Assistant Director of Social Work Programs
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Assistant Director of Social Work ProgramsCompany DescriptionLocated in Loudonville, New York - just 10 minutes from the state capital of Albany - Siena empowers more than 3,400 students each year through a transformative journey we call the Education for a Lifetime. All members of the Siena College community work together to advance the College's mission to graduate Saints intent on making the world more just, peaceful, and humane. The Franciscan tradition, upon which Siena was founded, permeates throughout campus life. All community members are valued for their unique worth and recognized for their specific contributions toward the greater good. That spirit of belonging and respect reverberates across our 174-acre campus, which is ranked among the 50 most beautiful college campuses in the country by Condé Nast.Siena is leading the way in Catholic, liberal arts education, and the national rankings help tell our story. Siena ranks number one in New York for job placement; top 10 among all Catholic colleges in the country; and among the top three percent of all institutions in the U.S according to the Wall Street Journal. It has always been our community of dedicated and passionate Saints who make this campus a coveted destination to work, live, and learn. We hope you'll consider joining us.About the Social Work Department:The Social Work Department has a long established BSW program (since 1985), and an MSWprogram under development. The department has a strong commitment to preparing futureprofessionals ready to enter the workforce as generalist social work practitioners and/or pursuegraduate education in social work or other disciplines. The Department is committed to ensuringanti-racism, diversity, equity and inclusion (ADEI) concepts and practices are infused throughoutthe implicit and explicit curriculum. For more information about the Social Work Departmentand undergraduate program, visit our website: Description:The Department is accepting applications for the Assistant Director of Social Work Programs.The Department is committed to staffing that proportionally represents the growing diversity ofthe student body. The Assistant Director is a 12-month position with multiple responsibilities that include, but are not limited to:Assist in responding to inquiries about the program and social work as a major, graduatedegree and careerManage Program budgetsTrack and advise social work minorsPlan and implement undergraduate and graduate workshops/professional programmingSupport program directors with conducting BSW & MSW student recruitment andprogram promotion activities on and off campusManage BSW admissions proceduresParticipate in Siena admissions eventsOrganize in-person orientation for rising juniors and incoming MSW studentsAdminister SWRK 301: Introduction to FieldCoordinate end of year academic celebrations for graduating seniors and MSW studentsAnnual Salary: $63,410.00The hiring salary above represents the College's good faith estimate at the time of posting incompliance with the Albany County Salary Transparency Law.Requirements:MSW from a CSWE accredited program (experience with college students a plus)Commitment to working effectively with students, faculty and staff from diversebackgroundsStrong organizational skills to manage multi-faceted dutiesStrong communication and presentation skills to display a professional image ininteractions with external and internal stakeholders, as a key representative of the SocialWork Program, the social work profession and the CollegeProficiency with technology - MS Office Suite, Google/Google Drive, social media, etc.A background screening will be required.Additional Information:Benefits:Siena College offers a generous benefit package to eligible full-time employees. The benefit package currently includes a retirement plan contribution equal to 10% of an eligible participant's compensation (as defined under the plan) after meeting the plan's eligibility requirements, and tuition reimbursement and exchange opportunities for eligible employees, spouses, and dependents. Eligible college employees currently enjoy a work schedule that includes half-day Fridays in the summer and an expansive holiday schedule, including up to two weeks off during winter break. Other perks currently include complimentary breakfast Thursdays in the dining hall, access to College community lectures and productions, complimentary College gym and library memberships, discounted and complimentary tickets to Siena Division I sporting events, and more. Opportunities for remote work may be available as well.Siena cares for and values each member of its workforce and actively supports upward mobility. We are a community of Siena Saints, and as we often say, the world needs more Saints.*Eligibility for individual employee benefits is determined at the time of hire and is subject to the terms and condition of the individual benefit.Siena College is a Franciscan and Catholic institution and expects members of its community to be knowledgeable about its mission and to make a positive contribution to that mission.Siena College is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.Application Instructions:Please submit a resume, cover letter and contact information for 3 professional references. Inaddition to highlighting how your strengths align with the job description, your cover lettershould include your interest in social work education, and a description of your view of diversity,inclusion, and equity in higher education.For questions or further information, please contact Dr. Cynthia Bott at ...@siena.edu or518-###-####