Position Information **Proposed Faculty Rank** Associate Professor/Professor **Department** 00166 - College of Social Work **City** Salt Lake City, UT **Track** Tenure Track **New Position to Begin** July 1, 2025 **Details** The University of Utah College of Social Work invites applications for a 9-month tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Associate Professor to serve as the Director of the Master of Social Work ( MSW ) Program. The MSW Program Director will play a pivotal role in the program development and management, accreditation and compliance, faculty and staff leadership, student recruitment and success, community and professional engagement, and research and scholarship. This position requires a visionary individual with extensive experience in social work education, a collaborative approach to leadership, and a strong commitment to quality education, program growth, and student success—ensuring it meets the highest standards of excellence and aligns with the university’s mission. The position includes generous benefits, competitive salary, development funding, and a collegial environment. An administrative salary supplement is offered while serving as the MSW Program Director. **Required Qualifications** The successful candidate will have a strong scholarly record, a fundable research agenda, and documented excellence in teaching and service. To qualify for this position, applicants must have: + Education: Doctoral degree (PhD or DSW ) in Social Work or a related field is preferred. A master’s degree in social work ( MSW ) with a minimum of 2 years of post-masters professional social work experience. + Experience: A minimum of 5 years of experience in social work education (in-person and/or online), including experience in leadership or administrative role. Demonstrated expertise in curriculum development, accreditation/reaffirmation processes, program management, and instructional design. + Skills: Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills. Ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders and a commitment to fostering an inclusive educational environment. + Attributes: Visionary thinking, a passion for social work education, and a commitment to student success and community engagement. **College, University, and Environment** The University of Utah has been classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the 115 research universities with the “highest research activity” in the nation and is the flagship of the Utah System of Higher Education. The University is located in Salt Lake City at the foot of the Wasatch Mountains. This location offers unparalleled opportunities for outdoor recreation, with ten world-class ski resorts and five national parks within hours of the city. Salt Lake City is the center of a metropolitan area with a population of approximately one million residents, has extensive arts and cultural activities, and has a major international airport with a Delta Airlines hub and direct flights to most U.S. cities and direct international flights to Paris, London, Amsterdam, and Mexico City. The area has received international recognition for its light rail system, foodie culture, downtown renewal, and welcoming of people with immigrant and/or refugee backgrounds. In 2024, _U.S News and World Report_ ranked Utah at the top of their**Best States rankings**, and Salt Lake City as among the**Best Places to Live**in the nation. Utah is home to eight federally recognized Native American Tribes, which are honored in the University’s**https://www.utah.edu/indigenous-land-acknowledgment/** **.** The College, established in 1937, is the only institution in the Intermountain West that offers all three degrees in social work: BSW , MSW , and Ph.D. The BSW and MSW Programs are campus- and online-based. The Ph.D. Program is campus- and distance-based. In 2024, U.S. News and World Report ranked the College #36 in the nation, and Academic Analytics ranked the College #13 in the nation for NIH grant funding. The College houses two research centers, the Social Research Institute and the Utah Criminal Justice Center—which provide faculty and students with interdisciplinary, highly impactful research opportunities and support for the development and implementation of funded research projects. Currently, College faculty are leading a number of federally-, state-, and foundation-funded translational research projects to advance social work research and innovate evidence-based practices for vulnerable populations. The College’s Goodwill Humanitarian Building features state-of-the-art clinical training suites equipped with one-way mirrors and audio-visual technology for real-time clinical supervision and feedback. **EEO/Non-Discrimination Information** All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities. The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action ( OEO /AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/ Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu **Notice** The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules. This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen. https://safety.utah.edu/safetyreport This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South. **Special Instructions for Candidates** **Application Process** Candidates should submit the following: * Letter of application detailing your interest and qualifications * Full curriculum vitae * List of three professional references * Research statement * Teaching statement, indicating evidence of teaching effectiveness * Samples of professional writing Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Inquiries regarding the position may be directed to the Faculty Search Committee Chair, Dr. Jason Castillo, at (801) 585-9592, jason.castillo@socwk.utah.edu. **Open Date** 02/03/2025 **Close Date** **Open Until Filled** Yes **Requisition Number** PRN01339CF **Type** Faculty