Associate or Full Professor, Tenured, MSW Program Director, Social Work

Social Work 499886 Grand Forks, North Dakota, United States Full-time Faculty ADD TO FAVORITES VIEW FAVORITES Salary/Position Classification $80,000+ dependent on experience and rank, 9-month contract, Exempt 40 hours per week 100% Remote Work Availability: No This position will work in-person on the UND campus in Grand Forks, ND Purpose of Position The mission of UND's College of Nursing & Professional Disciplines (CNPD) is to provide excellent and collaborative education, scholarship, and service to advance human well-being for all, with an emphasis on rural and underserved populations. Through its teaching, scholarship and service, the UND Social Work department advances social, economic and environmental justice, and enhances human well-being and quality of life within the state, region, and beyond. The CNPD is comprised of three departments: Nursing, Nutrition & Dietetics, and Social Work. The department of Social Work seeks an experienced leader, who is currently tenured as Associate Professor or Full Professor, to serve as MSW Program Director.

Faculty rank will be based upon experience and qualifications in conjunction with a record of teaching, research and service that merits tenure at UND. An offer of tenure may be made based on a candidate's documented record of achievement and subject to approval from the Department, College, University and the North Dakota State Board of Higher Education. This individual will contribute to a productive and collegial academic team and will develop and maintain positive and professional relationships with students. In addition to teaching, research and service, the faculty member will be allocated 50% workload to serve as MSW Program Director.

The department is seeking an individual with practice experience in either social policy and/or macro practice OR practice experience with individuals/families/groups. Scholarship/research related activities will be determined by the individual's research agenda, which will be developed in consultation with the department chair and associate dean. This position will also serve on department, college or university committees. This position is for a full-time (9-month) contract and requires an in-person, on-campus presence.

A separate summer (3-month) contract will be issued for the administrative assignment as MSW Program Director. Summer instruction (courses and field seminar) and/or field liaison duties may also be available.

Benefits

Health Insurance: UND covers 100% of employee (or family) health insurance premiums. Estimated annual employer-paid health benefit is $22,720. TIAA Retirement Plan: During the first two years of participation, UND contributes 7.5% to your retirement plan, which is approximately $3,169 based on the minimum starting salary listed. Beginning with the third year of participation, UND contributes 12.5% of your salary, which provides an even greater investment in your long-term retirement savings.

Leave Benefits: Annual and sick leave accrue at 12 days per calendar year. Holidays: Paid holidays at 10 per year during contract period This is not an exhaustive list of benefits or their value. Please see the UND HR website for more details. Duties & Responsibilities 20% Teaching Teaching will be assigned primarily in the MSW program at 20% effort.

Courses may also be assigned in the BSSW program. Assignments will be based on the candidate's interest and knowledge/expertise as well as enrollment and departmental need. Teaching activities will also include advising as well as other teaching related responsibilities such as field coordination and field seminar. 20% Research Scholarly/creative activities will be determined by the candidate's research agenda and in consultation with the department chair and associate dean. Research activities will be consistent with department, college and university expectations and policies/procedures and will be developed to the degree expected of a tenured senior faculty member.

Start-up funding will be available. 10% Service Service activities will be determined in consultation with the department chair and will be consistent with department, college and university expectations and policies/procedures. 50% Administration MSW Program Director responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Coordinating MSW curriculum changes Ensuring accuracy of MSW curriculum information Participating in accreditation and reaffirmation processes Recruiting and advising prospective students Resolving student issues Developing, recommending and evaluating policies that impact the program. Required Competencies Excellent verbal and written communication skills Strong organizational skills Strong commitment to collegiality High interest in working as part of a collaborative team Strong understanding of and commitment to the profession's values, including diversity and social justice Minimum Requirements MSW from a CSWE accredited Social Work program Doctoral degree in Social Work OR related field Two years of full-time post-MSW social work practice experience Eligibility for licensure in ND as at least an LMSW Two years of full-time teaching in a CSWE accredited MSW program Two years of leadership experience in higher education Experience with accreditation and reaffirmation Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. This position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment.

Preferred Qualifications

Evidence of relevant scholarly productivity Eligibility for licensure in ND as an LCSW Leadership experience in a CSWE accredited MSW program Five years of leadership experience in higher education Teaching experience in macro practice, rural social work and/or social policy Online or distance education experience To Apply To assure full consideration, applications must be received by November 29, 2026 and include the following materials: Cover Letter or Letter of Interest CV/Resume 3 Professional references (name, title, email) This position is open until filled. Please note, all employment postings close at 11:55pm CST. Position Benefits Benefits include single or family health care coverage (UND pays the full premium), life insurance, employee assistance program, retirement plans with generous employer contributions, sick leave in addition to paid holidays. Optional benefits include supplemental life, dental, vision, flexible spending account, supplemental retirement plans.

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