Lecturer,Asst,-BSW Program Director-Division of Social Work
 University of Wyoming | |
remote work
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 United States, Wyoming, Laramie | |
 Nov 13, 2024 | |
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Lecturer,Asst,-BSW Program Director-Division of 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: BSW Program Director/Assistant Lecturer (FY) - Division of Social Work JOB PURPOSE: The Division of Social Work at the University of Wyoming invites applications for a Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) Program Director position at the rank of Assistant Lecturer, with a preferred start date of January 2025. The BSW Program Director is a 12-month, full-time position. In addition to administrative leadership of the BSW Program and instruction, the successful candidate will engage in teaching, recruitment, advising, profession-related community engagement, and service to the Division, University, and profession. The Division of Social Work offers a Generalist BSW program from two campuses, Laramie and the University of Wyoming at Casper (UWC). Additionally, the division provides an Advanced Generalist MSW Program on both campuses, enrolling approximately 70 undergraduate and 50 graduate students. The BSW program provides a traditional in-person experience on each of the campuses, while the MSW program utilizes intensive face-to-face week-end classes and distance education methods to deliver the curriculum statewide. The Division has a commitment to scholarship, education, and practice rooted in the principles and values of social justice. 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 seek candidates with social work practice, teaching, 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, BSW Program administration, including student recruitment, admission, and advisement; curriculum leadership; guiding the BSW program through the accreditation process; teaching a range of BSW classes across curricula; 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: Complete the online application and upload the following for a complete application: (1) a cover letter addressing the job description, including the minimum and desired qualifications; (2) a resume or C.V.; (3) a teaching philosophy essay; (4) unofficial transcripts; and (5) names, affiliation, and contact information of three professional/work-related references. If a candidate is invited to interview in person, three professional letters of recommendation will be required prior to the interview. This position will remain open until filled. Complete applications received by 10/15/2024 will receive priority consideration. For questions, please contact the Search Committee Chair, Dr. Neely Mahapatra, at nmahapat@uwyo.edu. or 307-766-6864. 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: 242728 Apply Before: Job Schedule: Full Time Locations: 16 & Gibbon, Laramie, WY, 82071, US Posted Salary Range: Schedule (Hours Per Week): 40 Travel: Yes, 20% To apply, visit https://eeik.fa.us2.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1/job/242728/?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-4cc3eda622e8ac46badc8fffde00404b | |