"School Social Work/PEL Track Program Coordinator"

Position Purpose:

The School Social Work PEL Track Coordinator (K-12) supports learning by overseeing the direction, implementation, coordination, and oversight of the School Social Work Track (K-12) in the MSW program and the Post-MSW Professional Educator License School Social Work (PEL:SSW) Endorsement. This includes managing curriculum, licensure processes, field placements, and faculty support to ensure compliance with ISBE standards and student success.

Core Competencies:

1. Represents Aurora University in the most positive manner with prospective, former and current students, clients, suppliers and the community we serve. Interacts effectively with a diverse group of faculty, staff, students and other customers of our service, learns and uses operating practices of the department and Aurora University.
2. Upholds the Mission Statement: At Aurora University, our singular goal is to empower students to achieve lasting personal and professional success. We do this by being an inclusive community dedicated to the transformative power of learning. As a teaching-centered institution, we encourage undergraduate and graduate students to discover what it takes to build meaningful and purposeful lives.
3. Handles all information with tact and discretion and recognizes the confidential nature of university business.
4. Supports learning through performance of essential job functions and performing other duties and functions as necessary or as assigned, including voluntary participation in university committees, activities and events.

Essential Job Functions:

• Recruit and serve as advisor for all students in the School Social Work Track.
• Work with appropriate University offices to set deadlines and entrance criteria for the PostMSW PEL:SSW Endorsement Program.
• Review applications and assist students with internship placement.
• Manage all documentation and communications with the Illinois Board of Higher Education (IBHE) and the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE).
• Administer, manage, and coordinate the PEL:SSW Field Program.
• Serve as Licensure Officer to entitle students for ISBE endorsement; maintain licensure compliance.
• Hire, supervise, and mentor adjunct faculty teaching in the School Social Work track.
• Develop and update curriculum and manage master syllabi for school social work courses.
• Participate in departmental academic committees, student orientations, and MSW open house events.
• Attend annual licensure trainings and maintain communication with ISBE.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Essential Job Requirements:

Education:

• Master’s Degree from a CSWE accredited program in Social Work required.
• Current Professional Educator License with School Social Work Endorsement required.

Experience:

• Minimum of two years of experience in social work education or field coordination required. 5 years of experience is preferred.
• Familiarity with CSWE, ISBE and IBHE regulations and licensure processes preferred.

Skills:

• Ability to communicate effectively (reading, writing, speaking).
• Ability to build positive relationships with students and the professional community.
• Ability to teach and collaborate with faculty.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Solid judgment, prioritization, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently under general supervision.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to work with a computer for long periods of the day.
• Ability to attend off campus meetings.
• Office setting, standing, walking, sitting.

Work Hours:

Expected equivalent of 40 hours per week, but days/hours may vary as needed. Hybrid employment will be considered if candidate can demonstrate ability to fulfill this role effectively off-site.

The anticipated pay rate for this position is $55,000 per year. This compensation is subject to change at the sole discretion of the university, based on institutional needs.