"Instructor of Social Work"

Instructor of Social Work

Requisition Number: F00479P

Job Description:

The Social Work and Gerontology Department at Weber State University invites applications for an instructor level faculty position. We specifically seek a native or near-native Spanish speaking candidate with experience teaching introductory social work and other courses in the curriculum both online and face-to-face. This position will also include instructional design as part of the Building Puentes program.

Instructor positions are temporary appointments renewable annually at the sole discretion of the university.

Job Duties:

Required Qualifications:

Minimum requirements are an MSW with ability to be licensed in Utah and native or near-native Spanish speaking ability.

Preferred Qualifications:

Preference will be given to candidates who have experience in, or the potential for, teaching, mentoring, and engaging undergraduate students.

Background Check? Yes

Benefits Summary:

WSU offers a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, long-term disability, life insurance, retirement, a wellness program with release time and paid incentives, tuition benefits, free tickets to athletic and performing arts events, and paid holidays.

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Open Date: 10/07/2025

Close Date:

Open Until Filled: Yes

Notes to Applicants:

If you are passionate about what you could offer and accomplish here at WSU, we would love to hear from you. The position comes with a generous benefits package.

To apply please complete the online application and attach the following:

• a letter of application
• curriculum vitae
• list of three professional references

Review of applications will begin November 15, 2025, and will continue until the position is filled. Criminal background check required as a condition of employment.

Physical Activity of this position: Expressing or exchanging ideas. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important instructions to other workers accurately or quickly. , Ability to receive detailed information with or without assistance.

Physical Requirements of this position: Light work. Exerting up to 20 lbs of force occasionally and/or up to 10 lbs of force frequently and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Use of arm and/or leg controls exerting forces greater than that for sedentary work.

Visual Acuity Requirements including color, depth perception and field of vision: Required to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; using a computer terminal; extensive reading.

The conditions the worker will be subject to in this position: None. The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions (such as in typical office or administrative work).