Job Description

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• Generous Retirement Contributions: The State contributes over 15% of your gross salary. With your mandatory employee contribution, the total contribution toward your retirement plan exceeds 19%.
• Exceptional Health & Prescription Coverage: Enjoy access to medical, dental, and vision insurance with competitive employer contributions, that include 4 deductible options to suit your needs
• Paid Time Off: Benefit from ample vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, and paid winter closure.
• Tuition Waiver: Employees and eligible dependents can take advantage of tuition waivers, supporting continuous education and professional growth.
• Wellness and Employee Assistance Programs: Stay healthy with wellness initiatives, counseling services, and mental health resources.

At the University of Wyoming, we are committed to creating a supportive and enriching workplace. To learn more about what we offer, please refer to UW’s Benefits Summary

JOB TITLE: 

Associate Professor - MSW Program Director- Division of Social Work

JOB PURPOSE:  

The Division of Social Work at the University of Wyoming invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Associate Professor. The successful candidate will also receive an administrative appointment to serve as the Master of Social Work (MSW) program Director , with a preferred start date of January 2027. The faculty position is a 9-month, full-time appointment, with an additional month dedicated to administrative duties associated with the MSW Program Director appointment during the summer term. In addition to .50 FTE dedicated to administrative leadership of the MSW Program and instruction, the successful candidate will engage in teaching, research/scholarship, profession-related community engagement, and service to the Division, University, and profession.

This is an on-campus position based in Laramie, Wyoming. The successful candidate is expected to be regularly available on campus and to teach in person during scheduled intensive weekend sessions each semester, as well as during evening classes delivered via Zoom. Candidates must be willing and able to teach on evenings and weekdays, as well as on scheduled intensive weekends as assigned.

The Division of Social Work offers a Generalist BSW program and an Advanced Generalist MSW program enrolling approximately 55 undergraduate and 55 graduate students. The MSW program offers a hybrid format that combines online evening classes (via Zoom) with five intensive in-person weekend sessions per semester. The Division offers a full-time MSW program on the main campus in Laramie, Wyoming, and a part-time MSW program at the UW-Casper campus in central Wyoming. The Division is committed to scholarship, education, and practice grounded in the principles and values of human rights and human dignity.

We are seeking candidates with experience in social work practice, teaching, research, and administration who possess the leadership skills and experience necessary to serve as MSW Program Director and to advance our commitment to upholding our tradition of excellence in educating new social workers. Candidates should demonstrate a strong commitment to student-centered pedagogy, social justice, and engaged learning, and have experience in distance teaching and course development. Additionally, experience in rural settings and evidence of strong interpersonal skills are highly valued.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Specific responsibilities include teaching, research/scholarship, service, and administrative leadership of the MSW Program. Administrative responsibilities associated with the MSW Program appointment include student recruitment, admissions, curriculum leadership, program administration and oversight, and other responsibilities for the effective operation of the MSW Program. Faculty responsibilities include teaching a range of MSW classes across curricula; scholarship; and University and community service. Teaching responsibilities include evening and scheduled intensive weekend classes. The position requires travel within the state, primarily to the UW-Casper campus, and teaching using distance delivery systems.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Earned Ph.D. in social work or a closely related field.
• MSW from a CSWE-accredited program
• Five years of post-MSW practice experience
• Evidence of leadership experience in academia
• Strong record of research sufficient to warrant appointment at the Associate Professor rank. Candidates currently at the Assistant Professor rank who have established a strong record of research, along with demonstrated effectiveness in teaching and service, and are prepared for promotion to Associate Professor will also be considered.
• Record of teaching in a social work program
• Valid driver's license with a motor vehicle record (MVR) compliant with the Driving for University Business SAP
• Ability and willingness to teach during evening classes and scheduled intensive weekend sessions 

Experience Evaluation

Experience requirements are evaluated on a full-time equivalent (FTE) basis. Relevant part-time experience will be prorated based on hours worked. For example, two years working an average of 20 hours per week is equivalent to approximately one year of full-time experience.

Applicants must include the average hours worked per week for all current and previous positions. Failure to provide this information may affect the evaluation of qualifications.

  DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:  

• Record of teaching in an MSW Program
• Experience in a generalist/advanced generalist social work program
• Prior academic administrative experience at the university level
• Experience with online teaching and/or distance education programs
• Experience with and/or knowledge of CSWE accreditation standards and processes.

REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS:

Complete the online application. The department additionally requests that candidates upload the following documents for a complete application:

1. Cover letter addressing the job description, minimum and desired qualifications, including relevant leadership and administrative experience
2. Curriculum Vitae
3. Unofficial transcripts
4. names, affiliations, and contact information of three professional references.  If a candidate is invited to interview in person, three professional letters of recommendation will be required prior to the interview.

This position will remain open until filled. Complete applications received by 10/30/26 will receive full consideration. Only completed applications will be reviewed. For questions, please contact the Search Committee Chair, Dr. Neely Mahapatra, at 307-766-6864 or nmahapat@uwyo.edu

WORK LOCATION:

On-Campus This position provides vital support to campus customers, and the successful candidate must be available to work and perform essential job functions on campus, understanding our location is at 7,220 feet above sea level.

WORK AUTHORIZATION REQUIREMENTS

The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the United States, as sponsorship for any work authorization or work visas is not available for this position.

HIRING STATEMENT/EEO:  

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please contact us at 307-766-2377 or email  jobapps@uwyo.edu 

ABOUT LARAMIE:

The University of Wyoming is located in Laramie, a charming town of 30,000 residents nestled in the heart of the Rocky Mountain West. The state of Wyoming continues to invest in its only 4-year university, helping to make it a leader in academics, research, and outreach with state-of-the-art facilities and strong community ties. We invite you to learn more about Laramie by visiting the About Laramie website

Located in a high mountain valley near the Colorado border, Laramie offers both outstanding recreational opportunities and close proximity to Colorado’s Front Range and the metropolitan Denver area. Laramie’s beautiful mountain landscape offers outdoor enjoyment in all seasons, with over 300 days of sunshine annually. For more information about the region, please visit http://visitlaramie.org/