Assoc Professor-MSW Program Director-Social Work
 University of Wyoming | |
remote work
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 United States, Wyoming, Laramie | |
 Nov 13, 2024 | |
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Assoc Professor-MSW Program Director-Social Work The University of Wyoming invites diverse applicants to consider our employment opportunities. We are also especially interested in candidates who have experience working with diverse populations and/or diverse initiatives. JOB TITLE: MSW Program Director- Division of Social Work JOB PURPOSE: The Division of Social Work at the University of Wyoming invites applications for a Master of Social Work (MSW) Program Director position at the rank of Associate Professor, and the preferred start date is January 2025. The MSW Program Director is a 9-month, full-time tenure-track position with an additional month dedicated to administration during the summer term. In addition to .50 FTE dedicated to administrative leadership of the MSW Program and instruction, the successful candidate will engage in teaching, research/scholarship, profession-related community engagement, and service to the Division, University, and profession. The Division of Social Work offers a Generalist BSW program and an Advanced Generalist MSW program enrolling approximately 70 undergraduate and 50 graduate students. The MSW program offers a hybrid model that utilizes distance education methods as well as intensive face-to-face week-end classes to deliver the curriculum statewide. This fall (2023), the Division expanded its offerings to include a part-time MSW program located in central Wyoming and housed on the University of Wyoming/Casper Campus. The Division has a commitment to scholarship, education, and practice rooted in the principles and values of social justice. The University of Wyoming's main campus is in Laramie, a town of 30,000 in the heart of the Rocky Mountain West. Wyoming is investing in its university, helping to make it a leader in academics, research, and outreach. The University and the Division of Social Work maintain outreach efforts across Wyoming, providing excellent opportunities for community practice and research. UW is the state's only public baccalaureate and graduate education provider and is a Carnegie-designated doctoral university/high research activity. With a student enrollment of about 11,000, UW combines major university benefits and small school advantages. We are looking for candidates with social work practice, teaching, research, and administrative experience who can advance our commitment to socially just practice and uphold our tradition of excellence in educating new social workers. Candidates should demonstrate a strong commitment to student-centered pedagogy, social justice, and engaged learning and have distance teaching and course development experience. Additionally, experience working in rural settings and evidence of strong interpersonal skills are highly valued. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to, MSW Program administration, including student recruitment, admission, and advisement; curriculum leadership; teaching a range of MSW classes across curricula; scholarship; and University and community service. The position may require evening teaching, travel within the state, and teaching using distance delivery systems. REMOTE WORK ELIGIBILITY: This position provides vital support to campus customers and requires the successful candidate be available to work on campus. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
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REQUIRED MATERIALS: This position will remain open until filled. Complete applications received by 10/15/2024 will receive full consideration. Complete the online application and upload the following for a complete application: (1) a cover letter addressing the job description, minimum and desired qualifications, (2) curriculum vitae, (3) unofficial transcripts, and (3) names, affiliations, and contact information of three professional references. If a candidate is invited to interview in person, three professional letters of recommendation will be required prior to the interview. For questions, please contact Dr. Sandy Leotti at sleotti@uwyo.edu or (307) 766-5426. HIRING STATEMENT: UW is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer. We are committed to a multicultural environment and strongly encourage applications from women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please call 307-766-2377 or email jobapps@uwyo.edu ABOUT LARAMIE: The University of Wyoming is located in Laramie, a town of 30,000 in the heart of the Rocky Mountain West. The state of Wyoming continues to invest in its university, helping to make it a leader in academics, research and outreach. The university has state-of-the-art facilities in many areas and the community provides the advantages of a major university. Located in a high mountain valley near the Colorado border, Laramie offers both outstanding recreational opportunities and close proximity to Colorado's Front Range, a bustling group of metropolitan cities including Denver, Boulder, and Fort Collins. This beautiful mountain landscape offers outdoor enjoyment in all seasons, with over 300 days of sunshine annually. For more information about the region, please visit http://visitlaramie.org/ Job Identification: 242717 Apply Before: Job Schedule: Full Time Locations: 16 & Gibbon, Laramie, WY, 82071, US Posted Salary Range: Schedule (Hours Per Week): 40 Travel: To apply, visit https://eeik.fa.us2.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1/job/242717/?lastSelectedFacet=TITLES&selectedTitlesFacet=Part-Time+Worker%253BFaculty%252FAcademic%253BClassified+Staff%253BAdministrative%252FExecutive Copyright 2024 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-b8e22173ddc7844f88ed77bfea149bea | |