Child Welfare Program Manager

The University of Pittsburgh’s Child Welfare Education and Research Programs (CWERP) is seeking a Child Welfare Program Manager (PM) for the Child Welfare Education for Baccalaureates program (CWEB). The PM will work with other CWEB faculty and staff to oversee and execute the strategic direction of ongoing activities associated with the expansion of the CWEB program to six or seven additional undergraduate social work programs across Pennsylvania.  Responsibilities include student recruitment, enrollment, advising/degree progress and employment with a county child welfare agency; analyzing relevant data in support of academic process; planning, overseeing, and evaluating the activities of faculty and students in the program; determining successful programming and/or areas of improvement; and creating and executing programs to build and maintain a robust admissions pipeline to the CWEB program. This position includes the opportunity to provide teaching in either the undergraduate or graduate social work program at the discretion of the Principal Investigator and relevant Program Director. Effective working relationships with partner university faculty; county children and youth administrators and staff; as well as other School of Social Work faculty and staff is essential. An MSW is required. Public child welfare employment and prior teaching experience is preferred.

The CWERP programs operate in a hybrid work approach where work can be completed remotely as permitted under a Flexible Work Agreement. Some travel required. Experience working with ethnically and culturally diverse populations preferred. A commitment to achieving equity and inclusion in the child welfare system is a must. Candidates who desire consideration for this position MUST apply online and attach a resume. Candidates are encouraged to also attach a cover letter and/or writing sample. Writing sample can be a full document or excerpt of a document, must be relevant to the position, should not exceed 5 years, and should be limited to no more than five pages.

Further information on the CWERP programs can be found at https://www.socialwork.pitt.edu/researchtraining/child-welfare-education-and-research-programs

The University offers: • A robust retirement savings plan option, including: • 100% University match on employee contribution of 3-8% of base pay. • 150% University match on employee contribution of 3-8% of base pay after vesting. • Enhanced University match for those nearing retirement. • 11 Paid Holidays. • Paid Vacation, Sick, and Personal Days. • Additional Paid Time Off (Winter Recess) during the period between Christmas and the New Year. • Paid Parental Leave. • Above-average Employer Contribution toward Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Life, STD, and LTD insurance plans. • Flexible Work Schedules. • Staff, Spouses, Domestic Partners, and Dependents Education Benefits.

Oversees and executes the strategic direction of all activities associated with one or more academic programs. Directs program-related communications, technologies, and events. Conducts research and analyses to support academic initiatives. Creates new programs and curriculum to support a robust admissions pipeline and measures program effectiveness. Creates and monitors program budgets and related accounting.

Operate computers and other office equipment, communicate effectively with management contacts, perform under pressure of numerous deadlines, perform multiple job tasks and projects simultaneously, and perform job functions independently and with minimal supervision.

Must be able to travel long distances. Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds.

The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.

The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets.