Assistant Professor of Social Work

Talladega College invites applications for a tenure-track position in the Department of Social Work at the Assistant Professor or Associate Professor level. The successful candidate will join a vibrant, student-centered department dedicated to providing a high-quality, hands-on education in social work. The Assistant/Associate Professor will teach undergraduate courses in social work, engage in research and scholarship, provide academic advising, and contribute to departmental service and College-wide initiatives. We are looking for a candidate who is passionate about social work education, committed to fostering diversity, and has the ability to engage students in meaningful learning experiences both in the classroom and in the field.

Specific Qualifications:

• Education:
  • A Master of Social Work (MSW) from a Council on Social Work Education (CSWE)-accredited program is required. A Ph.D. in Social Work or a related field is preferred but not required.
• Experience:
  • A minimum of two years of post-MSW professional social work practice in areas such as clinical social work, community practice, or social services.
  • Experience in teaching at the undergraduate level is preferred but not required.
  • Demonstrated ability to engage in research and scholarly activities.
  • Field supervision experience or a demonstrated commitment to working with students in practice settings is highly desirable.
• Other Requirements:
  • Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in social work education and practice.
  • Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
  • Ability to use technology to enhance teaching and learning.
  • Strong professional ethics and commitment to the mission of social work education.