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Position Announcement
The Department of Social and Behavioral Sciences in the College of Humanities and Social Sciences at Utah Valley University invites applications for tenure-track faculty positions in Social Work at the assistant, associate, or full professor rank. Appointments will begin in August 2027.
These positions provide an exciting opportunity to contribute to the continued growth and development of UVU’s Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) and Master of Social Work (MSW) programs. Both programs are fully accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE).
UVU’s social work programs provide effective instruction and mentorship to students with varied educational backgrounds and life experiences; maintain a respectful, professional, and student-centered learning environment; use teaching practices and course materials appropriate to the course learning outcomes and applicable accreditation standards; and work professionally with students, colleagues, and community partners.
The successful candidate will collaborate with social work faculty in developing and establishing curriculum, activities, processes, resources, and policies that support student development of social work knowledge, skills, and values. The appointee’s workload expectations will be teaching (80%), research (10%), and institutional service (10%). The position carries a teaching load of 24 credit hours or equivalent per academic year, typically 12 credits per semester (4/4).
UVU offers extensive resources and professional-development workshops to support and enhance teaching effectiveness. The successful candidate will use pedagogical approaches that promote student engagement, establish measurable course learning objectives, and assess student learning through written assignments, oral and/or skills-based assessments, examinations, and other appropriate evaluation methods.
The successful candidate will collaborate professionally with faculty and staff to support the well-being and continued development of the social work programs, the Department of Social and Behavioral Sciences, the College of Humanities and Social Sciences, Utah Valley University, and its students and employees. A commitment to collegiality, collaboration, and student success is essential
The successful candidate is expected to uphold the professional mission, purpose, and ethics of the social work profession and comply with applicable university policies and legal requirements.
Summary Of Responsibilities
Doctoral degree in social work (PhD, DSW) or related discipline, Master’s in Social Work from a CSWE-accredited program, and two years of post-master’s social work degree practice experience in social work.
Preferred Qualifications
Teaching and/or supervisory experience in a social work program and social work licensure.
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
Knowledge
The Department of Social and Behavioral Sciences in the College of Humanities and Social Sciences at Utah Valley University invites applications for tenure-track faculty positions in Social Work at the assistant, associate, or full professor rank. Appointments will begin in August 2027.
These positions provide an exciting opportunity to contribute to the continued growth and development of UVU’s Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) and Master of Social Work (MSW) programs. Both programs are fully accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE).
UVU’s social work programs provide effective instruction and mentorship to students with varied educational backgrounds and life experiences; maintain a respectful, professional, and student-centered learning environment; use teaching practices and course materials appropriate to the course learning outcomes and applicable accreditation standards; and work professionally with students, colleagues, and community partners.
The successful candidate will collaborate with social work faculty in developing and establishing curriculum, activities, processes, resources, and policies that support student development of social work knowledge, skills, and values. The appointee’s workload expectations will be teaching (80%), research (10%), and institutional service (10%). The position carries a teaching load of 24 credit hours or equivalent per academic year, typically 12 credits per semester (4/4).
UVU offers extensive resources and professional-development workshops to support and enhance teaching effectiveness. The successful candidate will use pedagogical approaches that promote student engagement, establish measurable course learning objectives, and assess student learning through written assignments, oral and/or skills-based assessments, examinations, and other appropriate evaluation methods.
The successful candidate will collaborate professionally with faculty and staff to support the well-being and continued development of the social work programs, the Department of Social and Behavioral Sciences, the College of Humanities and Social Sciences, Utah Valley University, and its students and employees. A commitment to collegiality, collaboration, and student success is essential
The successful candidate is expected to uphold the professional mission, purpose, and ethics of the social work profession and comply with applicable university policies and legal requirements.
Summary Of Responsibilities
- Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in the Social Work discipline.
- Plan, prepare, and deliver instruction in accordance with approved curriculum, course objectives, and student learning outcomes.
- Develop and maintain course materials, including syllabi, assignments, readings, assessments, instructional guides, and other learning resources in electronic and, when necessary, print formats.
- Evaluate student learning through appropriate assessment methods and provide timely, constructive feedback.
- Maintain accurate and current records related to attendance, grades, student progress, and other required academic documentation.
- Hold regular office hours and provide academic support and mentorship to students.
- Foster a student-centered learning environment that promotes engagement, critical thinking, and professional development.
- Participate in departmental, university, and community service activities as appropriate.
- Engage in research, scholarship, and other professional activities that support the mission of the Social Work program and the university.
- Collaborate with faculty, staff, and community partners to support academic programs and student success.
Doctoral degree in social work (PhD, DSW) or related discipline, Master’s in Social Work from a CSWE-accredited program, and two years of post-master’s social work degree practice experience in social work.
Preferred Qualifications
Teaching and/or supervisory experience in a social work program and social work licensure.
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
Knowledge
- Subject matter across the BSW and/or MSW curriculum.
- Council on Social Work Education
- Policies and Accreditation Standards.
- Canvas or other Learning Management System.
- Understanding of and commitment to professional social work ethics and values.
- Engage, assess, intervene with, and evaluate practice with individuals, families, groups, organizations, or communities at a generalist social work level.
- Maintain an engaging, motivating, and positive classroom environment.
- Explain difficult curricular concepts
- Communicate effectively orally and in written communication with faculty, staff, students, and community partners of all backgrounds.
- Excellent time management and organization.
- Reflect on and improve teaching.
- Ability to design and organize both in-person and online course content.