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Social Work
FT/PT/Temp
Full time
Location
Garden City, N.Y.
School of Social Work
JOB SUMMARY:
The Associate Dean for Academic Affairs provides oversight and leadership for the MSW and BSW programs in academic standards, explicit and implicit curriculum design and implementation, faculty development, academic affairs, and student achievement. This oversight extends to all program options (OMSW, Garden City, Poughkeepsie, Middletown, Hauppauge and NYC). The ADAA supervises the director of the BSW programs, the coordinator of the OMSW program, and the directors of Practicum Education and Student Affairs. The ADAA works in concert with the Center coordinators in the planning of center activities and focus areas. The Associate Dean for Academic Affairs consults with faculty around course assignments, hires and evaluates adjunct faculty, oversees and approves course schedules, and assigns faculty to courses within MSW program. The ADAA will explore areas for SSW growth and development, including flexible learning options, develop collaborations with state and community agencies, and identify and pursue federal training grants.
This role also includes being the director of the MSW Program. While there is a strong relationship of the responsibilities of the MSW Program Director and Associate Dean for Academic Affairs specific responsibilities of the MSW Program Director position entail operationalizing key accreditation standards related to the MSW program’s curriculum processes and objectives, addressing student retention, academic progress, and degree completion. The MSW program director plans orientations for adjunct faculty, plans course scheduling, and monitors the implementation of the curriculum.
SALARY INFORMATION:
In compliance with New York’s Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position is $140,000 - $170,000. Adelphi University considers factors such as departmental budgets, scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. An annual base salary higher than the range may be warranted in circumstances where a candidate has demonstrable equivalent prior higher education experience at another University.
Adelphi University provides a comprehensive benefit package for faculty and staff employees. For a list of benefits provided to employees, please click here.
REPORTS TO:
Dean of the School of Social Work
RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:
Ensures quality and integrity of the MSW, OMSW and BSW programs across all program locations:
- Provide leadership and supervision to the Director of Practicum Education, Director of Student Affairs, Coordinator of the OMSW Program, and Director of the BSW Program.
- Oversees the revision and updating of the BSW and MSW Student Handbook and Practicum Education Handbook to assure clear articulation of academic policies and educational processes, and consistency across school and university publications.
- Provide direction and leadership of academic administrators and administrative support staff responding to requests for exception to academic policies, preparing and tracking academic petitions for leaves of absence, withdrawals, late drops, etc. for BSW and MSW program.
- Provide oversight of assessment of students on leaves of absence to determine suitability for the return to the program.
- Work with Director of Practicum Education to address challenges in students’ progress toward foundation and advanced level competence.
- Facilitate communication and problem resolution in addressing academic-related concerns identified by students and/or their professors.
- Respond to student grievances in accordance with established school and university policies.
Design, implement and maintain systems and procedures for working with students at academic risk:
- Oversee implementation of academic standards including development of academic probation contracts.
- Direct academic affairs administrators and administrative support staff in tracking and notification of students with low GPAs, students on probation or at-risk within the MSW program.
- Oversee processes around allegations of plagiarism and other forms of academic dishonesty and interpret policy and procedures, collect and file forms and evidence of plagiarism, refer egregious or repeat offenders to the Academic Standards Committee, consistent with School and University policies.
- Provide leadership to faculty, academic advisors, and the practicum education department around policies and procedures in the School of Social Work related to academic standards within the BSW and MSW programs.
- Develop and implement protocols to identify academically at-risk students to promote positive student outcomes.
Curriculum design and implementation for the MSW program at all locations:
- Provide leadership in the delivery of a coherent and integrated explicit and implicit curriculum for class and practicum education.
- Consult with Curriculum Committee on curriculum implementation, curriculum renewal, and adjunct faculty development.
- Plan course offerings for all program sites within established time frames and in accordance with policy and procedures provided by the Office of the Provost and University Registrar.
