FT Faculty: Asst/Assoc Prof-Social Work

Reporting to the Head of the Department of Social Work Sociology and Justice Studies, the Assistant/Associate
Professor or Instructor of Social Work is responsible for teaching a variety of undergraduate courses in Social
Work, academic advising and organizing co-curricular activities.

Essential Job Functions:

• Teaching freshmen, sophomore, junior and senior level courses in the Social Work Discipline.
o Teaching Load is up to 15 credit hours per semester.
• Maintain professional scholarship
• Effectively advising students through matriculation, including sharing academic and student resource
information when applicable
• Maintaining scheduled office hours and ensuring posting of hours is available for students
• Effectively managing the classroom environment
• Developing, maintaining, and submitting accurate, timely and complete records (attendance,
assignments, grades, end of course notebooks, etc.)
• Conducting research (suitable for an academic or professional audience)
• Participating in course and curriculum development
• Mentoring part-time faculty and student
• Providing service to the School and University (i.e., committee membership)
• Serving the School, the University, the profession, and community as appropriate
• As applicable to assignment as an academic Program Coordinator:
o Regularly organizes, schedules and documents collaboration meetings with other program colleagues.
o Discusses matters related to the students in the applicable program.
o Assess and reviews the needs of the program (faculty, supplies, instrumentation, etc.)
o Makes program curriculum revisions and recommendations aimed to address current market trends.
o Coordinates activities with colleagues to enhance teaching and the learning process.
o Acts as the primary faculty academic advisor for the students in the program.
o Disseminates information to students relating to internships and job opportunities, research, seminars,
graduate schools, scholarship, supporting programs, tutoring, etc.)
o Composes an annual strategic plan and assessment plan for the applicable academic program.
o Submits an annual assessment plan and report
o Serves as an advisor for New Student Orientation and summer programs, as needed
o Assures submission of text-book orders for all relevant program courses
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Supervisory Responsibilities
None

Education and/or Experience:

• Master’s degree in Social Work or related discipline from an accredited institution of higher learning;
o PhD. Preferred.
• Minimum of two years’ experience in academic setting required.
• Should relate well with others and promotes a positive demeanor.

Certificates, Licenses or Registrations

Must possess the minimum credential standards of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS),
which normally include at least 18 graduate semester credit hours in the subject area or suitable approved
justifications.

Other Competencies:

Must have a philosophy that is consistent with the Mission, Vision and Core Values of the organization. Vision,
commitment, and experience in achieving goals and pursuing excellence is critical. Strong oral and written
presentation skills. Ability to work well independently and as a member of a team. Excellence in organization,
decision-making, problem-solving, and creating a collaborative environment. Ability to manage multiple projects
simultaneously. Must be able to read, write and speak fluently in English.

Physical Demands:

Ability to sit or stand for up to 8 hours/day. Some lifting (up to 25 pounds occasionally), bending, and carrying.
Specific vision abilities include the ability to use close vision. The employee is regularly required to talk and hear,
and to use hands and fingers to handle or feel.