Assistant Professor of Social Work

Job Details

The Hood College Department of Sociology and Social Work, housed in the Ruth Whitaker Holmes School of Behavioral and Health Sciences, invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track social work position beginning in January 2027 or August 2027. The Department awards a Bachelor of Arts degree in social work and is accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE). The Department is committed to building a culturally diverse educational environment, with a focus on diversifying the faculty. We are seeking faculty who have a demonstrated ability, or strong potential for success, in teaching across our generalist social work curriculum while contributing to the diversity and excellence in our programs and courses through their research, teaching, and service. The ideal candidate will have field education experience, prior teaching experience, and two or more years post-master’s social work practice experience. The position requires the equivalent of 21 teaching credits per year. Additionally, the faculty member will be expected to advise social work majors, engage in scholarship and professional development activities, and provide service in support of the program, department, and college. As per the School of Behavioral and Health Sciences’ goals, interdisciplinary collaboration and research with undergraduate and graduate students is encouraged.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Teaching (60%)

• Demonstrated ability or strong potential for success in teaching across the generalist social work curriculum.
• Teach the equivalent of 21 credits per year using curriculum design in alignment with CSWE EPAS 2022 and a student-centered, equitable and inclusive pedagogy.
• Facilitation of the Field Education Practicum and Seminar and duties related to Faculty Field Education Liaison.
• Advise social work majors from our diverse student body and contribute in other ways to the social work program, the department, and the School of Behavioral and Health Sciences, including the accreditation/reaffirmation and field education processes.

Research/Scholarship (20%)

• Conduct and publish field specific research to enhance the general body of knowledge in social work.
• Research related to anti-racism, diversity, equity, and inclusion in social work practice and/or education is of particular interest to the department. Collaborative research with undergraduate and graduate students is encouraged.
• Present research findings and other academic papers at national or professional conferences.
• Work in partnership with the Office of Institutional Advancement to pursue grant funding opportunities as appropriate.

Service (20%)

• Support and participate in college committees and professional organizations to develop professional partnerships and meet the strategic goals of the institution.
• Cultivate and develop inclusive and equitable working relationships with students, faculty, staff and community members.
• Support all college initiatives to recruit and retain talented students.
• Serve as an active member of the school, department, and Hood College community.

Qualifications

We seek a candidate who values diversity, equity and inclusion in all that they do. Candidates must have strong organizational skills and a proven ability to work collaboratively with partners across campus in support of Hood College’s mission as a student-centered, liberal arts institution.

To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Education/Experience

By the position start date, applicants must have a doctorate in social work (DSW/PhD) or a related field and a master’s degree in social work from CSWE accredited institutions, at least two years of postmaster’s social work practice experience, and some teaching experience in an accredited social work program. Candidates should be licensed, or license-eligible, as a social worker in Maryland. Candidates must have demonstrated experience working directly with people from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.

Preference will be given to candidates with experience teaching undergraduates, CSWE reaffirmation, and to candidates whose research interests support and encourage diversity, equity, and inclusion in social work practice and/or education.

Preferred Skills and Characteristics

• Desirable, not required skills for the job (if applicable)

Technology Skills

Proficient in MS Office tools (Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), e-mail and Internet. Ability to learn new applications quickly including organization-wide information systems and department-specific software applications.

Language Skills

Strong oral and written communication skills. Ability to effectively provide information and positively respond to questions from both external and internal customers both in person and by phone. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.

Mathematical Skills

Proficient with statistical and financial concepts. Must have the ability to apply those concepts to tracking, projections, goal setting and interpreting reports. Must be able to draw conclusions from reports and make cost effective decisions regarding programs.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a number of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Ability to work independently and as a member of a group in developing and executing project plans. Ability to work in theoretical arena and apply logic as appropriate.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use fingers, hands, reach with hands and arms; and talk and hear. The employee is required to sit. The employee may occasionally be required to stand and lift and move up to twenty-five pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Work Environment

The work environment described here is representative of what an employee will encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. The noise level is usually moderate, and could include interaction with other employees, students, the public, telephones, and other office equipment.

Compensation

The salary for this position ranges from $55,800 to $62,000 depending on circumstances including an applicant’s skills and qualifications, certain degrees and certifications, prior job experience, training, and other relevant factors. Additional compensation for work completed beyond the minimum contracted teaching load may be provided. Hood College has provided a compensation range representing its good faith estimate of what the College may pay for the position at the time of posting. The College may ultimately pay more or less than the posted compensation range. Hood College offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, vision, retirement, paid time off, and tuition benefits. Learn more about Hood College.

To Apply

Qualified candidates are invited to apply online via our electronic application. When applying, please submit:

• A cover letter
• Curriculum vitae
• Teaching Philosophy

For full consideration, please respond by September 15, 2026.

We invite qualified candidates to apply online via our electronic application which requires submission of a cover letter, resumé and three professional references. If you need assistance with the online application process, please email humanresources@hood.edu or call (301) 696-3592.