Associate or Full Professor/Chair of Social Work

The Department of Social Work at Colorado State University Pueblo offers nationally accredited bachelor and master degree programs for students in Southwest Colorado. The BSW program prepares generalist practitioners to engage in a global society across diverse systems of all sizes, including individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities with interventions grounded in scientific inquiry. Students utilize an anti-racist, anti-oppressive perspective to enhance life and dignity for all people in a rapidly changing world. The BSW program has been continuously accredited by CSWE since 1982. The Master of Social Work program at CSU Pueblo prepares students to be advanced social work practitioners with the knowledge, skills, and values for creating effective processes required to serve diverse client populations in systems of all sizes. The MSW program was accredited by CSWE in 2019.

CSU Pueblo is a proud minority- and Hispanic-serving institution (MSI, HSI). As we serve a diverse student body, we are dedicated to interdisciplinary learning and entrepreneurship that elevates our people and our community, creates educational opportunities, fosters unique collaborations, and supports inclusion, access, and affordability as a gateway to the world.

This tenure-track, nine-month position (with potential for summer stipend and teaching) involves teaching, scholarship, and advising/service on the Pueblo campus and a satellite program in Colorado Springs (35 miles away), along with administrative duties as Chair of the Social Work Department (.5 FTE). Chairs are appointed by their Deans, with Provost and President approval, for a three-year term ending on commencement day, with the possibility of renewal. While Chair duties are initially expected of this position, this expectation may change over time, allowing for a standard teaching load of 12 credit hours per semester. Future course reassignments may be arranged with support of the Dean and Provost. Additional responsibilities may align with the Faculty Handbook.

Primary Duties

Chair the department, which includes scheduling classes, meeting with faculty and students to resolve any issues that may occur, administering the day-to-day activities of the department, supervising the department administrative assistant, providing leadership for the program, assisting faculty in professional development activities, working to ensure departmental accreditation, and participating in enrollment and engagement activities. Department chairs evaluate faculty for annual performance and for promotion/tenure of ranked faculty. Administrative release time is arranged in agreement with the Dean.

Teaching baccalaureate level courses in social work in accordance with the needs of the Social Work Program. This includes preparing and presenting course materials; administering appropriate tests; evaluating student outcomes; selecting and ordering texts; preparing, administering and grading assignments; and assigning final grades. It will also include proposing curriculum changes and program modifications in accordance with changes in CSWE standards.

Engaging in scholarly activity, including grant writing, preparation, and submission; scholarly work appropriate to the discipline, and dissemination at appropriate national, region, and local venues.

Conducting student advising to ensure appropriate coursework is completed to accomplish program objectives. This includes establishing and posting at least five regularly scheduled office hours.

Salary Range

$65,000-$90,000

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship

Minimum Qualifications

• M.S.W. from a CSWE-accredited institution
• Ability to be appointed to Associate or Full Professor status. 
• Demonstrated commitment to supporting diversity, inclusion and equity among peers and students
• 2 years post-MSW direct practice work 
• 3 years College or university experience teaching Social Work at CSWE accredited program

Preferred Qualifications

• PhD. in Social Work, Doctor of Social Work (DSW) or PhD in related field
• Licensed Social Worker or Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Colorado
• Evidence of scholarly activity. 
• Knowledge of CSWE accreditation standards and procedures.
• Experience in a position requiring the ability to teach across the BSW curriculum with expertise in practice, policy, or research coursework. 
• Experience in a position requiring the ability to develop and modify curricula.
• Experience in a position requiring the ability to teach across face-to-face, online, distance, and hybrid platforms. 
• At least 2 years administrative experience. 
• Previous experience advising and mentoring social work students. 
• Experience with and commitment to working with diverse populations.

Supplemental Information

All interested candidates must apply through the online application system. No other format of application materials will be accepted.

Applicants must attach the following documents, in order to be considered for this position: 

1. a letter of intent (cover letter) describing the means in which you meet the qualifications for this position
2. a current resume or CV
3. unofficial or official transcripts showing required degree conferred
4. three professional references, either within the application or as an attachment (please note: personal references do not count towards this requirement). 

Applications submitted without the required attachments/information above will be considered incomplete and will not move forward in the selection process. Once submitted, applicants will not be able to make changes or add information to their application packet, with the exception of their personal contact and demographic information.

Early submission of application materials is encouraged. Screening of application materials will begin immediately and continue until filled, but those applications received prior to 8am (MST) on January 18th, 2025, will receive full consideration.

About Colorado State University Pueblo

Colorado State University Pueblo is a comprehensive state university with an enrollment of 4,000 students.  CSU Pueblo provides relevant professional coursework and superior instruction with a small student-to-faculty ratio for an ever-changing global economy. Students can choose from 38 undergraduate programs with 70 fields of study in the College of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics; the Hasan School of Business, the College of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences; and the College of Health, Education, and Nursing; and 15 graduate programs.

CSU Pueblo is dedicated to interdisciplinary learning and entrepreneurship that elevates our people and our community, creates educational opportunities, fosters unique collaborations, and supports inclusion, access, and affordability as a gateway to the world. CSU Pueblo is equally committed to serving the diverse population of the region; this emphasis is reflected in the demographic characteristics of the student body. Because more than 25 percent of our students are Hispanic, the Federal Government has designated CSU Pueblo a Hispanic Serving Institution.  Besides reflecting our commitment to serve this critically important and rapidly growing segment of the student population, that designation also allows the University to compete for certain federal grant funds to support its ability to better serve all students.   

Among its unique features, CSU Pueblo is one of seven schools in the nation to offer a degree in mechatronics, which combines electrical and mechanical engineering. The Hasan School of Business ranks among the top 15 percent of all business schools internationally with graduate and undergraduate programs in business administration accredited by the AACSB International Board of Directors. The College of STEM houses an undergraduate engineering program that was ranked in the nation's top 100 by U.S. News and World Report.  CSU Pueblo has an ever-changing campus landscape that features a newly renovated Library, a new general academic classroom building, and a newly renovated and expanded student center. 

At CSU Pueblo, Student Life offerings have increased significantly with the transition of the campus from a commuter environment to a more traditional collegiate experience.  Competing at the NCAA Division II level, CSU Pueblo is a member of the Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference and offers 22 varsity intercollegiate sports and also has active intramural and club sports teams that allow students to get involved in campus life.

Colorado State University Pueblo offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical and prescription insurance
• Dental insurance 
• Vision insurance 
• Flexible benefit plan 
• Basic term life insurance 
• Voluntary term life and AD&D lnsurance 
• Long-term disability insurance 
• Employee assistance program 
• Travel accident insurance 
• Voluntary critical illness and accident insurance 
• Annual and sick leave
• Retirement plans
• Employee and dependent tuition discounts
• State employee discounts via BenefitHub

     Other incentives include various on-campus event, recreation, and meal discounts.

 About Pueblo, Colorado 

The city of Pueblo is a historically and culturally rich, diverse city of more than 100,000, located in the southern part of the state along the Arkansas River near the Wet Mountains and the majestic Sangre de Cristo range. Pueblo enjoys ideal year-round climate with four distinct mild seasons, crisp mountain air and 300+ days of sunshine per year. Pueblo attracts outdoor enthusiasts to a full slate of summer and winter recreational activities, encompassing water sports at Lake Pueblo, biking or running along Pueblo's beautiful river trail system, golfing, tennis, hiking or skiing in the mountains to the west.  The region is heavily agricultural, with large and small-scale farming and ranching, and a diverse mix of service, manufacturing, and technology industries.

CSU Pueblo is committed to providing a safe and productive learning and living community. To achieve that goal, we conduct background investigations for all final candidates being considered for employment. Background checks may include, but are not limited to, criminal history (felony and misdemeanor), national sex offender search, and/or motor vehicle history. Candidates who are extended an offer of employment must submit to and pass a background check prior to beginning employment. Some positions depending on the job duties may be required to complete a DMV and/or credit check.

The University reserves the right to check additional references, with prior notification given to the candidate. 

Note: The successful candidate must provide official transcripts of academic work completed and, under U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services regulations, be able to submit evidence of the ability to accept work in the U.S. by the day employment begins.

 It is the policy of Colorado State University Pueblo to provide reasonable accommodations for employees and applicants with disabilities.  If you need accommodations, please contact the Office of  Human Resources& Institutional Equity at (719) 549-2441 or hr@csupueblo.edu.

In compliance with the Clery Act of 1990, the University's annual security report is available at: https://www.csupueblo.edu/campus-safety.  

Colorado State University Pueblo is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Additionally, the University complies with all other relevant, federal, state, and local laws regarding employment practices. 

All employees of Colorado State University Pueblo  (CSU Pueblo) are required to complete training on policies and procedures administered by the Office of Institutional Equity (OIE), under the supervision of the Director of Institutional Equity & Title IX Coordinator. Required training includes: understanding and reporting conduct prohibited by the Discrimination (including Title IX Sex Discrimination), Protected Class Harassment, and Retaliation policy. All employees are required to report conduct prohibited under this policy, and student disclosures of pregnancy or related conditions directly to the OIE and to provide OIE’s contact information to any student disclosing pregnancy or related conditions. More information is available at: Policies and Resolution Procedures | Office of Institutional Equity (https://www.csupueblo.edu/institutional-equity/policies-and-procedures/index.html).