Instructor & Project Director Title IV-E, Social Work and Public Health

Instructor & Project Director Title IV-E, Social Work and Public Health

Tarleton State University invites applications for the position of Instructor & Project Director Title IV-E in the Department of Social Work and Public Health. As part of a vibrant academic community dedicated to excellence in teaching, research, and service, this role offers the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to a university that values innovation, collaboration, and inclusive growth. Join us in advancing knowledge and transforming lives—on campus and beyond.

Tarleton State University continues to grow its impact across Texas, with four distinct campuses located in Stephenville, Fort Worth, RELLIS-Bryan and Waco, along with a robust online community that extends our reach even further.

At the heart of it all is Stephenville, where Tarleton State offers a dynamic environment for faculty and staff. From a lively live music scene and numerous local festivals to rich traditions rooted in the surrounding community, Stephenville provides a vibrant and welcoming atmosphere.

No matter where you're located—on campus or online—you are part of a mission that transforms lives and makes a difference across the state of Texas and beyond.

Important Immigration Information:

A Presidential proclamation issued on September 19, 2025, imposes a $100,000 fee on new H-1B petitions filed after September 21, 2025. Please be advised that Tarleton State University will NOT pay this fee. Therefore, if you need immigration sponsorship for your employment, we recommend that you consult with your private immigration counsel at your own expense to ascertain whether your current immigration status would make a potential offer of employment from Tarleton State University subject to this fee.

In addition, on January 27, 2026, Texas Governor Abbot issued a moratorium on the filing of any new H-1B unless approved by the Texas Workforce Commission. Accordingly, if you will now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status this moratorium may affect our ability to employ you should you be selected as the final candidate.

Title IV E Project Director, under general supervision, coordinates the planning, development, and implementation of the Title IV-E Contract through the Texas Department of Protective and Regulatory Services. This position is a 12-month appointment to the Department of Social Work and directly reports to the Department Head. This full-time, in-office position is located on Tarleton's main campus in Stephenville, Texas.

Work hours:

Mon-Fri; 8 AM-5 PM or as work requirements indicate which may entail some evenings and weekends pending scheduled activities. Serves as a Campus Security Authority (CSA).

60% Coordination of Title IV-E

• Program Administration, Planning, and Evaluation.
• Development and management of the contract with DFPS.
• Liaison work between University and Title IV-E.
• Oversight of budget.
• Analyzes data and assists in the preparation and maintenance of special reports and other required documentation to internal and external stakeholders.
• Participate in quarterly partnership meetings as scheduled.
• Develop and document Title IV-E policies and procedures.
• Track changes in DFPS policy, procedures, and contract information.
• Collaborate with the Department Head in the development of project deliverables.
• Training of Students, Foster Parents and Child Welfare Staff.
• Recruit Title IV-E stipend students.
• Teach one section of the Child Welfare Elective each semester as designated within the routine and normal responsibilities of a faculty member of the Department of Social Work.
• Design and teach Child Welfare Practicum Seminar for Title IV E students ensuring compliance with CSWE and Child Welfare competencies.
• Assume role of faculty field instructor for all students in the Child Welfare practicum class.
• Work cooperatively with DFPS to assure that students comply with their employment obligations.
• Maintain and update Title IV E student records
• Recruit and train foster parents and child welfare staff.
• Plan and implement the annual Title IV-E child welfare conference.
• Collaborate with Program and Field Directors, and faculty…