Teaching Track Specialized Faculty, Bachelor of Social Work Program Director - School of Social Work
University of Illinois

Teaching Track Specialized Faculty, Bachelor of Social Work Program Director - School of Social Work

Located in Urbana, IL

Position Summary
The School of Social Work at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign is seeking a dynamic colleague for a nine-month, non-tenure track, Instructor/Senior Instructor, Lecturer/Senior Lecturer or Teaching Assistant/Associate Professor position. This in-person role is based in Urbana and requires in person presence. The position involves a 50% administrative appointment as the Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) Program Director and a 50% appointment dedicated to a combination of teaching, scholarship, and service.

The BSW Program Director provides strategic oversight, leadership, and administration of the BSW program, including the major, minor, and other online and residential undergraduate offerings. The Director collaborates with faculty, staff, and students to ensure the program aligns with the School's mission of promoting social change and social justice.

Instructors (applicants with an MSW degree) and lecturers/teaching professors (candidates with a PhD or DSW) are responsible for delivering high-quality undergraduate and/or graduate instruction, developing innovative curriculum and teaching strategies and contributing to public engagement and service efforts. Teaching professors are also expected to engage in meaningful scholarly activities that influence the future of social work education and practice.

Required Qualifications
Master's degree in social work (MSW) from a CSWE-accredited program.
Minimum of three years of post-MSW social work practice experience.
Proven leadership in advancing teaching excellence and diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, teamwork, and organizational skills.
Capacity to function effectively with multiple interlocking teams in higher education.

Preferred Qualifications
Doctoral degree in Social Work (DSW or PhD) or related field.
Experience with online education and developing distance learning programs in academic settings.
Demonstrated excellence and innovation in teaching undergraduate courses in a CSWE-accredited BSW or MSW program.
Experience in academic program administration, curriculum development, and supervision.
Record of scholarly publications and research in social work education or related fields.

About the School of Social Work, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

The University of Illinois School of Social Work takes pride in our diverse, interdisciplinary collaborations. Over the past decade, our three social work degree programs have expanded rapidly, now offering both campus-based and online teaching opportunities. Our extensive partnerships with state and community-based agencies provide fertile ground for innovative teaching and service.

We are committed to educating students to work on behalf of marginalized and minoritized groups, developing responsive social welfare programs and interventions, and promoting social, racial, and economic justice. Our Champaign-Urbana community is diverse and welcoming, blending the best of micro-urban living with easy access to Chicago.

Appointment Information

This is a 100% full-time non-tenure track, Instructor/Lecturer or Teaching Assistant/Associate Professor position (50% BSW Program Director, 50% Teaching/Scholarship/Service), appointed on a 9-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after the search posting closes. Work for this position will be expected to work at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign campus on a full-time basis per the University's Workplace Flexibility policy.

The budgeted salary range for these positions is $60,000 - 65,000 at the Instructor level, $65,000 - 70,000 at the Senior Instructor level, $70,000 - 75,000 at the Lecturer/Teaching Assistant Professor level, and $80,000-85,000 at the Senior Lecturer or Teaching Associate Professor level. The pay offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors including (but not limited to) the experience and qualifications of the selected candidate including equivalent years in rank, training, and field or discipline; internal equity; and external market pay for comparable jobs.

Application Procedures & Deadline Information

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 6:00 pm (Central Time) on October 11, 2024. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered. For full consideration candidates should submit the following materials: cover letter, curriculum vitae, and the email and phone number of three professional references. For further information about this specific position, please contact SW-HR@illinois.edu. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify .

Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal , or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at 217-333-0885, or by emailing accessibility@illinois.edu .

Requisition ID: 1026784
Job Category: Faculty
Apply at: https://jobs.illinois.edu