Director, Master of Social Work Program

3 weeks ago

Reno, Nevada, United States University of Nevada, Reno Full time
Director, Master of Social Work Program

R0141094

University of Nevada, Reno - Main Campus

The University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) appreciates your interest in employment at our growing institution. We want your application process to go smoothly and quickly. Final applications must be submitted prior to the close of the recruitment.

If you need assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please contact our recruitment helpline at or For UNR Med professional job postings, please contact the Office of Professional Recruitment at

Job Description


The University of Nevada, Reno, School of Social Work invites applications for a Director of the Master of Social Work (MSW) program at the Teaching Assistant / Associate Professor (Non-Tenure Track) OR Associate Professor (Tenure-Track).

The position is located in Reno, Nevada, on the main campus. This is not a remote position. It is full-time (9 months) and has summer availability. The position will start in Spring 2025. Join a dedicated and inclusive faculty that supports innovation, educational access, and academic excellence.


The ideal candidate will be able to teach primarily in the MSW program and across modalities (e.g., on-ground and online) in generalist and advanced generalist social work.

This position also requires curriculum development, administrative leadership, and active research engagement (for a tenured position).

The candidate is expected to have strong interpersonal and organizational skills and a demonstrated commitment to anti-racism, diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice.

Required Qualifications


Teaching Assistant / Associate Professor, non-tenure track - A doctorate in social work or a closely related field, and at least 2 years or more of post-MSW social work practice experience and leadership experience.


Associate Professor, tenure-track - A doctorate in social work or a closely related field, and at least 2 years or more of post-MSW social work practice experience and leadership experience.

Tenured Associate-level applicants must demonstrate an established record of research and scholarship.

**For applicants with a doctorate, the determination of tenure-track or non-tenure track is at the hiring manager's discretion after discussing this with the applicant.

Preferred Qualifications

Prior academic administrative experience at the university level

Experience with online teaching and distance education programs

Practice or scholarship interests in trauma-informed care, behavioral health, or addictions

Compensation Grade

Teaching Assistant / Associate Professor, non-tenure track

Associate Professor, tenure-track

To view the salary schedule for this position, please visit: Salary Schedules and select Academic Faculty (9 month).

Salary is competitive and commensurate with related education and experience.

Total Compensation


The total compensation package includes a negotiable competitive salary, moving allowance (if applicable), a rich retirement plan, health insurance options that include dental and vision, life insurance, long-term disability, and many other benefits.

Additionally, there is a grant-in-aid educational benefit for faculty and dependents. For more information, please visit UNR Benefits

Faculty Dual Career Assistance Program

The University of Nevada, Reno, recognizes the importance of addressing dual-career couples' professional needs.

We offer a dual career assistance program to newly hired faculty spouses/partners that provides resources and assists them in identifying career opportunities in Northern Nevada.

Dual Career Program

School Information

The Council of Social Work Education accredits the School of Social Work. The School is committed to the values of the social work profession through education, research, and public service. It prepares effective and ethical social workers who challenge injustice and promote a more humane world.

To learn more, please visit:
School Contact

For more information about this position, please contact - Associate Dean Eugenia L. Weiss, PhD, at

Exempt
Yes

Full-Time Equivalent
100.0%

Required Attachment(s)


Please note, that once you submit your application, the only attachment/s viewable to you will be the attachment/s to the resume/CV section of the application.

Any additional required attachment/s to the cover letter, references, or additional documents sections of the application will not be viewable to you after you submit your application.

All uploaded attachment/s will be on the application for the committee to review. Before the committee reviews applications, don't hesitate to contact the candidate helpdesk at to request attachment updates.

Attach the following attachments to your application

1) Resume/CV

2) Cover Letter

3) Contact Information for Three Professional References


4) Please write a brief statement (one-page maximum) about how you would contribute toward our mission of creating a culturally inclusive environment in the role for which you are applying.

This posting is open until filled

Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply immediately.

This search will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received or a hiring decision has been made.

Posting Close Date
09/17/2024

Note to Applicant

A background check will be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.

