"Social Work Lecturer"

Job Description

Posting Number: F-1007
College/Unit: College of Liberal Arts & Social Sciences
Home Department: School of Politics, Society, Justice and Public Service
Employee Group: Fixed-Term Faculty - Academic Year
Employment Status: Full-Time
Position Type: 9 month (Academic Year)
Position Classification: Fixed-Term Faculty
Position Begin Date: 08/24/2026
Position End Date: 05/10/2028

Position Summary:

The School of Politics, Society, Justice and Public Service at Central Michigan University invites applications for a full-time fixed-term faculty position in the Bachelor of Social Work program beginning in August 2026. The BSW program at CMU is an in-person program requiring face-to-face instruction and office hour availability. Instructional duties include teaching Generalist Social Work courses throughout the curriculum. This is a full-time, 9-month faculty position with a negotiable supplemental summer administrative appointment.

Required Qualifications:

• Master’s in Social Work from an accredited program.
• LLMSW in the State of Michigan.
• Two years of professional experience post-MSW.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

Preferred Qualifications:

• LMSW in the State of Michigan.
• Five years of direct practice in a generalist social work setting.
• Prior teaching experience in a BSW or MSW program and/or experience as a field/practicum instructor.
• Familiarity with online instructional/learning platforms and documentation tools.
• Proficiency with Microsoft office suite.

Message to Applicants:

Central Michigan University is dedicated to fostering an environment that is reflective of the communities we serve. We are especially interested in highly qualified candidates who will advance and promote CMU’s mission, vision, and leadership standards.

You must submit an online application in order to be considered as an applicant for this position.

Cover letters may be addressed to the Hiring Committee. Applications must include a cover letter, CV, statement of teaching philosophy and/or preparation for teaching, evidence of effectiveness of prior teaching experience, and the contact information for three references.

Review of applicant materials will begin February 16, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled.

Questions may be addressed to Dr. Lissa Schwander, Social Work Director, at (989) 774-2690 or schwa1l@cmich.edu.

About the Department:

The School of Politics, Society, Justice and Public Service is comprised of political science, public administration, sociology (including social and criminal justice and youth studies), and social work. The School and the social work program have a strong focus on inclusion and justice. The social work program serves a diverse student population in collaboration with diverse communities. For more information, please visit our website.

Posting Begins: 11/24/2025
Posting Ends:
Open Until Filled: Yes