- Consult with faculty around course assignments and assign faculty to classes, collaborating with Center Coordinators and other stakeholders as necessary.
- Provide guidance to the Chair of the Curriculum Committee to ensure that all curricula effectively operationalize the core competencies at the foundation and advanced levels and that all course syllabi are up to date and comport with established school, university, and accreditation standards.
- Provide leadership around licensing preparation and outcomes associated with the implicit and explicit curriculum and work with faculty to integrate licensing preparation within the curriculum.
Student Advisement and Registration:
- Direct the academic affairs administrative team to prepare and disseminate program and advisement materials to support academic advisement processes that are responsive to the differential needs of the School’s diverse student body.
- Direct academic affairs administrators, center coordinators, and practicum education administrators to implement advisement and registration procedures.
- Liaison with University offices to assure integrity of registration processes and implementation of student academic affairs policies and processes.
- Direct academic affairs administrators and administrative support staff to ensure compliance with academic clearance processes for graduation from the MSW program.
Student Affairs:
- Provide supervision and oversight to the Director of Student Affairs and Director of Practicum Education to promote the development of student activities and student engagement that is responsive to the differential needs of the School’s diverse student body at all program locations.
- Supervise and collaborate with administration and faculty to promote opportunities for student participation in formulating and modifying policies affecting academic and student affairs.
- Coordinate academic supports through external (University) resources for BSW and MSW students (e.g., Student Access, Counseling Services, writing and statistic tutors, career services).
Committee Membership:
- Member of Dean’s Administrators’ Team
- Member of SSW Curriculum Committee (ex-officio)
- Member (ex-officio) of the Self-Study/Accreditation Committee related to implementation of the CSWE Educational Policy and Accreditation Standards (EPAS)
- Member of the Practicum Education Committee
- Member (ex-officio) of the Assessment Committee
Perform other duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS (Knowledge, Skills and Abilities):
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience in public speaking.
- Strong identification with the purposes and values of the social work profession and a demonstrated commitment to social justice.
- Experience in social work education, including demonstrated leadership skills through committee work and other activities.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with a diverse student body, faculty, administration, and staff.
- Ability to manage time in a fast-paced office environment, and to work on multiple projects simultaneously.
- Comprehensive knowledge of graduate social work education, current and emerging trends in social curriculum and social work practice.
- Strong management and organizational skills.
- Commitment to competence in using administrative and instructional technology.
EDUCATIONAL/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
- M.S.W. and doctorate in social work or an allied field is required.
- Minimum of 10 years post-master’s practice, teaching, and administrative experience is required.
POSITION(S) SUPERVISED:
- Director of Student Affairs.
- Director of Practicum Education.
- Director of the BSW Program.
- Coordinator of the OMSW Program.
- Hourly Clerical Staff as assigned.
HOW TO APPLY:
To be considered, candidates must apply on the Adelphi website: https://www.adelphi.edu/hr/careers/.
When applying please upload the following documents:
- Curriculum Vitae.
- Letter of application (letter should include 1) academic leadership experience, 2) familiarity with master's and baccalaureate social work curriculum and accreditation standards, and 3) experience developing state and community collaborations).
- Names and contact information of three (3) references. (No actual letters. References will not be contacted without prior permission of the candidate).
- Three (3) representative publications.
ABOUT ADELPHI:
Adelphi University, New York, is a highly awarded, nationally ranked, powerfully connected doctoral research university dedicated to transforming students’ lives through small classes with world-class faculty, hands-on learning and innovative ways to support academic and career success. Adelphi offers exceptional liberal arts and sciences programs and professional training, with particular strength in our Core Four—Arts and Humanities, STEM and Social Sciences, the Business and Education Professions, and Health and Wellness. Recognized as a Best College by U.S. News & World Report, Adelphi is Long Island’s oldest private coeducational university, serving more than 7,250 students at its beautiful main campus in Garden City, at learning hubs in Manhattan, the Hudson Valley and Suffolk County, and online. The University offers students 79 undergraduate programs, more than 84 master’s degree and doctoral programs, and 63 certificate programs in the liberal arts, the sciences and professional training. With powerful partnerships throughout the New York area, more than 119,000 graduates across the country, a growing enrollment of students from 43 states and 72 countries, and rising rankings from top publications and organizations, Adelphi is a dynamic community that plays a leadership role on Long Island and in the region.
Job Department/School
Social Work
FT/PT/Temp
Full time
Location
Garden City, N.Y.
School of Social Work
JOB SUMMARY:
The Associate Dean for Academic Affairs provides oversight and leadership for the MSW and BSW programs in academic standards, explicit and implicit curriculum design and implementation, faculty development, academic affairs, and student achievement. This oversight extends to all program options (OMSW, Garden City, Poughkeepsie, Middletown, Hauppauge and NYC). The ADAA supervises the director of the BSW programs, the coordinator of the OMSW program, and the directors of Practicum Education and Student Affairs. The ADAA works in concert with the Center coordinators in the planning of center activities and focus areas. The Associate Dean for Academic Affairs consults with faculty around course assignments, hires and evaluates adjunct faculty, oversees and approves course schedules, and assigns faculty to courses within MSW program. The ADAA will explore areas for SSW growth and development, including flexible learning options, develop collaborations with state and community agencies, and identify and pursue federal training grants.
This role also includes being the director of the MSW Program. While there is a strong relationship of the responsibilities of the MSW Program Director and Associate Dean for Academic Affairs specific responsibilities of the MSW Program Director position entail operationalizing key accreditation standards related to the MSW program’s curriculum processes and objectives, addressing student retention, academic progress, and degree completion. The MSW program director plans orientations for adjunct faculty, plans course scheduling, and monitors the implementation of the curriculum.
SALARY INFORMATION:
In compliance with New York’s Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position is $140,000 - $170,000. Adelphi University considers factors such as departmental budgets, scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. An annual base salary higher than the range may be warranted in circumstances where a candidate has demonstrable equivalent prior higher education experience at another University.
Adelphi University provides a comprehensive benefit package for faculty and staff employees. For a list of benefits provided to employees, please click here.
REPORTS TO:
Dean of the School of Social Work
RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:
Ensures quality and integrity of the MSW, OMSW and BSW programs across all program locations:
- Provide leadership and supervision to the Director of Practicum Education, Director of Student Affairs, Coordinator of the OMSW Program, and Director of the BSW Program.
- Oversees the revision and updating of the BSW and MSW Student Handbook and Practicum Education Handbook to assure clear articulation of academic policies and educational processes, and consistency across school and university publications.
- Provide direction and leadership of academic administrators and administrative support staff responding to requests for exception to academic policies, preparing and tracking academic petitions for leaves of absence, withdrawals, late drops, etc. for BSW and MSW program.
- Provide oversight of assessment of students on leaves of absence to determine suitability for the return to the program.
- Work with Director of Practicum Education to address challenges in students’ progress toward foundation and advanced level competence.
- Facilitate communication and problem resolution in addressing academic-related concerns identified by students and/or their professors.
- Respond to student grievances in accordance with established school and university policies.
Design, implement and maintain systems and procedures for working with students at academic risk:
- Oversee implementation of academic standards including development of academic probation contracts.
- Direct academic affairs administrators and administrative support staff in tracking and notification of students with low GPAs, students on probation or at-risk within the MSW program.
- Oversee processes around allegations of plagiarism and other forms of academic dishonesty and interpret policy and procedures, collect and file forms and evidence of plagiarism, refer egregious or repeat offenders to the Academic Standards Committee, consistent with School and University policies.
- Provide leadership to faculty, academic advisors, and the practicum education department around policies and procedures in the School of Social Work related to academic standards within the BSW and MSW programs.
- Develop and implement protocols to identify academically at-risk students to promote positive student outcomes.
