Assistant/Associate Professor of Social Work (Fixed Term) - State University Faculty

Metropolitan State University • Saint Cloud, MN

23h • Hybrid

About The Position

The ideal candidate will share St. Cloud State’s commitment to our mission and values, especially our commitment to the holistic education of our racially and socio-economically diverse student population. Applicants will be expected to establish and maintain a professional goal to become outstanding teachers through the use of research-based, best-practices pedagogy. They should be willing to participate in teaching using alternative delivery methods such as online and hybrid. They will regularly engage in ongoing professional development and innovation opportunities focused on pedagogical growth offered within the College and at St. Cloud State University. The successful candidate will share St. Cloud State’s commitment to our mission, and in particular, the value we place in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) as outlined in SCSU’s It’s Time strategic framework. Notably, we uphold the advancement of diversity, equity, and inclusion and engage in intentional actions to address systemic inequities throughout the university and surrounding environment. DEI values, practices, and strategies are embedded into the fabric of our institution and campus community, and they align with the priorities expressed in the Minnesota State system’s Equity 2030 initiative. SCSU expects all of its employees to help advance these practices and to contribute to the development of an anti-racist, inclusive community. Employment for this position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement for the Inter Faculty Organization which can be found at: https://www.ifo.org/ St. Cloud State University is committed to excellence and actively supports cultural diversity. To promote this endeavor, we invite individuals who contribute to such diversity to apply, including minorities, women, LGBTQIA+, persons with disabilities and veterans. St. Cloud State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, marital status, status with regards to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or status as a U.S. veteran. The Interim Title IX Coordinator at St. Cloud State University is Judith Siminoe. For additional information, contact the Office of Institutional Equity & Access, [phone], Admin. Services Bldg. Rm 121

Requirements

• Master of Social Work (MSW) from an accredited institution
• Two (2) years of post-MSW practice experience
• Evidence of teaching experience in Higher Education
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness with students of various learning styles
• Evidence of demonstrated ability to teach and work with persons from culturally diverse backgrounds
• Currently possess or ability to obtain Minnesota State social work licensure by date of appointment
• Must be able to teach online and in person
• Must be eligible to work in the United States on or before the effective date of appointment
• Employees must maintain work authorization without sponsorship for the duration of their appointment

Nice To Haves

• Doctor of Social Work (DSW) or PhD in Social Work or related field
• Knowledge of and experience with social justice activities to enhance already established program focus
• Demonstrated ability to model social work professional values and ethics, and to work effectively with colleagues
• Knowledge of and experience in direct practice, specifically with individuals, groups, families, organizations and communities
• Demonstrated ability to develop research agenda
• Evidence of effective provision of both clinical and non-clinical content in the areas of individuals, families and groups
• Evidence of effective community and organizational engagement

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain a professional goal to become outstanding teachers through the use of research-based, best-practices pedagogy
• Participate in teaching using alternative delivery methods such as online and hybrid
• Regularly engage in ongoing professional development and innovation opportunities focused on pedagogical growth offered within the College and at St. Cloud State University

Benefits

• 11 paid Holidays
• Vacation Time
• Sick Time
• six weeks of Paid Parental Leave
• low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500)
• a Pension Plan
• 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options
• pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts
• employer paid life insurance
• short and long term disability
• professional development
• a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees