Asst Prof of Social Work

Job title: Asst Prof of Social Work

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Position Information

Position Title Asst Prof of Social Work

Division Academic Affairs

Department/Office Social Work Master’s

Position Summary Information

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The Social Work Department at St. Catherine University invites applications for a full-time Assistant Professor of Social Work position.

The Assistant Professor will be a full-time, licensed, faculty member with experience in clinical social work to teach required MSW practice courses and other courses (as needed) in our MSW program. This is a 9-month position that teaches the equivalent of six courses annually.

Responsibilities include:

• Teach graduate level social work courses, including both foundation and clinical level courses. Potential to teach in the BSW program (as needed).
• Engaged scholarly agenda and/or professional practice with activity in the Department of SW, HSSHS, the University and/or the social work profession.
• Engage in service to the Social Work Department, the MSW Program, the HSSHS, the University and the social work profession by participation/leadership in standing/ad hoc committees, and/or other service opportunities.

St. Catherine University in St. Paul, Minnesota, is a comprehensive Catholic university and home to one of the nation’s largest colleges for women, with associate and graduate programs for all genders. Founded by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet in 1905, the University integrates liberal arts and professional education within the Catholic traditions of intellectual inquiry and social teaching. Committed to excellence and opportunity, St. Catherine enrolls students in certificate, associate, baccalaureate, master’s and doctoral programs in traditional day and evening/weekend/online formats.

Minimum Qualifications

• Two years post MSW practice experience, and some experience teaching social work courses.
• Graduate license (or immediate eligibility for graduate license) in social work, State of Minnesota.

Preferred Qualifications

Independent Licensure eligibility (LISW or LICSW), 2 or more years teaching experience, clinical practice experience, critical self-reflective pedagogy, anti-oppressive practice experience, and experience teaching/mentoring diverse student populations. We will consider potential for a tenure-track position for candidates with a PhD.

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Compensation

Annual wage is $54,333 – $60,369 depending on qualifications and experience.

The salary range listed reflects a good-faith estimate of what we reasonably anticipate to pay for this position, based on market data and internal equity, at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be determined based on qualifications, experience, skills, and other relevant factors. St. Catherine reserves the right to modify or adjust compensation depending on University needs.

Benefits

Employees at St. Kate’s feel a deep connection to the University’s Mission and Vision, and they live their values at work. Benefits available to full-time employees include:

• Fourteen (14) paid holidays and paid “gift” days when the University is closed.

• Free tuition for employees and reduced tuition for their families after one year of service

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• 403b retirement plan access

• Accrued sick time

• Specific information on all of our available benefits for full-time employees can be found HERE.

• St. Catherine University is an equal opportunity employer. Our commitment to inclusion reflects the central value of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet to “love of neighbor without distinction” and provides a learning and working environment that is enriched by the diversity of all our members. Should you need an interview accommodation please contact us.

• Application instructions for FACULTY

• St. Catherine University welcomes applications from candidates who are traditionally under-represented. We are happy to consider candidates who are currently in possession of a temporary work visa, however, please be aware that we do not offer employment visa sponsorship. Will you now or in the future require an employer to sponsor you for an employment-based visa/status in the U.S. (e.g. H-1B status)?

• Can you perform the essential functions of this position with or without accommodation?

• Yes

• No

• Applicant Documents

• Required Documents

• Cover Letter

• Resume or Curriculum Vitae

• Statement of Teaching Interests

• Statement of Teaching Philosophy

• Professional Reference Contact Information

• Personal statement on DEI in teaching

• Optional Documents