Job Title Lecturer or Assistant Professor of Social Work Agency Texas A&M University - Texarkana Department CNHHS - Human Services Proposed Minimum Salary Commensurate Job Location Texarkana, Texas Job Type Faculty Job Description Texas A&M University - Texarkana has launched the Better East Texas initiative, an educational campaign to address the needs of this historically underserved region. To support this initiative, we are inviting applications for a Lecturer or Assistant Professor of Social Work. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a growing academic program intended to provide a positive impact on East Texas. With funding from the 86th Texas Legislature, Texas A&M University-Texarkana is hoping to attract excellent faculty who will contribute to the best possible future for our service region. Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement. Salary information: The expected salary range for this position is $55,000.00- $68,000.00 annually. Location: Texarkana, TX. This will be a full-time face-to-face/hybrid position, and the selected candidate will be required to be on the Texas A&M University-Texarkana campus. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: + Teaching in the BSW and MSW social work programs. Teach in generalist and clinical social work classes as needed; assist with curriculum design in alignment with Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) Educational Policy and Accreditation Standards ( EPAS ) 2022; and employ a student-centered pedagogy. + Advise social work majors and contribute in other ways to the social work program. + Work collaboratively with faculty across disciplines. + Serve on division, college, and university committees. + Conduct and publish field specific research to enhance the general body of knowledge in social work. Collaborative research with undergraduate and graduate students is encouraged (Assistant Professor rank only). + Present research findings and other academic papers at national or professional conferences. + Support and participate in social work community activities and professional organizations to develop professional partnerships and meet the institution's strategic goals. + Cultivate and develop working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and community members. + Lecturer of Social Work (non-tenure track) teaching assignment: 15 SCH undergraduate and/or graduate courses each semester in the classroom and/or online + Assistant Professor of Social Work (tenure track) teaching assignment: 12 SCH undergraduate and graduate courses each semester in the classroom and/or online KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES: Minimum Qualifications – Lecturer (non-tenure track) and Assistant Professor Rank (tenure track) + Earned MSW from a CSWE-accredited institution + At least two years of post-master’s social work practice experience + Excellent interpersonal and communication skills + Knowledge of computer applications including word processing, spreadsheet, and database capabilities + Ability to work efficiently and effectively with all segments of the student population Minimum Qualifications – Assistant Professor (tenure-track) Rank Only + Earned DSW or Ph.D. in social work, social welfare, or closely related field + Evidence of scholarship and research agenda Preferred Qualifications + Candidates that are licensed, or license-eligible, as a social worker in Texas and/or Arkansas + Record of teaching excellence in social work or related field + Demonstrated experience in program and curricular development + Clinical experience working with children, trauma, or addictions + Proficiency in online and hybrid teaching methods Other Requirements + Ability to travel and work beyond normal office hours + Ability to maintain confidentiality SUPERVISION OF PERSONNEL: This position generally does not supervise employees. OPEN UNTIL FILLED. To ensure full consideration, applications must be submitted by 06/01/2025 . To apply: Upload your cover letter, resume, transcripts, and 3 professional reference's contact information with one reference being a supervisor/manager in the questionnaire section of your application. All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check. Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.