Assistant or Associate Professor of Social Work and Director of the Master of Social Work Program

Texas A&M University System•Killeen, TX

About The Position

Texas A&M University-Central Texas invites applications for a full-time, twelve-month, tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor of Social Work who will also serve as Director of the Master of Social Work (MSW) Program. The program is scheduled to begin in fall 2027 and will be offered online. The successful candidate must be able to teach graduate-level social work courses online and qualify for graduate faculty status. The Director receives one course release per semester. The position combines teaching, scholarship, service, and academic leadership. The successful candidate will support program administration, assessment, accreditation compliance, strategic planning, faculty collaboration, and community engagement, and will demonstrate commitment to teaching excellence, student success, professional service, and preparing ethical, competent social work practitioners. Texas A&M University-Central Texas is a regional teaching institution and part of the Texas A&M System. It offers upper-level undergraduate coursework and master's and specialist degrees, and is seeking approval to offer its first two doctoral degrees. The university primarily serves transfer students from three major community colleges in the region. Applicants must be authorized to work for any U.S. employer. The university states that it will not pay the $100,000 fee for certain new H-1B petitions and that a state moratorium may restrict new H-1B petitions, potentially affecting employment for candidates who require visa sponsorship. The position is security-sensitive; applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent on verification of credentials and other required information.

Requirements

For appointment at Assistant Professor rank: earned doctorate in Social Work (DSW or PhD in Social Work or a closely related field) from an accredited institution by the time of appointment.
MSW degree from a CSWE-accredited program.
At least two years of post-MSW professional social work practice experience.
Must hold a social work license and/or be eligible for a Texas social work license.
Demonstrated potential for effective teaching, scholarship, and service.
For appointment at Associate Professor rank: the qualifications listed for Assistant Professor, a record of successful university teaching, evidence of scholarly achievement and professional contributions commensurate with associate professor rank, and demonstrated leadership experience in social work education, program administration, accreditation, or related activities.
Competence to teach graduate-level social work courses online.
Must be qualified to serve on the graduate faculty.
Applicants must be authorized to work for any U.S. employer.
Submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, teaching philosophy, transcripts, and contact information for three professional references or three letters of reference.

Nice To Haves

Experience with CSWE accreditation processes and assessment.
Experience teaching in an MSW program.
Previous program coordination or administrative leadership experience.
Online and hybrid teaching experience.
Record of grant development, community-engaged scholarship, or interdisciplinary collaboration.
Experience serving diverse, first-generation, military-affiliated, rural, or underserved populations.

Responsibilities

Teach undergraduate and graduate social work courses in areas consistent with program needs and faculty expertise.
Maintain an active agenda of scholarly and/or professional activities appropriate for rank and tenure requirements.
Advise and mentor undergraduate and graduate students.
Contribute to curriculum development and continuous program improvement.
Provide administrative oversight for the Master of Social Work Program.
Coordinate program assessment and continuous quality improvement activities.
Lead accreditation activities and ensure ongoing compliance with Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) standards.
Collaborate with faculty on curriculum planning, scheduling, and program policies.
Support recruitment, retention, and student success initiatives.
Develop and maintain partnerships with community agencies and field education stakeholders.
Prepare annual reports and contribute to strategic planning efforts for the program and department.
Represent the MSW Program within the university and external professional organizations.
Participate in departmental, college, and university governance.
Engage in professional service activities that support the social work profession and local communities.
Contribute to initiatives that advance the university's mission and regional impact.