Assistant/Associate Professor in Counselor Education and Supervision

## Assistant/Associate Professor in Counselor Education and Supervision**Job Posting:**JR101780 Assistant/Associate Professor in Counselor Education and Supervision (Open)**Department:**Counseling, PM**Position Type:**Regular**Open Date:**04-15-2026**Close Date:**$84,500 - $94,500**Job Description:**The Department of Counseling and Psychological Studies at Bowie State University invites applications for a tenure track Assistant/ Associate professor position to start in August 2026. We are seeking a doctoral- level professional with a background in mental health counseling. Prospective candidates should possess a doctorate degree from a CACREP-approved program and/or have full time experience at the college/university level working in a CACREP approved program prior to July 1, 2013, should have practica or work experience in either higher education, and/or in the community.**Responsibilities:*** Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, teaching across multiple areas, with a focus on mental health counseling.* Prospective candidates should also have a history of publications and interest in research; active scholarship and grantsmanship/fund raising; and expectations of contributing to the program, department, university, and surrounding community.* An interest in curriculum instruction and program development; student advisement; assisting with field practica, and collaboration with colleagues is also highly desired.* Instructional responsibilities may include teaching graduate courses such as Practicum, Consultation in Counselor Education and Supervision, Counselor Education Pedagogy, and Trauma and Crisis Counseling.* The Candidate must be willing to work evenings and some weekends.**Minimum Qualifications:*** The ideal candidate must have a Ph.D. or an Ed.D. in Counseling ― in the areas of Clinical Mental Health Counseling, and/or Counselor Education and Supervision, or a related area.* Licensed or licensed eligible in Maryland as a professional counselor* Minimum of three (3) professional references, preferably from supervisors, documenting scholarship, program development, student advisement and collaboration with colleagues.* A history of research and related publications in refereed journals and/or periodicals.* Willingness to be flexible in teaching schedule (e.g., evenings, weekends, etc.)* Occasional availability for Saturday activities, such as Graduate Student Open Houses; New Student Orientations; In-services; and Special Events* Occasional availability for field visits for Practicum or Internship supervision.* Experience teaching courses in the specialty area and an active program of teaching and research in school, educational and/or mental health counseling is highly desirable, along with a strong interest in teaching related courses.* Candidates must demonstrate a strong commitment to graduate education and provide a record of potential effectiveness in teaching, scholarly research, and community outreach.## **Preferred Qualifications:*** At least 4 years (part or full time) experience in a school/educational setting and/or in higher education preferred.* A strong commitment to understanding social justice, advocacy, and cultural proficiency in the field is a plus.**Conditions of Employment:*** Interested and qualified applicants should submit a resume/CV, a letter of interest, teaching philosophy, official transcripts, and three letters of reference.**Additional Job Information:**Benefits include medical, dental, prescription, long-term disability, accidental death and dismemberment insurance and life insurance; paid time off for sick leave and collegial sick leave; employer-funded pension and supplemental retirement accounts.Bowie State University shall not discriminate against any individual on the basis of race, color, religion, age, ancestry or national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, marital status or veteran status. 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The University will stress equal access for employees and applicants for employment to all programs and services provided by the University both on and off campus. The University will also provide equal opportunity and an atmosphere of nondiscrimination with respect to women and members of minority groups in all its operations. In addition, the University shall promote equal opportunity and equal treatment through a positive and continuing Affirmative Action Program.The University makes, and will continue to make, reasonable accommodations to promote the employment of qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans, unless such accommodations would impose an undue hardship on the University's business. In addition, employees and applicants will not be subjected to harassment, intimidation, threats, coercion, or discrimination because they have engaged in, or may have engaged in, activities such as filing a complaint, assisting or participating in an investigation, compliance review or hearing, or opposing any act or practice made unlawful, or exercising any other right protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended or the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974, as amended.Founded in 1865, Bowie State University (BSU) is Maryland’s oldest Historically Black College or University (HBCU) and is one of 12 constituent institutions of the University System of Maryland. One of the nation's Top 20 HBCUs, and top 10 among public HBCUs. BSU provides high-quality and affordable educational opportunities for students with ambitions to achieve and succeed. BSU offers 27 undergraduate majors, as well as 18 master’s, 2 doctoral programs, along with doctoral and advanced certification programs, with special focus on science, technology, business, education and related disciplines. BSU is the among the nation's top graduate school programs in Nursing (MSN), Computer Science, Education and Public Affairs (U.S. News & World Report).With an enrollment of more than 6,000, BSU is a diverse university whose students, faculty and staff represent many ethnic and cultural backgrounds. BSU is centrally located in one of the nation’s most exciting metropolitan areas within easy reach of Washington, DC, Baltimore, and Annapolis, and boasts a serene campus on a 300-acre suburban wooden tract. #J-18808-Ljbffr