Field Placement Coordinator

University of Massachusetts Global is a private, nonprofit affiliate of the University of Massachusetts, created to help working adults change their lives through flexible, high-quality education built for real life. Regionally accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC) and recognized by U.S. News & World Report among the Best Online Programs for 13 consecutive years (2013–2025), the university offers 55+ fully online, career-focused programs designed around the realities of work, family, and constant change.

This position is open to candidates who currently reside in one of the following approved states: Alabama, Arizona, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Minnesota, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, or Wisconsin.

About the Role

The Field Placement Coordinator provides comprehensive support to students seeking field placement and/or supplemental supervision for the Master of Social Work Program in the School of Arts and Sciences. Responsibilities include coordinating student placements, implementing procedures and policies for field education, maintaining agency and community partnerships, and providing guidance and logistical support to students, faculty, field agencies, and supervisors. The Coordinator works closely with the Director of Field Education, Assistant Field Directors, Faculty Field Liaisons, MSW Program Director, Field Practicum Specialist, Social Work staff, and agency supervisors to ensure the effective placement, supervision, and support of all MSW students.

This role receives close supervision from the Director of Field Education, with work checked frequently and formal training provided.

Responsibilities

• Field Practicum Coordination & Student Support (50%)
  • Coordinate field placement process and logistics for students, ensuring placements meet Field Program guidelines.
  • Provide guidance to students in locating field sites.
  • Serve as university representative for field placement inquiries from internal and external stakeholders.
  • Respond to field placement questions from students, site supervisors, and agency directors.
  • Troubleshoot student placement issues in coordination with field director, assistant field director, field instructors, and field practicum specialist.
• Supplemental Supervision (25%)
  • Arrange and facilitate weekly Supplemental Supervision sessions for social work interns whose agency site supervisors do not hold an MSW, in accordance with CSWE supervision standards.
  • Provide direct supplemental supervision during evening hours as needed.
  • Maintain a master list of all students receiving supplemental supervision each term.
  • Monitor and assess students' field learning progress, professional development, and readiness for practice.
  • Offer support to students whose placements may not provide sufficient on-site supervision.
• Field Agency Identification & Vetting (10%)
  • Identify and assess agencies to serve as field placement sites for MSW students.
  • Maintain relationships with field placement agencies and manage placement logistics, contracts, and compliance with agency and program standards.
  • Track and maintain data on student intern placements by term in coordination with the Field Director.
• Support for Program Accreditation (10%)
  • Assist with preparation and organization of materials and data for accreditation reviews.
  • Ensure field education documentation aligns with CSWE (Council on Social Work Education) standards.
• Other Duties (5%)
  • Perform other duties related to the Field Program, as assigned.

Requirements

• Master of Social Work degree from a CSWE-accredited MSW program.
• 2+ years of post-master’s experience placing MSW students for field practicum in a university online platform.
• Experience placing graduate-level students for field practicum in an online college/university platform is highly desired.

Skills

• Knowledge of academic, social work, and field processes in an online college/university setting.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and communication skills.
• Advanced organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) or equivalent Google Workspace tools (Gmail, Docs, Sheets, Slides).
• Ability to leverage AI-powered tools (e.g., Microsoft Copilot, Google Gemini, ChatGPT, Grammarly) to improve productivity, streamline communication, draft content, summarize information, and support day-to-day administrative tasks.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment, demonstrate tact and diplomacy, and maintain confidentiality.
• Problem-solving, troubleshooting, and ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to work effectively within a collaborative environment.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule to meet the practicum and supplemental supervision needs of field placement/internship students across various time zones, including evenings.

Preferred: Strong competence in Microsoft Office, with knowledge of SharePoint, Excel, data collection/analysis, and Sonia. California residency is preferred, as travel within California is required approximately 1–4 times a year.

Pay

The hiring range for this position is $25.00 – $29.00 per hour. Offers are determined by a variety of factors, including geographical location, knowledge, skills, years and depth of experience, and equity with internal team members.

Benefits

• Health: Medical, dental, and vision coverage with spending account options.
• Work-Life Balance: Remote options, flexible schedules, 1/2 day Fridays (biweekly), generous time off (including paid holidays and a paid winter break).
• Financial Security: Life, disability, accident, legal, identity protection, and student debt support.
• Retirement: 403(b) plan with a Roth option. 3% non-elective contribution and up to 6% match for a 9% total employer contribution.
• Education: Tuition discounts for employees and family, and Tuition Exchange program with other universities. PSLF-eligible employer.
• Wellness: Counseling services, free Calm Health subscription, and year-round wellness programs.