University Partnership Program Coordinator

University Partnership Program Coordinator

Apply for the University Partnership Program Coordinator role at Ohio University.

$44,592.00/yr - $74,196.00/yr

The UPP Coordinator will recruit students for the child welfare training program. Develop, train, and deploy field instructors to assure high quality field education experiences. Provide classroom instruction equivalent to OCWTP Caseworker Core and create linkages between classroom learning and activities that complement or augment field placement. Assess student learning needs and professional interests in public child welfare and provide supportive/advising services to UPP program students.

Conduct regularly scheduled PCSA field placement site visits and assist UPP students with job preparation and job placement upon graduation.

• Recruit, screen, select, and orient students to the child welfare training program.
• Establish partnerships with Public Children Service Agencies (PCSA) in SE Ohio.
• Develop an evaluation plan to determine each student’s progress and success in mastering learning objectives.
• Conduct regularly scheduled PCSA field placement site visits.
• Assist graduating students in finding employment in child service agencies.
• Maintain student tracking and reporting requirements for students who have completed their one‑ or two‑year commitment.
• Provide classroom instruction of the equivalent OCWTP Caseworker Core.
• Provide linkage between classroom learning and activities that complement or augment field placement.
• Attend Beginning Casework Core (Training on Content) by the State Training Vendor.
• Meet with course instructors to incorporate new training into the master syllabus.
• Participate in the OCWTP University Partnership Program work team, including meetings with other coordinators for program evaluations, strategic planning, and updates on statewide initiatives related to onboarding new universities and developing action plans for the program.

• Master’s degree in Social Work and five or more years of related professional experience, or equivalent education and experience.
• Licensed Social Worker (LSW) in the State of Ohio.
• At least three years’ experience working in CPS/Child Welfare in Ohio and knowledge of the UPP Program.

• Medical, vision and dental coverage.
• Basic and supplemental life insurance.
• Winter break closure, paid holidays.
• Educational benefits for you and eligible dependents.
• Sick leave, vacation and retirement.
• Tuition assistance for self and dependents.
• Comprehensive insurance package (health, prescription, vision, dental, life).
• Retirement plan with employer contributions.
• Parental leave, adoption reimbursement, and more.
• Wellness programs, on‑site wellness facilities and employee assistance program.

Applications accepted from the public. Please complete the online application and attach the required documents: a detailed cover letter, a current resume, and a list of at least three professional references with current contact details including email addresses. Review of application materials will begin immediately, and the position will remain open until filled. Submit by February 28, 2026.

• Pay Grade 16
• FLSA Status:
  Exempt
• Job Category:
  Administrative Special
• Employment Type:
  
  Full‑time, regular
• Job Family:
  Education, Subfamily:
  Community, Level: IC3
• Campus:
  Athens, Expected hours per week: 40, Assignment duration:
  Based on grant funding
• Expected start date:
  October 20, 2025. End date:
  February 28, 2026.
• Planning Unit:
  College of Health Sciences & Professions

Ohio University is proud of its rich history and, as part of our ongoing efforts to provide and support a transformative learning experience, we affirm our commitment to fostering a welcoming and respectful workforce and community. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration free from discrimination on the basis of age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military service or veteran status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, status as a parent or foster parent, or any other bases under the law.

Ohio University is an equal access/equal opportunity employer.

If you have questions about this position, contact Warren Galbreath, galbreat.