The University of Wyoming invites applications for an Associate Professor to serve as the MSW Program Director. This is a 9-month, full-time tenure-track position with an additional summer administrative month. You will provide leadership for the Master of Social Work program, teach, conduct research, and engage in service within a division committed to human rights and human dignity.
What You'll Do
- Provide administrative leadership for the Master of Social Work (MSW) Program.
- Teach a range of MSW classes across curricula, including evening and scheduled intensive weekend classes.
- Engage in research and scholarship.
- Perform University and community service.
- Manage student recruitment, admission, and advisement for the MSW program.
- Provide curriculum leadership.
- Travel within the state, primarily to the UW-Casper campus, and teach using distance delivery systems.
What We're Looking For
- Earned Ph.D. in social work or a closely related field.
- MSW from a CSWE-accredited program.
- Five years of post-MSW practice experience.
- Evidence of leadership experiences.
- Strong record of research to warrant appointment at the associate rank.
- Record of teaching in a social work program.
- Valid driver's license with a motor vehicle record compliant with university policy.
- Ability and willingness to teach during evening classes and scheduled intensive weekend sessions.
Nice to Have
- Record of teaching in an MSW Program.
- Experience in a generalist/advanced generalist social work program.
- Prior academic administrative experience at the university level.
- Experience with online teaching and/or distance education programs.
- Experience with and/or knowledge of CSWE accreditation standards and processes.
Team & Environment
You'll be part of the Division of Social Work at the University of Wyoming.
Benefits & Compensation
- Generous Retirement Contributions: State contributes 14.94%, employee contributes 3.68%.
- Exceptional Health & Prescription Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Paid Time Off: Vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, and paid winter closure.
- Tuition Waiver: For employees and eligible dependents.
- Wellness and Employee Assistance Programs: Counseling and mental health resources.
Work Mode
This is an onsite position based in Laramie, Wyoming.
The University of Wyoming is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
