Assistant Professor of Social Work

Job Title: Assistant Professor of Social Work
Location: Dalton State College
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 290015

About Us

Dalton State College delivers a transformational education experience in a community serving more than 5,000 students through its two campuses and online programs. A member of the University System of Georgia, we provide access to high-quality bachelor's degrees, associate degrees, and career and teaching certificate programs that are responsive to regional and state needs.

Located about 90 minutes from Atlanta and 30 minutes from Chattanooga, Dalton State is nestled in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains in northwest Georgia and is surrounded by abundant outdoor recreation opportunities. We attract students from 35 countries and 26 states. Approximately half of our students are first-generation college students. Dalton State is Georgia's first federally-designated Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI); through this designation, we administer a Title V and a Title III HSI STEM Grant program that benefit all students.

Our mission and values undergird our commitment to creating a sense of belonging for all students and to ensuring their success. Dalton State was ranked #1 in the nation for Student Experience in The Wall Street Journal/College Pulse 2024 Best Colleges in the U.S. rankings and the #2 most recommended institution in the country in 2025. In addition, we are proud to have been recognized in 2024 as one of 75 "Great Colleges to Work For" by ModernThink, along with an Honor Roll distinction.

Job Summary

Dalton State College School of Health Professions seeks a full-time, tenure track, Assistant Professor of Social Work.

Faculty workload at Dalton State College consists of the following five components: (1) teaching, (2) student success, (3) research/scholarship/creative activity or academic achievement, (4) professional service to the institution or community, and (5) professional growth. Other duties include advising and mentoring students, keeping office hours, developing curriculum, assessment of student learning, providing service to the campus and community, and undertaking professional development. Teaching assignments may include day, evening, off-campus, or online courses. Summer teaching may be available on a competitive basis.

Position beginning August 1, 2026. Must have a master's degree in social work from a CSWE accredited program and a minimum of five years' practice experience. LMSW licensure required. LCSW licensure or licensure eligible highly preferred. PhD or DSW in social work desired. Teaching experience in a higher education setting strongly desired. Bilingual Spanish/English preferred.

The Dalton State Social Work program is fully accredited by the Council on Social Work Education. This position should be a clinician able to teach across the BSW curriculum and specifically generalist micro practice courses. This program is on campus, and this position is not an online teaching role.

Review of the applicants will begin October 9, 2025 through January 1, 2026. Position will remain open until filled.

Minimum salary $59,000. Salary commensurate with education level and experience.

A complete application includes:

• Letter of interest
• Current CV or resume
• Evidence of teaching/training effectiveness – e.g., copies of course evaluations and statement of teaching/training philosophy (Optional)
• At least three professional references that include full name, job title, organization, phone number and email address, and a brief, one sentence, description of your relationship with the reference. References should be with current and/or past employers.
• Unofficial transcripts (graduate and undergraduate) from all colleges and universities attended. Official transcripts will be required upon employment.

Benefits include:

• Healthcare options
• Retirement option: Teachers Retirement Systems (TRS) or Optional Retirement Plan (ORP)
• Tuition assistance
• $100 annually in well-being rewards
• Paid sick leave
• Paid parental leave
• Winter break (December Holidays)
• USG Benefits

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate social work courses primarily micro-practice courses. The teaching load will consist of a minimum of 4/3 loads (9-16 credit hours per semester). Candidate must be willing to accommodate a variety of learning styles and strategies in instructional delivery. Courses are taught on-campus; this is not an online teaching position. Assessment of student competency is also part of the position responsibilities (for both SACS and CSWE). (85%)
• Advising BSW students is required of this position. Additionally, assistant professors serve on faculty committees at the College and School and other community initiatives and participate in other appropriate service and professional activities as needed. (15%)

Required Qualifications

• Applicants must hold a masters in social work from a CSWE accredited program.
• Five years post-MSW practice experience as a generalist social worker primarily at the micro-level
• LMSW licensure in good standing, in the state of Georgia or Tennessee (Licensure in other states may be acceptable, Georgia licensure would become an expectation after hiring).
• An understanding of and ability to teach and uphold the National Association of Social Workers ethical standards and the Council on Social Work Education Professional Competencies.

Preferred Qualifications

• DSW or PhD in social work
• College classroom teaching experience in a generalist social work program and familiarity with the Council on Social Work Education accreditation standards.
• LCSW licensure in the state of Georgia or Tennessee or licensure eligible in immediate future.
• Bilingual English/Spanish.

Required Documents to Attach

1. Letter of interest
2. Current CV or resume
3. Evidence of teaching/training effectiveness e.g. copies of course evaluations and statement of teaching/training philosophy (Optional)
4. At least three professional references that include full name, job title, organization, phone number and email address, and a brief, one sentence, description of your relationship with the reference. References should be with current and/or past employers.
5. Unofficial transcripts (graduate and undergraduate) from all colleges and universities attended. Official transcripts will be required upon employment.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Applicants must hold and maintain appropriate licensure (minimum LMSW) and be in good standing with licensing authorities.
• Practice experience in micro social work, additional mezzo/macro/meta experience is beneficial.
• Evidence of teaching/classroom effectiveness
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to teach in face-to-face classrooms.
• Willingness to accommodate a variety of learning styles and use applied learning approaches.
• An understanding of, and ability to uphold, professional values and ethics as identified by the National Association of Social Workers.
• An understanding of, and ability to demonstrate and teach, the Social Work competencies as identified by the Council on Social Work Education
• All candidates for faculty positions should be able to demonstrate the ability to successfully educate and empower DSC student population