Instructor, Social Work/Facilitator

Posting Details

Posting Details

Job Title Instructor, Social Work/Facilitator Posting Number F00395P Type of Appointment FTF; Full-Time Fixed

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Recruitment Recommendations

Anticipated Employment Start Date for Position 08/01/2026 Open Date 06/30/2026 Close Date 07/14/2026 Open Until Filled Yes

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The department of Sociology, Social Work & Criminology at Morehead State University is accepting applications for a full-time position as an Instructor, Social Work/Facilitator. The position is located at the MSU @ Ashland campus. The anticipated start date is August 1, 2026.

Morehead State University (main campus) is located in Morehead, KY, a designated Kentucky Trail Town, nestled in the Daniel Boone National Forest, in close proximity to Cave Run Lake. This location provides opportunities for a wide range of outdoor recreation activities. Morehead State University is recognized as one of the top public universities in the South by U.S. News & World Report. Additionally, Morehead State University is relatively close to a number of larger cities including Lexington, KY, Louisville, KY, and Cincinnati, OH. Morehead State University delivers a strong and affordable education for friendly, ambitious students who thrive in a student-focused learning environment defined by small class sizes and faculty committed to teaching and student success.

RESPONSIBILITIES: Instructs in assigned discipline or related field.

Facilitator responsibilities:

Administers all functions for the regional campus Social Work program recruitment, including, but not limited to, registration, counseling, and programing.

REQUIREMENTS: Master's degree in social work (MSW) with two years of post MSW practice experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Terminal degree and teaching experience.

SPONSORSHIP: This position is not budgeted for Visa Sponsorship.

Morehead State University is a comprehensive, regionally focused university providing high quality instruction at the undergraduate and graduate levels. The University has an enrollment of over 9,000 students. To apply, visit: https://moreheadstate.peopleadmin.com and complete the MSU Application for Employment along with a cover letter, resume or curriculum vita, transcripts (unofficial), and the name and contact information for three references. Review of applications will begin after the close date and continue until the position is filled. For preferred consideration, apply by 07/14/2026. Contact the Office of Human Resources at (606) 783-2097 should you have questions about our online application. Please contact Ashley Spencer, the search committee chair, at a.spencer@moreheadstate.edu for questions regarding this position. MSU is an Equal Opportunity employer.

Organizational Relationships

An Instructor reports to a department chair.

Physical Requirements Working Conditions

Instructor will teach in a typical classroom environment or an internet based environment. Travel to a Regional Campus or off-site location may be required.

This is a 10-month position.

Special Information/Instructions to Applicants

This position will be located at the Ashland regional campus in Ashland, KY.

Reference Requests

Reference Request Details

Accept References Yes Minimum Requests 2 Maximum Requests 3

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Do you have a MSW Degree?

• Yes

• No

• • Do you have two years post MSW practice experience

• yes

• no

• • With regard to employment eligibility, will you now or in the future require employer immigration sponsorship in order to work at Morehead State University?

• Yes

• No

• • Do you have the legal right to work in the United States? Federal law requires that employers hire only individuals who are authorized to be lawfully employed in the United States. In compliance with such laws, MSU will verify the status of every individual offered employment and all offers of employment are subject to verification of the applicant's identity and employment authorization. It will be necessary for you to submit such documents as required by law to verify your identification and employment authorization.

• Yes

• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Letter of Application (Cover Letter)
• Resume OR Curriculum Vita
• Transcripts (Unofficial)
• Name & Contact Information for 3 References

Optional Documents