Full-Time Faculty - Human Services/Social Work

Passaic County Community College•Paterson, NJ

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Passaic County Community College (PCCC) is hiring a full-time, 10-month, tenure-track faculty member to teach and provide leadership in its Human Services (Social Work) program, beginning Spring 2027. This in-person role supports PCCC’s commitment to student learning and success and to serving a diverse student community, including many first-generation college students. The faculty member will teach introductory and upper-level undergraduate Human Services/Social Work courses, support students from diverse backgrounds, and contribute to program development and improvement. Instruction may use online, hybrid, Zoom, or in-person delivery and must adapt to different course lengths. The position also involves assessing student learning, integrating instructional technology, participating in curriculum development and shared governance, and contributing to departmental, college, and community service. Applicants should have a relevant master’s degree in social work, human services, counseling, psychology, or a closely related discipline; a PhD is preferred. Candidates should have a strong foundation in Human Services/Social Work, case management and social services experience, and the ability to connect theory with practice in teaching. Prior college-level teaching experience or significant relevant professional practice is expected. The salary is $59,000. A background check is required for the selected candidate.

Requirements

A relevant master’s degree in social work, human services, counseling, psychology, or a closely related discipline.
A strong foundation in Human Services/Social Work and demonstrated ability to teach and integrate theory and practice.
Experience with case management and social services, including familiarity with community resources, client advocacy, and service coordination.
Excellent communication skills, including clear instructional communication, collaborative work with colleagues, and supportive engagement with students.
Prior college-level teaching experience or significant professional practice in Human Services/Social Work that can translate effectively to the classroom.
Ability to use learning technologies, learning management systems, and digital tools to support instruction and assessment.
Completion of a background check if selected.
Application materials: curriculum vitae or resume, cover letter, statement of teaching philosophy, and statement of AI utilization in preparing the application.

Nice To Haves

PhD in social work, human services, counseling, psychology, or a closely related discipline.

Responsibilities

Teach introductory and upper-level undergraduate courses in Human Services/Social Work.
Maintain regular office hours and support learners from diverse backgrounds.
Use varied instructional delivery methods, including online, hybrid, Zoom, and in-person formats, adapting to different course lengths.
Engage students in High-Impact Practices, including project-based and active learning.
Assess student learning outcomes at the course, program, and institutional levels in alignment with departmental and institutional goals.
Integrate instructional technology to support student engagement.
Support program development, student retention, and continuous quality improvement through program assessment.
Participate in curriculum development, collaborate with colleagues on program initiatives, and contribute to departmental, college, and community service.
Participate in shared governance at the departmental, divisional, and institutional levels.
Engage in professional development, stay current with best practices in Human Services and Social Work education, and support PCCC’s mission of student success and equitable access to learning.

Benefits

New Jersey State health insurance plans.
Dental plan options fully covered by the employer.
Retirement systems through New Jersey State.
Tuition waivers for PCCC courses for employees and eligible dependents, subject to the relevant labor contract; some fees may apply.
Tuition reimbursement for full-time employees, excluding grant-funded positions, subject to the relevant labor contract.
Short-term disability providing up to 26 weeks of paid leave, subject to carrier terms; excluded for faculty and grant-funded positions.
Sick and personal hours prorated based on hire date; the posting lists 50 sick hours and 13 personal hours for faculty.
Employee Assistance Program with free, confidential, limited counseling services, work-life assistance, and legal and financial guidance.
Free on-site parking.
Optional Transit Pre-Tax Plan for eligible transit expenses.
Flexible Spending Account for eligible out-of-pocket medical and dependent care expenses.
Supplemental insurance providing cash benefits to assist with out-of-pocket expenses when hurt or sick.
Voluntary annuity programs for additional retirement account contributions.