Assistant Professor of Social Work & BSW Program Director

Assistant Professor of Social Work & BSW Program Director Position Summary: The Department of Social Work in the School of Behavioral Health and Human Services invites applications for a tenure‑track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor who will also serve as Director of the fully online Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) Program. Position Overview Responsibilities include teaching courses in the undergraduate program and serving as Director of the fully online Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) Program. The incumbent will: Oversee day-to-day operations of the online BSW program, including scheduling, course development, advising, and program assessment; Ensure ongoing compliance with CSWE Educational Policy and Accreditation Standards (EPAS); Coordinate with the field education director to support remote field placements and supervision; Lead curriculum review, development, and online pedagogy planning; Manage online program growth, marketing collaboration, and student success initiatives; Teach six online courses per academic year across generalist curriculum areas (e.g., HBSE, policy, practice); Maintain virtual office hours and provide accessible academic advising and mentoring; Serve on departmental, college, and university committees; Collaborate with admissions, instructional design, and IT to ensure quality online delivery; Support recruitment, orientation, and retention of online BSW students. Minimum Qualifications Master’s degree in social work from a Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) accredited Social Work program and a minimum of two years full‑time professional practice experience (post‑Master’s degree). Preferred Qualifications Doctoral degree (Ph.D. or DSW); Experience teaching multiple courses across the social work curriculum; Experience with academic program leadership or coordination; Familiarity with online learning management systems (e.g., Canvas); Knowledge of online student support needs, inclusive pedagogy, and digital accessibility; Experience with field education, student advising, and accreditation processes; Evidence of scholarly engagement and professional development. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Experience teaching multiple courses across the social work curriculum. Experience with academic program leadership or coordination. Familiarity with online learning management systems (e.g., Canvas). Knowledge of online student support needs, inclusive pedagogy, and digital accessibility. Experience with field education, student advising, and accreditation processes. Evidence of scholarly engagement and professional development. Physical Requirements Communicating with others to exchange information. Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers. Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing. Environmental Hazards No adverse environmental conditions expected. Work Schedule As required to meet the academic schedule. EEO Statement The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit—and takes actions to prevent—discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking), and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status. UNT System Administration promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment, and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. System Administration also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist, or participate in a related investigation or proceeding. #J-18808-Ljbffr University of North Texas - Dallas