Subject Matter Expert - Temp/Casual

Position Overview

The Curriculum Subject Matter Expert (SME) position (Temp/Casual, 0001) is a University employee positioned in the Center for Advanced Studies in Child Welfare (CASCW) at the School of Social Work. CASCW has joined the Department of Children, Youth, Families (DCYF) in a joint project to co-create and operate the Minnesota Child Welfare Training Academy (MNCWTA). This position actively supports and advances the University's commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion. The Curriculum Subject Matter Expert (SME) supports the development of curriculum with staff curriculum developers at the MNCWTA while providing knowledge and expertise within training content. This includes professional and personal knowledge related to child welfare practice. We rely on the SME to inform, share, and participate in various stages of the curriculum development process across course development.

This position is based on campus. Per UMN policy, work may be done remotely when appropriate and approved by your manager.

Job Responsibilities

Collaborate 100%

• Collaborates with curriculum development team on the proposed scope and sequence of the content within the training section and how the section fits within the topic and overall course
• Reviews and commits to deliverables that support project timelines
• The ability to Identify and explain how contributions to curriculum are aligned with the Minnesota Child Welfare Practice Competencies, and associated learning objectives.
• Provides perspectives, ideas and suggestions to the curriculum development team on topics including but not limited to: training scripts, activities, self-paced learning content, and application-based scenarios.
• Utilizes job aids, resources, and other materials to support contributions to curriculum.
• In some cases, provides support through development of video, scenario and story production by sharing knowledge and expertise
• Has availability for consultation at various times during the design and development phase beyond the formal meeting structure.
• Attends the Kick-off Meeting, The Mid-point check-in during the Design phase, the Curriculum Review meeting near the end of Development, and any other meetings upon request.

Required Qualifications

• B.S./B.A. in a related field
• 3 years of professional experience in child welfare or a related field OR personal experience with the child welfare system
• Experience collaborating and communicating with child welfare professionals and other Subject Matter Experts
• Strong written and communication skills
• A passion for continuous learning and is resourceful in partnering with others for clarification
• The ability to forage connections and network with professionals to monitor continual changes in child welfare
• Strong analytical skills for fact-checking information and providing feedback
• Ability to collaborate effectively with people from a variety of communities, backgrounds, and identities
• Ability to develop training in ways that effectively account for a variety of diverse backgrounds, communities, identities, and abilities
• Demonstrated ability to complete projects in a timely manner
• Demonstrated experience with Google documents related to managing, editing, and responding
  

Preferred Qualifications

• M.S.W or master degree in a related field
• Extensive knowledge of child welfare practice in Minnesota
• Practice experience as a child protection worker, child welfare worker, or in a related role
• Experience writing and developing curricula
  

Department Overview

Founded in 1917, the School of Social Work at the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities is part of a public, research-intensive university and one of seven administrative units in the College of
Education and Human Development. The School offers a number of educational programs at the graduate and undergraduate levels including a PhD in social work, a Master of Social Work,
a Master of Education in Youth Development Leadership, a Bachelor of Science in Youth Studies, and minors in Family Violence Prevention, Youth Studies, and Social Justice. For more
information please visit: http://www.socialwork.umn.edu.

College Overview

The College of Education and Human Development (CEHD), the University's third largest college, contributes to a just and sustainable future through engagement with the local and global communities to enhance human learning and development at all stages of life. We know diversity is necessary to do our best work and foster our humanity. That's why the CEHD community is collectively dedicated to cultivating an inclusive and equitable environment, embracing and celebrating all identities of our students, staff, and faculty. These values are also a moral imperative requiring continuous proactive measures and a firm stance against prejudice, discrimination, and systemic injustice.

Pay Range: The salary for this position is $50/hr. Final salary offers are dependent on the candidate's experience, skills, and internal equity within the department.

Time Appointment: 25%

Position Type: Part time

Retirement plan options are available for Civil Service, Faculty, Labor-Represented, Professional & Administrative, and Temp Casual classifications. Learn more about retirement plans.

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

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The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

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The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

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