About Western Kentucky University Western Kentucky University (WKU) is a student-centered, applied-research institution committed to providing transformative educational experiences and
strengthening the communities it serves. WKU's main campus is located in Bowling Green, Kentucky, a vibrant and culturally diverse city of approximately 79,000 residents, situated 65 miles north of Nashville, Tennessee, and just over 100 miles south of Louisville, Kentucky. WKU offers a supportive academic environment, comprehensive employee benefits, and programs designed to promote work-life balance. Position Description The Department of Counseling & Student Affairs invites applications for a Pedagogical Assistant/Associate/Professor of Counseling position. We seek a dedicated counselor educator committed to excellence in graduate teaching, the preparation of future counseling professionals, and meaningful university and professional service. The department offers CACREP-accredited graduate programs in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (residential and digital pathways) and Marriage, Couple, and Family Counseling, along with graduate certificates in Addictions Education and a graduate degree program in Student Affairs. The department also houses the Talley Family Counseling Center, an onsite counseling training center. The successful candidate will provide outstanding graduate-level instruction, contribute to the preparation of future counseling professionals, and engage in collegial, university, and professional service. Required Qualifications Applicants must possess: A doctorate from a CACREP-accredited Counselor Education and Supervision program. Professional counseling experience. Eligibility for Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) licensure in Kentucky. A history of participation in relevant professional organizations. Demonstrated success or potential for success in teaching. Additional Rank Requirements: Appointment at the Associate Professor or Professor rank requires prior tenure and promotion earned within a CACREP-accredited program and fulfillment of WKU's rank-specific criteria. Candidates for Professor must also demonstrate strong performance in teaching and university/public service throughout their tenure at that rank. Application Instructions Applicants should submit the following materials through WKU's online application system by November 29, 2026 : Letter of intent Curriculum vitae Unofficial transcripts Statement of teaching philosophy Contact information for three references will be collected during the application process. Expressions of interest may be considered until the position is filled . View the Complete Position Announcement and Apply: https://wku.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=205699 Learn More About the Department: https://www.wku.edu/csa/ Western Kentucky University is committed to providing equal employment and educational opportunities. Applicants are encouraged to review the official position announcement for complete qualifications, employment policies, and application information.
