Lecturer - Social Work - 3-year appointment

Summary of Position

The College of Arts, Sciences and Education at Ferris State University in Big Rapids, Michigan seeks applicants for a 9-month full-time, 3-year appointment, adjunct lecturer to teach undergraduate social work courses in the areas of social work practice, policy and research. Courses are to be taught in person on one of Ferris State University's Campuses or approved FSU sites. The candidate(s) selected for the position must reside in Michigan after acceptance of employment and will perform duties at a Ferris site. The start date for this position is August 2026.

Required Education

Masters degree in social work (MSW) from a CSWE accredited institution.

Required Work Experience

Two years of post-MSW social work practice.

Required Licenses and Certifications

Applicants must have or be able to obtain a Michigan Social Work Licensure upon appointment.

Physical Demands

• Office Environment
• Repetitive movement
• Standing

Additional Education/Experiences to be Considered

Prior experience as a school social worker.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

• Primarily teach undergraduate social work courses in areas of social work practice, policy, and research.
• Cultivate an environment of belonging that values, respects, supports, and celebrates individual similarities and differences, allowing students, faculty and staff to thrive authentically.
• Support, promote, and develop university student enrollment and retention initiatives.
• Any other duties assigned within the position classification area.
• Faculty members also have professional responsibilities, which may include but are not limited to keeping regular posted office hours (which are scheduled at times convenient for students) and participation in traditional functions which have academic significance (e.g. reporting initial student participation data and submitting final grades on time).
• Faculty may be required to teach off-campus or in an on-line environment.

Skills and Abilities

Demonstrated successful experience working directly with people from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.