Faculty Specialist II - Professional Specialist - School of Social Work - Tenure Track

Western Michigan University Portal • Kalamazoo, MI

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About The Position

This position is for a Faculty Specialist II in the School of Social Work, with a focus on Professional Specialist and a Tenure Track appointment. The role requires a strong academic background and experience in social work education, accreditation, and technology-enhanced teaching. The individual will be responsible for curriculum development, mentoring students, and contributing to the school's academic mission.

Requirements

• Doctorate in Social Work or a related field from an accredited institution, or be an ABD doctoral candidate from an accredited institution with the expectation of completing the degree within one year of hire.
• Master’s of Social Work (MSW) degree from a CSWE-accredited social work program, with at least two years of post-MSW social work practice experience.
• Meet eligibility requirements for appointment at the rank of Faculty Specialist II.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate experience with CSWE accreditation and reaffirmation processes, including competency-based curriculum development.
• Demonstrate successful teaching experience in hybrid, online (asynchronous, synchronous, or partially synchronous), and other technology-enhanced formats.
• Demonstrate strong leadership, organizational, analytical, and planning skills, with the ability to effectively mentor and support students.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree