Assistant Professor - Social Work (Tenure Track)

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Savannah State University established in 1890, is the first public historically black college or university in the state of Georgia and the first institution of higher learning in the city of Savannah. The universitys students select majors from five colleges:

• Business Administration
• Education
• Engineering and Computing
• Media, Arts, and Communication
• Science and Humanities

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Job Summary

Savannah State University seeks qualified applicants for Assistant Professor of Social Work. This is a full-time,10-month tenure-track position in the BSW program. The primary emphasis is on teaching generalist, social work practice. Highly desired are candidates with a specialty emphasis in mental health, behavioral health, addictions, military social work, or some combination; may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically delineated in this description.

NOTE: In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required eligibility verification form upon hire. This position does not offer sponsorship for employment visas.

Responsibilities

A strong commitment to the retention, development, and overall success of students (e.g., curriculum development, educational outcomes, and student support services). Ability to teach, engage, inspire, and assess all learners through innovative teaching practices. The incumbent must be able to create a learning environment that supports student success and instructional improvement activities.

• Willingness to work within a community that values teamwork and shared goals in support of student success through initiatives that promote community partnerships and activities that lead to improvements in educational outcomes for students.
• Outstanding interpersonal and human relations skills, with the ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Proficiency in online learning management systems and communication platforms (e.g., Microsoft Teams, WebEx, Nearpod, Google Classroom), with the ability to incorporate these

tools into teaching.

• Teaching courses within the range equivalent to contact hours per week per semester for all tenure-track faculty during the academic year.
• Participating in assessment planning and reporting efforts for all academic programs in which the faculty member teaches.
• Being available on campus for interactions with students, which requires days per week of direct campus activities (includes off-campus assignments) during the academic year, with appropriate adjustment during summer session.
• Maintaining regularly scheduled office hours each week during the semester.
• Providing academic advisement to students as assigned within the department.
• Participating in department and division meetings.
• Engaging in activities to promote the advancement of the department, college/school, and university.
• Engaging in activities to promote individual professional development appropriate within the faculty members primary discipline.
• Participating in faculty governance systems of the campus and university.
• Attending official functions: this specifically includes but is not limited to Commencements, Founders Day, and Honors Convocations.
• Engaging in activities to promote the overall advancement of the university, such as involvement in education programs, community service (university engagement activities), and student activities.
• Exercising academic freedom with good judgment and ethical integrity.
• Meeting deadlines to facilitate efficiency in the operation of the university.

Required Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Social Work/Social Welfare or a Doctorate of Social Work (DSW).
• The candidate must also have a Master of Social Work or Master of Social Welfare degree from an accredited Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) program with a minimum of two years of post-MSW practice experience.
• Two (2) years of teaching experience at the college/university level
• Demonstrated evidence of research, scholarship, and/or grantsmanship

Proposed Salary

The salary range for this position is $65,000 - $68,000.00 annually.

Required Documents to Attach

• CV
• Cover Letter
• Statement of teaching approach
• Statement of research interests
• Unofficial Transcripts (Official Transcripts and Official International Course-by-Course Evaluations Due Upon Hire)
• Names, phone numbers, and email addresses of at least 3 professional references.

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

¿ Knowledge of core principles in the discipline.

¿ Knowledge of data analysis and research methodologies for the discipline.

¿ Knowledge of legal, ethical and compliance issues in the discipline.

¿ Knowledge of current trends and debates in Social Work.

¿ Knowledge of tools and emerging technologies in the discipline.

¿ Knowledge of instructional strategies and curriculum development in higher education.

¿ Skills in interpersonal relations and classroom management

¿ Skills in designing and delivering engaging lectures and seminars.

¿ Skills in conducting scholarly research and publishing in peer-reviewed journals.

¿ Skills in integrating technology and digital resources into teaching.

¿ Skills in assessing student learning and providing constructive feedback.

¿ Skills in oral and written communication for academic and public audiences.

¿ Ability to foster critical thinking among students.

¿ Ability to mentor and advise students on academic and career paths.

¿ Ability to create a supportive classroom environment.

¿ Ability to collaborate with colleagues and contribute to departmental initiatives.

¿ Ability to adapt teaching methods to all learning styles.

Apply Before Date

For best consideration, apply by December 15, 2026. Review of applications may begin as early as December 1, 2026.

Contact Information

For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Department of Human Resources at hr@savannahstate.edu. For technical support, please call the USG Service Desk at (877) 251.2644, or email support@usg.edu.

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Institutional Values

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• Belonging - Building a community where all voices are valued and respected.
• Collaboration - Working together across disciplines and communities for shared success.
• Discovery - Pursuing knowledge, research, and exploration that expand horizons.
• Excellence - Committing to superior achievement in every endeavor.
• Resilience - Rising stronger through challenges with determination and adaptability.

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Conditions of Employment

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Savannah State University, as determined by Savannah State University, its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test. Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.

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