"Field Coordinator - Department of Social Work, College for Health, Community and Policy"

Job Details

Field Coordinator - Department of Social Work, College for Health, Community and Policy

Location: San Antonio, TX
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Job ID: 14659
Full/Part Time: Full Time

Position Information

The University of Texas at San Antonio (UT San Antonio) is a nationally recognized, top-tier public research university that unites the power of higher education, biomedical discovery and healthcare within one visionary institution. As the third-largest research university in Texas and a Carnegie R1-designated institution, UT San Antonio is a model of access and excellence — advancing knowledge, social mobility and public health across South Texas and beyond. UT San Antonio serves approximately 42,000 students in 320 academic programs spanning science, engineering, medicine, health, liberal arts, AI, cybersecurity, business, education and more. With 17,000 faculty and staff, UT San Antonio has also been recognized as a Top Employer in Texas by Forbes Magazine. Learn more online, on UT San Antonio Today or on X, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube or LinkedIn.

Salary Range: $50,000 - $55,000/Annualized, commensurate with education, experience, and qualifications.

Job Type: Full Time

Posting Close Date: Applications will be accepted through 11:59 PM CDT on 1/21/2026. At the discretion of the hiring department, this posting may close once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.

Required Application Materials:

• Resume is required.
• Cover letter is preferred.

Job Summary

To provide professional administration and managerial skills in the coordination of assigned phases of program development, implementation, evaluation, and outreach. Responsible for administration, curriculum development and instruction, outreach, and service of assigned phases for the social work practicum component primarily within the Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) Program.

Core Responsibilities

Administration

1. Recruit, develop, monitor, and evaluate field instructors and practicum sites.
2. Respond to inquiries regarding field education from students, liaisons, faculty, administration, field instructors, and community.
3. Develop, maintain, and recruit resources for social work field education practicum sites.
4. Coordinate the process of matching of students to agencies while providing ongoing negotiation and problem resolution as needed.
5. Participate in determination of student readiness for entry into field education.
6. Participate in development and implementation of orientation and training for students, field instructors, liaisons, and/or faculty.
7. Participate in the development and implementation of field instruction policies, procedures, and systems for smooth operation of field program.
8. Develop and maintain records and relational data base for all activities of field education.
9. Participate in the development and implementation of field education accreditation standards and departmental policies and procedures, which includes the
10. Departmental Student Handbook and Field Manual.
11. Participate in committees as assigned.

Curriculum Development and Training

1. Serve as a field liaison or field supervisor as needed.
2. Teach at least one undergraduate-level course per semester, based on the needs of the program.
3. Implement field education curriculum.
4. Coordinate and participate in facilitation of field education orientation experiences for students and field instructors.
5. Support field liaisons.

Outreach and Service

1. Maintain visibility in the local social service community through board memberships, provision of staff training, and workshops.
2. Perform additional duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Master's of Social Work from a CSWE accredited program.
• Two (2) years of related experience post-graduation.
• Social Work licensure in Texas or eligibility for licensure in Texas.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the human service delivery system within the San Antonio community/region.
• Strong skills in organization, oral/written communication, collaboration, and leadership.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills, including problem-solving, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Power Point, and Publisher, as well as Internet and relational databases.
• Knowledge of academic and social work practice environments.
• Working knowledge of CSWE Educational Policy and Accreditation Standards.
• This position requires the ability to maintain the security and integrity of UT San Antonio and its infrastructure.

Preferred Qualifications

• One (1) or more years of experience in program development for a broad population environment.
• Experience in teaching courses at the undergraduate or graduate level.
• Experience with CSWE accreditation standards and procedures.
• Experience working in a field practicum program.
• Experience as a Field Instructor.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Basic understanding of clerical procedures and systems such as recordkeeping and filing.
• Demonstrated independent decision-making and problem-solving ability.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

Working Conditions

• Office Environment.
• Classroom instruction environment.
• Ability to travel to and from meetings, training sessions or other business-related events.
• Occasional after hours and weekend work or overtime may be required.

Physical Demands

• Sedentary work; sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary, if walking and standing are required, only occasionally.
• Exerts up to 10 lbs. of force occasional.

This position will work primarily on campus. Travel and parking expenses are the employee's responsibility.

This position is contingent upon a successful background check. Verification of a valid driver's license and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) may be completed as applicable. Applicants selected must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire.