Assistant Professor of Social Work or Human Services

About Us

Kennesaw State University has been known for its entrepreneurial spirit and sense of community for over 60 years. Located just north of Atlanta, Kennesaw State combines a suburban setting on two metro-Atlanta campuses in Kennesaw and Marietta. Offering undergraduate and graduate degrees to over 50,000 students, Kennesaw State is a member of the University System of Georgia and a Carnegie-designated doctoral research institution (R2).

As part of the University System of Georgia, Kennesaw State exemplifies the power and promise of a student-centered, research-driven university. The university supports the University of Georgia's core values of accountability, excellence, integrity, and respect.

The university's vibrant culture, career opportunities, rich benefits, and values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity, and accountability make it an employer of choice. Kennesaw State is launching a new strategic plan in 2024-2025. For more information, visit the Kennesaw State University website.

Location

The Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144. The Marietta campus is located at 1100 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta, GA 30060.

Department Information

The Department of Social Work and Human Services prepares compassionate professionals to address complex social issues. Our innovative curriculum blends theory with practice, offering hands-on learning, internships, and field placements. We are committed to academic excellence, ensuring graduates have the skills and passion to make a meaningful impact in their communities.

Job Summary

Kennesaw State University is now accepting applications for full-time, tenure track faculty positions as Assistant Professor of Social Work or Human Services in the Department of Social Work and Human Services with a preferred start date of January 2027. These are a nine-month contracted positions and are for work to be performed in the state of Georgia.

Responsibilities

• Teach in the Graduate Master in Social Work Program and the undergraduate Human Services Program.
• Service to Department, College, University and/or professional community is expected.
• Scholarship/Research expectations commensurate with rank is expected.

Required Qualifications

• A Terminal/Doctorate degree, or the foreign equivalent, in Social Work, Human Services or a related discipline is required at the time of hire.
• With the MSW, a minimum of 2 years post-MSW Direct social work practice and a clinical license (L.M.S.W. or equivalent)
• Experience with a wide variety of software platforms for training, teaching and operations such as: D2L, Simple Syllabi, Blackboard, Canvas, Word, Excel

Preferred Qualifications

• A wide range of clinical social work practice experience
• An active research agenda, grant funding, and a record of scholarship
• An interest in leadership opportunities
• A demonstrated commitment to student mentoring and success
• Experience or interest in developing international education and/or internship programming

Required Documents to Attach

• CV
• Cover Letter
• Teaching Philosophy and Student Success Statement
• Unofficial Transcripts (Official Transcripts and Official International Course-by-Course Evaluations Due Upon Hire)
• Names, phone numbers, and email addresses of at least 3 references

Apply Before Date

Review of applications will begin immediately. For full consideration, please apply by September 1, 2026.

Contact Information

For questions about this faculty opening, please contact Dr. Denise M. Green, dgree206@kennesaw.edu.

For technical support or assistance completing a job application, please contact the Shared Services Center at (877) 251-2644 or support@usg.edu.

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USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work and study. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the KSU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity, or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the KSU community.

Background Check

Per the University System of Georgia background check policy, all final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation. Final candidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. Applicants for positions of trust with screening results which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will be immediately disqualified from employment eligibility.