Field Placement Coordinator
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About Us
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 has a long track record of online innovation. Students across 49 states and internationally can upskill, reskill, and move forward without putting life on hold through technology-enabled, real-world learning. With more than 55 fully online, career-focused programs designed around the realities of work, family, and constant change, we remain ever-focused on developing future-ready learners who can thrive in a rapidly shifting world.
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.
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TYPE OF SUPERVISION:
Receive close supervision from the Director of Field Education.
- Close Supervision — indicates that the incumbent is assigned duties according to specific procedures. Work is checked frequently, and in addition there may be formal training.
POSITION DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Percentage
- Field Practicum Coordination & Student Support
- Coordinate field placement process and logistics for students and ensure that applicable students are placed at appropriate field sites that satisfy the Field Program guidelines.
- Provide guidance to students in locating field sites.
- Serve as university representative around 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, field practicum specialist.
50%
Supplemental Supervision
- Arrange and facilitate weekly Supplemental Supervision session(s) 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 across the entire Field Program.
- 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.
25%
Field Agency Identification & Vetting
- 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 .
10%
Support for Program Accreditation
- 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.
10%
- Perform other duties related to the Field Program, as assigned.
5%
TOTAL
100%
POSITION SPECIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, CERTIFICATION AND/OR LICENSES:
- Master of Social Work degree from a CSWE-accredited MSW program
- 2 years+ post-master’s experience placing MSW students for field practicum in a university online platform.
- Experience in placing graduate level students for field practicum in an online college/university platform is highly desired.
ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- Knowledge of academic, social work and field processes in college/university setting online.
- Excellent interpersonal, written and communications 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)
- Able to leverage AI-powered tools (e.g., Microsoft Copilot, Google Gemini, ChatGPT, Grammarly, or similar) 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 an elevated level of confidentiality.
- Ability to problem solve, troubleshoot, and 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 who live in a variety of time zones nationally, internationally and on military bases.
Machines, Tools, Equipment, Electronic Devices and Software: Strong competence in Microsoft Office is expected. Knowledge of SharePoint, Excel, Data Collection/Analysis, and Sonia is preferred.
Contact with Students: Frequent
Contact with Faculty and/or Staff: Frequent
Contact with Community and Vendors: Frequent
Remote work from any of the following states – Alabama, Arizona, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Minnesota, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Wisconsin.
Unless otherwise indicated, work hours are based on Pacific Time (PST). Employees must be available for collaboration during core hours from 10am to 3pm (PST).
The hiring range for this position is $21.00 - $23.60 per hour. Offers are determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to geographical location, knowledge, skills, years & depth of experience, and equity with internal team members.
Please note: UMass Global does not sponsor work visas for this position. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship, both now and in the future.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Working conditions are generally normal for an office environment. Position may be required to work flexible hours given the varied availabilities of field site agency personnel and other stakeholders. California residency is preferred, as travel within California is required approximately 1-4 times a year Applicants for this position are subject to a background check and a criminal history review.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
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Benefits and Perks
At the University of Massachusetts Global, we support your total well-being with flexible and meaningful benefits:
- Health: Medical, dental, and vision coverage with spending account options.
- Work-Life Balance: Flexible schedules, 1/2 day Fridays (biweekly), remote options, generous time off, and a paid winter break.
- Financial Security: Life, disability, and supplemental insurance, legal and identity protection, and student debt support.
- Retirement: 403(b) plan with a Roth option. 3% non-elective contribution and up to a 6% match for a 9% total employer contribution!
- Education: Tuition discounts for employees and family and Tuition Exchange program with other universities. PSLF Eligible!
- Wellness: Counseling services, Calm app access, and year-round wellness programs.
Equal Employment Opportunity – UMass Global is committed to providing an educational and work environment free of unlawful discrimination and harassment in any form. UMass Global prohibits all forms of discrimination and harassment on the basis of age, race (including hairstyle/texture, protective hairstyles, braids, locks, and twists), color, religion (including religious observance, belief, practice dress and grooming practices), citizenship, pregnancy (including temporary physical or mental limitations related to, affected by, or arising out of pregnancy, childbirth, or any related medical conditions), sex, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, national origin, ancestry, physical and/or mental disability, legally-protected medical condition, military (past, present or prospective) status, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, sexual and reproductive health, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by local, State or Federal law.
Reasonable Accommodation – UMass Global provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the recruitment department at recruiting@umassglobal.edu.