Faculty: Master of Social Work Program Director

Concordia University Wisconsin/Ann Arbor • Mequon, WI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Concordia University Wisconsin seeks a qualified applicant for a full-time (12-month) faculty program director position in the Master of Social Work (MSW) Program, housed within the School of Health Professions at the Mequon, WI campus. The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to excellence in leadership, teaching, scholarship, and service, and will contribute meaningfully to the continued growth and success of our CSWE-accredited MSW Program. Applicants must also exhibit a clear dedication to the Christian mission of Concordia University and possess the ability to thoughtfully integrate a biblical worldview with the teaching and practice of professional social work.

Requirements

• Earned doctorate in Social Work or related field.
• Minimum of five years' experience as a practicing social worker.
• A record of accomplishment in teaching, research and service in higher education appropriate to the rank of Associate Professor or Professor.
• Understanding of the intersections of social work and Christianity.
• Ability to work independently, and as an effective team member and leader.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities.
• Knowledge and skills in program, faculty, and student development based on university guidelines and the Social Work Code of Ethics.
• Proven leadership and administrative skills within the field of social work in an academic setting.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective and constructive relationships with aligned departments, faculty, administration throughout CUWAA and in the community.
• Proven success in both face-to-face and online teaching environments, with a strong understanding of instructional design and student engagement strategies.
• Proficiency in using Learning Management Systems (preferably Canvas) to support instruction, communication, and course organization.
• Familiarity with CSWE accreditation standards, including program assessment, curriculum mapping, and competency-based education.
• Capacity to integrate social work values and ethics with a biblical worldview in teaching, advising, and professional interactions.
• Strong written and oral communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex concepts clearly to serve a diverse student population.
• Capacity for independent initiative as well as team-based contributions to program development, assessment, and strategic planning.
• Ability to mentor students in both academic and professional development, fostering critical thinking, ethical practice, and reflective learning.
• Supportive of the mission and values of Concordia University Wisconsin/Ann Arbor and the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod (LCMS).

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver high-quality, engaging, and inclusive instruction using a variety of pedagogical approaches in alignment with program goals and CSWE competencies.
• Advise and mentor MSW students on academic, professional, and career development.
• Integrate a Christian worldview in teaching, mentoring, and service, consistent with the Concordia University mission.
• Plan and schedule MSW courses.
• Recruit, maintain, and monitor MSW enrollment; manage student admission review process.
• Plan and conduct MSW information sessions and student orientations.
• Maintain curricular and policy documents related to the MSW program (catalog, student handbook, website, brochures).
• Manage academic disciplinary actions such as student reviews, grade appeals, and special petitions.
• Supervise, mentor, and support all social work program personnel; complete annual faculty and staff evaluations.
• Develop and monitor MSW annual budget.
• Develop, maintain, and facilitate the Department of Social Work's Advisory Board.
• Actively participate in the continuous development and refinement of the MSW curriculum to ensure relevance, rigor, and alignment with professional standards.
• Collaborate with MSW faculty in strategic planning initiatives for the growth and sustainability of the MSW program.
• Lead and manage CSWE accreditation process including self-study, guidelines, and timelines to ensure continued MSW program accreditation.
• Collaborate with the Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) Program and other academic programs within the School of Health Professions.
• Maintain active involvement in program-level and university-wide committees, and uphold general faculty responsibilities (e.g., office hours, faculty meetings, program retreats) as outlined in the Concordia University Faculty Handbook.
• Provide service to the MSW program, the School of Health Professions, the University, and the wider community in support of Concordia's mission.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Pursue an active peer-reviewed research and scholarship agenda in accordance with standards outlined in the Concordia University Faculty Handbook.

Benefits

• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Personal Spending Account, Flexible Spending Account, and/or Health Savings Account
• Disability and Survivor Plan
• Retirement Pension Plan
• Retirement 403(b) Savings Plan
• Basic Life and Supplemental Life Insurance
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment Coverage
• Critical Illness and Accident Insurance
• Tuition waiver benefits (available for employees and their qualified dependents)

What This Job Offers

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