Curriculum design and implementation for the MSW program at all locations:
- Provide leadership in the delivery of a coherent and integrated explicit and implicit curriculum for class and practicum education.
- Consult with Curriculum Committee on curriculum implementation, curriculum renewal, and adjunct faculty development.
- Plan course offerings for all program sites within established time frames and in accordance with policy and procedures provided by the Office of the Provost and University Registrar.
- Consult with faculty around course assignments and assign faculty to classes, collaborating with Center Coordinators and other stakeholders as necessary.
- Provide guidance to the Chair of the Curriculum Committee to ensure that all curricula effectively operationalize the core competencies at the foundation and advanced levels and that all course syllabi are up to date and comport with established school, university, and accreditation standards.
- Provide leadership around licensing preparation and outcomes associated with the implicit and explicit curriculum and work with faculty to integrate licensing preparation within the curriculum.
Student Advisement and Registration:
- Direct the academic affairs administrative team to prepare and disseminate program and advisement materials to support academic advisement processes that are responsive to the differential needs of the School’s diverse student body.
- Direct academic affairs administrators, center coordinators, and practicum education administrators to implement advisement and registration procedures.
- Liaison with University offices to assure integrity of registration processes and implementation of student academic affairs policies and processes.
- Direct academic affairs administrators and administrative support staff to ensure compliance with academic clearance processes for graduation from the MSW program.
Student Affairs:
- Provide supervision and oversight to the Director of Student Affairs and Director of Practicum Education to promote the development of student activities and student engagement that is responsive to the differential needs of the School’s diverse student body at all program locations.
- Supervise and collaborate with administration and faculty to promote opportunities for student participation in formulating and modifying policies affecting academic and student affairs.
- Coordinate academic supports through external (University) resources for BSW and MSW students (e.g., Student Access, Counseling Services, writing and statistic tutors, career services).
Committee Membership:
- Member of Dean’s Administrators’ Team
- Member of SSW Curriculum Committee (ex-officio)
- Member (ex-officio) of the Self-Study/Accreditation Committee related to implementation of the CSWE Educational Policy and Accreditation Standards (EPAS)
- Member of the Practicum Education Committee
- Member (ex-officio) of the Assessment Committee
Perform other duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS (Knowledge, Skills and Abilities):
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience in public speaking.
- Strong identification with the purposes and values of the social work profession and a demonstrated commitment to social justice.
- Experience in social work education, including demonstrated leadership skills through committee work and other activities.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with a diverse student body, faculty, administration, and staff.
- Ability to manage time in a fast-paced office environment, and to work on multiple projects simultaneously.
- Comprehensive knowledge of graduate social work education, current and emerging trends in social curriculum and social work practice.
- Strong management and organizational skills.
- Commitment to competence in using administrative and instructional technology.
EDUCATIONAL/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
- M.S.W. and doctorate in social work or an allied field is required.
- Minimum of 10 years post-master’s practice, teaching, and administrative experience is required.
POSITION(S) SUPERVISED:
- Director of Student Affairs.
- Director of Practicum Education.
- Director of the BSW Program.
- Coordinator of the OMSW Program.
- Hourly Clerical Staff as assigned.
HOW TO APPLY:
To be considered, candidates must apply on the Adelphi website: https://www.adelphi.edu/hr/careers/.
When applying please upload the following documents:
- Curriculum Vitae.
- Letter of application (letter should include 1) academic leadership experience, 2) familiarity with master's and baccalaureate social work curriculum and accreditation standards, and 3) experience developing state and community collaborations).
- Names and contact information of three (3) references. (No actual letters. References will not be contacted without prior permission of the candidate).
- Three (3) representative publications.
ABOUT ADELPHI:
Adelphi University, New York, is a highly awarded, nationally ranked, powerfully connected doctoral research university dedicated to transforming students’ lives through small classes with world-class faculty, hands-on learning and innovative ways to support academic and career success. Adelphi offers exceptional liberal arts and sciences programs and professional training, with particular strength in our Core Four—Arts and Humanities, STEM and Social Sciences, the Business and Education Professions, and Health and Wellness. Recognized as a Best College by U.S. News & World Report, Adelphi is Long Island’s oldest private coeducational university, serving more than 7,250 students at its beautiful main campus in Garden City, at learning hubs in Manhattan, the Hudson Valley and Suffolk County, and online. The University offers students 79 undergraduate programs, more than 84 master’s degree and doctoral programs, and 63 certificate programs in the liberal arts, the sciences and professional training. With powerful partnerships throughout the New York area, more than 119,000 graduates across the country, a growing enrollment of students from 43 states and 72 countries, and rising rankings from top publications and organizations, Adelphi is a dynamic community that plays a leadership role on Long Island and in the region.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as a Program Associate
Match your degree to the TN category
Program Associate positions can fall under multiple TN visa categories depending on your duties. A social science or public policy degree typically maps to the Social Worker category. Confirm the degree-to-category alignment before applying, since a mismatch is the most common denial trigger.
Target nonprofits with established immigration infrastructure
Advocacy organizations, research institutes, and foundations that regularly hire internationally tend to have HR teams familiar with TN documentation requirements. Prioritize employers who have posted roles with explicit work authorization support rather than those listing sponsorship as a future possibility.
Request a detailed offer letter before filing
Your TN application lives or dies on the offer letter. It must specify your job title, duties, degree requirement, and employment period. Ask HR to include language confirming the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in a relevant field before you travel to the port of entry.
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Migrate Mate filters Program Associate listings by employers with recent visa filings, so you spend time on roles with a real path forward. Use it to identify which organizations are experienced with visa sponsorship rather than guessing from job descriptions.
Prepare for Canadian port-of-entry processing
Canadian citizens can apply for TN status directly at a U.S. land border or airport without a visa stamp. Bring your offer letter, degree transcripts, and resume. CBP officers adjudicate on the spot, so organizing your documents into a clear packet reduces processing time significantly.
Understand the Mexican consular appointment timeline
Mexican citizens must apply for a TN visa at a U.S. consulate and cannot use port-of-entry processing. Consular appointment availability varies by location and season, so factor four to eight weeks into your start date negotiation with the employer.
Program Associate TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Program Associate role qualify for TN visa sponsorship?
It depends on your specific duties and degree. Program Associate positions in social services, policy research, or community development can qualify under TN categories such as Social Worker, provided your role requires a relevant bachelor's degree and your duties match the category definition. Roles that are primarily administrative without a degree requirement typically do not qualify.
How does the TN visa compare to H-1B for Program Associate positions?
The TN visa has no annual lottery, no cap for Canadians, and can be approved at the port of entry in a single day. The H-1B visa requires employer sponsorship through a lottery with only a roughly one-in-four selection rate and a wait of up to a year before you can start. For Program Associates who qualify under a TN category, TN is a faster and more predictable path.
Where can I find Program Associate jobs that already support TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for this search. It surfaces Program Associate listings from employers with TN visa sponsorship history, so you can focus on organizations that have already navigated the process rather than cold-applying and discovering sponsorship isn't available after an offer is extended.
What documents does my employer need to provide for my TN application?
Your employer must provide a detailed offer letter stating your job title, a description of duties, the educational requirement for the position, your start date, and your salary. For Mexican citizens, the employer may also need to support a DS-160 application and consular interview. USCIS and CBP both scrutinize whether the letter demonstrates the role genuinely requires a degree in a qualifying field.
Can a Program Associate on TN status switch employers mid-year?
Yes, but TN status is tied to your specific employer and job offer. If you change employers, your new employer must support a new TN application before you begin work. Canadian citizens can process this at a port of entry. Mexican citizens need a new TN visa stamp, which requires a consular appointment. Plan for a gap between roles if your timing is tight.