With roots dating back to 1918, Boston University School of Social Work has more than 100 years of social work education history, a dynamic faculty leading innovative research on pressing social justice issues, and graduate and professional students engaged in programs across five campuses and online. Our mission is to develop dynamic and diverse social work practitioners, leaders, and scholars through rigorous teaching, innovative research, and transformative community engagement. Reporting to the Dean, the Director of Social Work Career Services and Alumni and External Relations provides students with best-in-class professional career advising, workshops, and other professional development events/activities for students and alums. This role will engage our extensive alumni network, which will not only support the school and students but is one of the ways that schools of social work increase their national reputation. The role will collaborate with the Field Education office to prepare students for field placement our signature pedagogy, keep alums engaged, and serve as a liaison to the dean regarding alum board activities. The role will also engage with our community partners and collaborate with nationally recognized social work organizations, like NASW, CSWE, and SSWR, ensuring BUSSW continues to be a national leader in social work.
