Assistant Professor of Social Work
About the role
Shepherd University seeks a tenure-track assistant professor to serve as the MSW Program Director and lead the development, accreditation, and administration of an online, asynchronous Master of Social Work (MSW) program. Responsibilities include teaching graduate social work courses at both the foundation and advanced levels; advising and mentoring students in their professional development and licensure preparation; leading curriculum development, program assessment, and CSWE accreditation activities; and collaborating with the Director of Practicum Education to support student field placements. The MSW Program Director will also provide service to the Department, University, and community, support program growth, ensure compliance with Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) standards, and advance Shepherd University’s mission of preparing ethical, skilled social workers to serve diverse communities.
As MSW Program Director, the successful candidate must be able to maintain a regular physical presence on campus to provide program leadership, collaborate with faculty and staff, participate in university service, and support students and community partners.
Responsibilities
- Teach graduate social work courses at both the foundation and advanced levels
- Advise and mentor students in their professional development and licensure preparation
- Lead curriculum development, program assessment, and CSWE accreditation activities
- Collaborate with the Director of Practicum Education to support student field placements
- Provide service to the Department, University, and community
- Support program growth and ensure compliance with CSWE standards
Minimum Qualifications
- Master of Social Work (MSW) degree from a CSWE-accredited program
- Ph.D. in Social Work or Doctor of Social Work (DSW) degree from a CSWE-accredited program
- A minimum of five years of post-MSW professional social work practice experience
- A minimum of two years of teaching experience in a CSWE-accredited BSW or MSW program
- Experience developing and/or revising social work courses at the BSW or MSW level
Preferred Qualifications
- Professional Licensure (LGSW, LCSW, or LICSW)
- Experience in both undergraduate and graduate social work education
- Expertise in clinical social work practice or other high-need practice areas
- Experience with online teaching and curriculum design
- Ability to begin employment in January 2027
Benefits
- Wide range of health insurance options
- 401(a) retirement savings with 6% contribution match
- Eligibility to continue health insurance post-retirement and other retiree perks
- Tuition waivers for employees and their dependents