Field Education Specialist, Social Work

About the University

Binghamton University is a premier public R1 research institution in the State University of New York (SUNY) system that unites more than 130 broadly interdisciplinary educational programs with some of the most vibrant research in the nation. Our unique character—shaped by our mission, outstanding academics, facilities, and community life—promotes extraordinary student success, research, and service. The university merges rigorous academics, distinguished faculty, and community-engaged research, teaching, and service, with a diverse campus community contributing to its success. Binghamton's high-achieving student body includes first-generation college-goers and international students who share a desire to shape the future through technology, insight, intellectual exploration, and community service.

About the Role

The Department of Social Work Field Office is expanding to meet the growing academic needs of our students and community partners. We are seeking a Field Education Specialist to play a vital role in student development across the curriculum. This position offers a unique opportunity to serve as an Instructor of Record for students in the field while simultaneously shaping the internship placement process.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate field seminar meetings for Master of Social Work (MSW) students
• Serve as a field liaison among the school, agency field instructors, and students, using the field instructor's preferred method of contact (e.g., in person or synchronous virtual meeting platform)
• Assist the Director and Assistant Director of Field Education in securing and developing internship placements for in-person and online students
• Ensure that the field education program achieves and maintains CSWE and New York State professional and accreditation standards
• Support the internship placement process, including securing, developing, and certifying undergraduate and graduate social work internship placements
• Assist with field education orientations and events for students and field instructors
• Update and maintain the field education website for the Department of Social Work
• Serve as instructor of record for field education courses
• Support the Field Advisory Council
• Serve on community committees and task forces
• Plan and coordinate field office events and meetings

Requirements

• Master of Social Work degree (or higher)
• At least two years' experience working in Social Work Field Education (preferred)

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants needing sponsorship now or in the future to maintain employment authorization do not meet eligibility requirements. Binghamton University is not an E-Verify employer.

Pay

$57,151 - $61,000

Additional Information

• Offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment background check and verification of degree(s) and credentials
• Binghamton University is a tobacco-free campus