Assistant Professor Social Work
About Westfield State University:
In 1839, Westfield State University was founded on the ideals of Horace Mann who sought to improve society through education. We were the first public education institution without barrier to race, gender or economic class. The spirit of innovative thinking and social responsibility is forged in a curriculum of liberal arts and professional studies contributing to the development of knowledge, skills, and character essential for students to become responsible leaders and engaged citizens.
Westfield State is a highly residential campus with approximately 55% of our 3,100 full-time undergraduate students living on campus. The campus is ideally situated on the edge of the Berkshire Mountains in western Massachusetts just 30 minutes from the thriving cultural centers of Springfield, Northampton, and Amherst with a selection of museums, theater, collegiate and minor league sports, hiking trails, and restaurants. The University is within 1.5 hours of Boston and Albany and within 3 hours of New York City and the Green Mountain range of Vermont.
Thank You for Your Interest in Becoming a Westfield State Community Member
You are welcome here. You can advance your career and make a difference here. We invite you to bring your whole self and talents to Westfield State University. The University seeks applicants whose record of teaching, student advising, research, and administration positions them to contribute to the everyday practice of our institutional values.
Our Values
Westfield State commits to values that strengthen a common bond among all members of our community and promotes a rich campus environment.
Job Description:
Campus Title: Assistant Professor Social Work
State Job Title: Assistant Professor
Department: Social Work
Job Code: HA3200
FLSA Status: Exempt
Funding: 7115-6014
Bargaining Unit: MSCA
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent, Tenure Track
Timeframe: Academic Calendar
Shift: TBD
Regular Days Off: Saturday and Sunday
Supervision Received: Reports to the Chair of Social Work
Supervision Exercised: None
Salary: $65,000.00 to $67,600.00 (Salary commensurate with education and experience)
General Statement of Duties:
The Department of Social Work at Westfield State University is seeking applications for: One full-time tenure-track Assistant Professor to begin September 2024. Westfield State University’s Social Work Programs are accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE). The MSW Program provides a clinically focused social work education using a hybrid model for the in-person option. Courses are offered two nights per week, with 2/3 of content delivered online and 1/3 delivered face-to-face. Specializations are offered in Children, Youth and Family, Health Social Work, Substance Use and Addictions, and Latinx Community Health with courses offered in Spanish. Since Fall 2022, The MSW Program has offered a fully online degree option. In this model, classes are held synchronously on Zoom two nights per week and asynchronous work during the rest of the week. The BSW Program provides generalist social work education using a hybrid model. With 2/3 of content delivered online and 1/3 delivered face-to-face, all practice courses are 100% face-to-face.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Duties include but not limited to:
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Additional Information:
Salary:
Salaries for current Westfield State University employees and individuals currently working for the state of Massachusetts must be calculated individually in accordance with collective bargaining agreements as well as state policies. State job specifications may be found on the Department of Higher Education’s webpage.
Employee Benefits:
Benefits are an important component of an employee’s total compensation package.
Disability Accommodations
Westfield State University is committed to the full inclusion of individuals with disabilities and will ensure the availability of reasonable accommodations. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact Human Resources at (413) 572-8809 or visit us in the Horace Mann Building, 1st floor.
Background Check
Employment is contingent upon the successful completion and review of a background check. A criminal record will not automatically disqualify an applicant from consideration.
Application Instructions:
An online application is required. A complete application includes:
Notes:
* In your cover letter please include the ways in which you would advance diversity and inclusion in your classroom and at the university.
** Contact information for three reference letter providers should be completed on the reference form. Applicants that are using Interfolio for an existing confidential letter of recommendation should provide the Interfolio based email address (e.g. [email protected]).
Application deadline: Review of applications will begin January 22, 2024. The job will remain open until finalists have been selected.
NOTE: If you need assistance completing your application please contact our online Help Desk. The link to the help desk can be found at the top of the page via Contact Us.
To apply, visit https://westfield.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=171702&CNTRNO=1&TSTMP=0
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