Assistant/Associate Professor-Social Work

Assistant/Associate Professor-Social Work

002812

Assistant/Associate Professor-Social Work

Full Time

No

1

School of Social Work

0401386

EHRA (Faculty)

Professional

Commensurate with Education & Experience

EHRA Faculty

The School of Social Work at Fayetteville State University (FSU) prepares competent social work professionals at undergraduate and graduate levels, promotes lifelong learning, and enhances the well-being of individuals, children, and families residing in rural, urban, and military communities throughout North Carolina, and globally. The Master of Social Work Program (MSW) at Fayetteville State University (FSU) prepares graduates for advanced social work practice and leadership with a focus on issues concerning children, families, the military, mental health, and substance misuse. The program is designed to prepare graduates to practice with individuals, families, groups, communities, and organizations in rural, urban, and military settings. The Master of Social Work (MSW) Program is fully accredited by the Council on Social Work Education.

The School of Social Work invites applicants to apply to the tenure-track, nine (9)-month faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor or Associate Professor scheduled to begin Fall 2026. Candidates who apply will be considered for the Assistant Professor or Associate Professor available vacancy. The successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to cross teach at both BSW and MSW levels, maintain office hours, mentor students, engage in scholarly activities, participate on academic committees, and provide school, college, professional, university, and community service. In addition, the candidate will maintain professional competence and knowledge of subject matter pertinent to their specialization area. Salary/rank is contingent upon qualifications. The ability to teach online is required.

The faculty member will engage in scholarship and maintain office hours. The candidate will also perform department, university, and community service. The candidate will teach social work courses and be expected to teach some online courses as well. The candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate courses.

Assistant Professor:

• Doctor of Philosophy in Social Work (PhD) or Doctor of Social Work (DSW) (All-But-Dissertation (ABD) candidates will be considered, but a doctorate must be conferred before the employment start date).
• Master of Social Work (MSW) from an accredited MSW Program.
• Two years of post-MSW professional social work practice experience.

• Doctor of Philosophy in Social Work (PhD) or Doctor of Social Work (DSW).
• Master of Social Work (MSW) from an accredited MSW Program.
• Five years post-MSW professional social work experience.

• Demonstrated excellence in, enthusiasm for, and commitment to undergraduate and graduate teaching.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Superior communications skills – verbal and written – including phone, letters, email, voicemail, videoconferencing, one-on-one, and group.
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite, especially Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Zoom, Canvas, and SharePoint.
• Demonstrate professional competence and knowledge of subject matter pertinent to the specialization area.
• Ability to utilize Canvas and innovative technology in the classroom.
• Ability to obtain external funding through grant writing.
• Ability to actively engage in scholarly activities such as conducting research and publishing in refereed journals.

Assistant Professor:

• Minimum one (1) year teaching experience at the BSW and MSW levels.
• Commitment to scholarship and service.
• Two (2) years post-MSW professional social work practice experience.
• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
• Licensed Certified Addiction Specialist (LCAS)
• Certified Clinical Supervisor (CCS) or Clinical Supervisor Intern (CSI)

• Minimum five (5) years teaching in higher education settings.
• Minimum of three (3) publications from refereed journals.
• Minimum of three (3) professional presentations.
• Minimum of two (2) funded grants.
• Minimum of four (4) documented service experiences.
• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
• Licensed Certified Addiction Specialist (LCAS)
• Certified Clinical Supervisor (CCS) or Clinical Supervisor Intern (CSI)

Please make sure that the work history listed on your application is identical to the work history listed on your resume. The application must be filled out completely, Do Not Use the phrase “see resume.”
Please list at least three (3) professional references to include a current supervisor. References will only be contact if you are selected for the position and with your permission.

Yes

All new employees are required to have listed credentials/degrees verified prior to employment. Transcripts should be provided for all earned degrees and/or the degree which is being used to satisfy credential/qualification requirements. Transcript requests are the responsibility of the candidate.

This position is subject to the successful completion of an employment background check. An employment background check includes a criminal background check, employment verification, reference checks, license verification (if applicable), academic verification and credit history check (if applicable).


Fayetteville State University is committed to equality of educational opportunity and employment and does not discriminate against applicants, students, or employees based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information or veteran status. Moreover, Fayetteville State University values diversity and actively seeks to recruit talented students, faculty, and staff from diverse backgrounds.

Fayetteville State University is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and seeks priority referrals of protected veterans for our openings.

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