Visiting Assistant Professor of Social Work
$51,217–$64,021 year
On-siteAlamosa, Colorado, United States
Job Summary
Lead the design and launch of the first Master of Social Work program as the inaugural Program Director, focusing exclusively on curriculum development aligned with 2022 CSWE standards, accreditation leadership, and field education design within the first 6-12 months. Establish a robust field education program by developing a field manual and securing agency affiliations. Build strong professional relationships with local healthcare providers and human service organizations to ensure the program meets regional workforce needs. Develop a hiring plan for future faculty and lead student recruitment and admissions processes. Begin teaching classes in the Department of Sociology and advising students in Fall 2027. This role directly improves the health and well-being of a rural region by training social workers to thrive in remote settings through an online degree tailored for working professionals.
Required Qualifications
- Master of Social Work (MSW) from a CSWE-accredited institution
- Has demonstrated leadership ability through teaching, scholarship, curriculum development, administrative experience, and other academic and professional activities in the field of social work
- A minimum of two years of professional experience in social work settings
- At least two years of previous experience working at a university in a teaching or leadership capacity
- A strong focus on teaching
- Demonstrates knowledge of, sensitivity to, and ability to work effectively with, the educational needs of individuals and groups with a diverse range of identities, cultures, backgrounds, and abilities
- Evidence of responsiveness to and understanding of the racial, socioeconomic, academic, and cultural diversity of Adams State University's student population, including students with different abilities (e.g. physical and or learning) as these factors relate to the need for equity-minded, inclusive practices within the classroom
- Demonstrated commitment to honesty, efficacy, and collaboration
Desired Qualifications
- Holds a Doctorate degree as either a DSW or a closely related field
- Be a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW)
- Deep knowledge of CSWE accreditation standards
- Experience launching a new MSW program
- An understanding of unique challenges/opportunities of social work in rural communities
- At least two years of professional experience in a social work settings
- Ability or experience working with historically under-served and/or underrepresented populations, and first-generation college students
- Ability or experience in the recruitment and/or retention of underrepresented students, including students of color
- Commitment to professional development, scholarship, and service to the university and community
- Demonstrated self-awareness of one's own cultural beliefs, perspectives, and privileges as a part of one's orientation towards teaching
- Demonstrated decision-making that is informed by research, data, and theory and that leverages students' unique cultures, experiences, and background as strengths
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