Clinical Assistant Professor Social Work Field Coordinator

The Clinical Assistant Professor Field Coordinator supports the School of Social Works field education program with primary responsibility for students enrolled in the fully online MSW program. This 12-month position coordinates develops assesses and manages practicum placements and agency partnerships across the United States. Responsibilities include teaching online field seminars; serving as a faculty field liaison; supporting students field instructors and agency partners throughout the practicum experience; and assisting with accreditation compliance training and program assessment activities related to field education.

The Field Coordinator collaborates closely with the Field Education Director Program Coordinators faculty and community partners to support student success and maintain high-quality field education experiences aligned with CSWE accreditation standards.

Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States. The university is unable to sponsor employment visas for this position. This position may be based in Boise Idaho or approved for remote work within the United States. The anticipated start date is August 2026 for the Fall 2026 semester.

• Coordinate and support practicum placements agency partnerships and field education activities for online MSW students.

• Serve as faculty liaison for assigned students and teach online and/or face-to-face field seminar courses.

• Recruit develop and maintain relationships with practicum agencies and field instructors nationwide.

• Support field instructors and students through training consultation problem-solving and ongoing communication regarding practicum expectations and student progress.

• Assist with field education program assessment accreditation compliance curriculum implementation and continuous improvement efforts.

• Maintain field education records databases forms manuals and related documentation.

• Evaluate practicum placements and assist in resolving student agency or field-related concerns.

• Participate in School of Social Work committees and other service activities as assigned.

• Collaborate with faculty and program leadership to support quality field education experiences and student success.

Housed within the College of Health Sciences at Boise State University the School of Social Work prepares graduates in Idaho the Pacific Northwest and throughout the country for beginning and advanced social work practice. Our programs are rigorous and our faculty provide a comprehensive and interactive in-person and online education. Our curriculum is informed by a recognition of the critical importance of diversity and an understanding of cultural political and socio-historical contexts for social work education practice and research. Being a part of the College of Health Sciences provides numerous opportunities for collaborative interdisciplinary research and educational programming. Today the School has the largest graduate program at the University. The 280 undergraduate students and 539 graduate students (89 face-to-face and 450 online) are served by 23 full-time addition to the undergraduate BSW program the School also offers both the Full-Program MSW and the Advanced Standing MSW options. All social work programs have been reaffirmed for accreditation through February 2027 by the CSWE.

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• Masters degree in Social Work and three years of relevant professional experience.

• Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW).

• Experience working with students in field education or practicum settings.

• Experience working effectively in virtual and hybrid environments including use of digital collaboration and learning management platforms.

• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain professional relationships in online learning environments.

• Doctoral Degree in Social Work (PhD or DSW)

• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW).

• Knowledge of social work ethics and Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) EPAS standards.

• Experience with online or hybrid delivery of social work education.

• Experience training mentoring or supporting students and field instructors.

• Familiarity with student information systems databases and standard office software applications.

• Knowledge of community-based resources and referral systems.

• Commitment to supporting inclusive learning and working environments.

• Strong interpersonal organizational and communication skills.

• Ability to foster engagement and connection in virtual learning environments.

• Proficiency with learning management systems virtual meeting platforms and standard workplace software.

• Ability to manage documentation data entry and related administrative responsibilities.

• Ability to collaborate effectively with students faculty staff and community partners.

• Cover letter

• Resume or CV

• Teaching philosophy statement

• Contact information for three professional references

Position will close for new applicants on Sunday June 14th 2026

For questions regarding this position please contact Nicole Lang Assistant Director of Field Education .

Salary ranges from $68000 to $73000.

This position will be a 12-month contracted position. This is a yearly renewable contract. More information about faculty contract and work days is available here.

Boise State University provides a best-in-class benefits package including (but not limited to):

• 10.76% University contribution to your ORP retirement fund (Professional and Faculty employees)

• Excellent medical dental and other health-related insurance coverages

• Tuition fee waiver benefits for employees spouses and their dependents

• Dual Career Assistance Support for spouses and partners.

• See our full benefits page for more information