HR will attempt to verify academic credentials upon receipt of hiring documents.

If the academic credentials cannot be verified, HR will notify the faculty member that an official transcript of their highest degree must be submitted within thirty days of the faculty member's first day of employment.

References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process.

Applicants hired on a federal contract may be subject to E-Verify.


As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks.


For positions that require driving, evidence of a valid driver's license will be required at the time of employment and as a condition of continued employment.

Schedules are subject to change based on organizational needs.


The University of Nevada, Reno is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of a person's age (40 or older), disability, whether actual or perceived by others (including service-connected disabilities), gender (including pregnancy related conditions), military status or military obligations, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race (including hair texture and protected hairstyles such as natural hairstyles, afros, bantu knots, curls, braids, locks and twists), color, or religion (protected classes).

About Us


The University of Nevada, Reno is a leading American public research university committed to the promise of a future powered by knowledge.

Founded in 1874 as Nevada's original land-grant university, the University serves 21,000 undergraduate and graduate students from all 50 states and 63 countries.


Classified by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education as an R1 ("Very High Research") university, it is also recognized in the Carnegie Community Engagement classification.

The University is also ranked by U.S.

News & World Report among the "Best National Universities" and "Best National Public Universities." It also ranks in the top tier of the WSJ/Times Higher Education World University Rankings and the New York Times' "Top Colleges for Economic Diversity.

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Since 2009, nearly $1 billion has been has invested in advanced labs, facilities, and residence halls on the main campus.

The University is home to Nevada's first medical school - the University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine - and it delivers on its original land-grant mission with outreach across the state through the University of Nevada, Reno Extension, Nevada Agricultural Experiment Station, Nevada Bureau of Mines and Geology, Nevada Small Business Development Center, the Nevada Seismological Laboratory, and Wolf Pack Athletics.

The main campus is in Reno, Nevada, a burgeoning global technology hub with a vibrant midtown and downtown.

Found where the high desert of the Great Basin meets the High Sierra and Lake Tahoe, the beautiful, 290-acre main campus is also a Nevada State Arboretum.

In recent years, the University has expanded to include two additional locations:
the Redfield Campus in south Reno and the Wayne L. Prim campus in Incline Village, which is the home of the University of Nevada, Reno at Lake Tahoe.


As part of the Nevada System of Higher Education - comprised of two research universities, one state college, four community colleges and an environmental research institute - the University is committed to developing strong partnerships with each of these institutions for the benefit of all Nevadans.


Through its commitment to high-impact education, world-improving research and creative activity, and outreach that's transforming Nevada's communities and businesses, the University continues its nearly 150-year tradition of benefitting our state, nation and world.

The University recognizes that diversity promotes excellence in education and research.

The inclusive and engaged community on campus recognizes the added value that students, faculty, and staff from different backgrounds bring to the educational experience.


Today, the University delivers on its original land-grant mission of access to education and knowledge by investing in the academics, facilities, support, engagement and vibrant campus life that promote our diverse students' cognitive growth and academic achievement - all while remaining one of the best values in American higher education.

For more information, please visit the University's website.

University of Nevada, Reno

To apply, visit


Founded in 1874, the University of Nevada, Reno is the State of Nevadas land grant institution with a statewide mission and presence.

The University of Nevada, Reno is a Carnegie I Research Institution and has been recognized as a "Top Tier" Best National University by U.S.

News & World Report. With an enrollment of nearly 21,000 students we offer 145 Tier 1 accredited degree programs.

Located in the picturesque Truckee Meadows the University of Nevada, Reno is surrounded by numerous state and national parks, is 45 minutes from beautiful Lake Tahoe, and four hours from San Francisco.

The University of Nevada, Reno recognizes that diversity promotes excellence in education and research.

We are an inclusive and engaged community and recognize the added value that students, faculty, and staff from different backgrounds bring to the educational experience.


The Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of a persons age, disability, whether actual or perceived by others (including service-connected disabilities), gender (including pregnancy related conditions), military status or military obligations, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race, or religion.

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