Academic ConnectPosition Title: Faculty, Master of Social Work, Department of Social Work
Position Tracking Number: F138
School/College: Behavioral Sciences
Department: Social Work
Location: Azusa/Inland Empire
Description:
Nine-month faculty position in a thriving, urban, CSWE accredited Master of Social Work program. The Department of Social Work seeks candidates with experience in generalist and macro social work practice, with emphasis on macro practice with communities and organizations and strong administration experience. A strong background in evidenced informed practice needed. Ability to teach across specializations desired. Experience in higher education and scholarship preferred.
Specialization: Macro/administration social work practice, theory, research, and leadership.
Responsibilities:
- Teach assigned courses based on teaching load.
- Assist in student advising and mentoring, program assessment and student admissions.
- Participate in department and program meetings and functions, strategic planning, special programs, and campus committees as needed.
- Participation in the life of the department as well as the university is required.
- Contribute to development and dissemination of scholarship and expertise.
- Work at alternative Regional Campuses or Sites as indicated for role.
Level: Faculty Appointment, rank based on education and experience.
Qualifications:
PhD or DSW required, with Master of Social Work degree from an accredited social work program.
Minimum of two years professional practice experience.
Demonstrated excellence in teaching.
Demonstrated potential for scholarship.
Able to communicate the ethical integration of Christian faith in social work scholarship and practice. Basic computer skills required.
Experience:
University teaching experience, interprofessional collaboration, and community-based skills strongly preferred. An ability to teach across the curriculum, with specialization in the area of macro/administration social work practice desired. Demonstrated scholarship and research potential preferred.
Workload: Nine Month Full-time Faculty Contract.
Hire Date: Open until filled.
Mental Demands:
Ability to integrate Christian values in all aspects.
Ability to engage in critical thinking and exercise independent judgment.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and manage confidential information.
Ability to collaborate with other faculty and staff and maintain collegial relations.
Self-starter, ability to communicate effectively in written and oral form.
Compensation:
$68,640 to $125,460 is the annual salary for this role and reflects what Azusa Pacific University reasonably expects to pay for this position. Actual compensation may vary based on the qualifications, experience, and internal equity. In addition to compensation, APU offers a competitive benefits package. Compensation will be based on experience, rank, and qualifications.
Additional Information:
Candidates must align with Azusa Pacific University's Christian identity. Faculty members are expected to sign a Statement of Faith (available at http://www.apu.edu/about/believe), to adhere to the policies outlined in the Faculty Handbook, and to integrate the Christian faith in teaching and scholarship.
Azusa Pacific University is a Christ-centered, multicultural community that values and seeks faculty and staff who are committed to diversity, work effectively with diverse populations, and engage others in ways that honor our rich cultural mosaic and biblical foundation.
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Azusa Pacific University does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.
Azusa Pacific University conducts background checks on all final candidates.
Application Procedure:
To apply, visit http://www.apu.edu/cp/employment/. Review of applications will begin immediately, and the position will remain open until filled.
Azusa Pacific University is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.