters of Social Work from a CSWE-accredited social work program is required
• A minimum of 3 years of direct social work practice experience
• A current graduate level social work license (LGSW LICSW or LISW) or eligibility for licensure in the state of Minnesota
• Ability to foster a positive and inclusive learning environment.
• Skills to navigate technological platforms for data collection management and communication and hybrid and online learning pedagogies.
• Excellent communication organizational and multi-tasking skills with proven ability to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong interpersonal skills required to work with students faculty staff other academic professionals and with community partners.

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Teaching experience in higher education
• Experience serving as a BSW or MSW field instructor
• Experience in program development and/or administration
• Familiarity and experience with the Council on Social Work Education accreditation standards.

Additional Information :

The compensation range is $62000-$67000 dependent on qualifications.

Augsburg University offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits program including: 

• Medical dental and vision insurance coverage. Medical plans include Kavira direct care which provides free or low-cost virtual and in-home primary care appointments and labs
• A generous 403(b) retirement program with an employer contribution of up to 8% upon eligibility
• Up to 100% tuition remission for employees spouses and dependents and participation in the Tuition Exchange program with colleges and universities throughout the US
• Employer-paid short-term disability long-term disability and life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all employees
• Paid parental leave

Application Instructions and Requirements

Initial review of application materials will begin on April 21 2026 and will continue until the position is filled.

To apply for this position please upload the following documents:

• Cover letter. Please address why you are interested in Augsburg University and this position how your previous professional and academic experiences make you a strong candidate for this position and how you believe you would contribute to and enhance the Augsburg Social Work Department.
• Curriculum Vitae
• Unofficial transcripts. Official transcripts are required at time of hiring.

As part of the online application process you will be asked to provide the name email address and nature of your professional relationship for two professional references. Letters of recommendation from these references will be requested at a later date pending advancement in the application process. Augsburg will notify you prior to contacting your references.

Augsburg University is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees regardless of their race color creed religion gender age national origin familial status disability veteran status sexual orientation gender identity gender expression marital status or public assistance status or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local law. Successful candidates will have demonstrated abilities working in an academic community committed to intentional diversity. Candidates are thus encouraged to highlight skills and experiences that demonstrate these competencies. Women and persons of color are encouraged to apply.

If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete our application process please contact our Human Resources Department at phone number: or email:

Augsburg University is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees regardless of their race color creed religion gender age national origin familial status disability veteran status sexual orientation gender identity gender expression marital status or public assistance status or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local law. 

If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete our application process please contact our Human Resources Department at phone number: or email:

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time