MSW Program Director — Rural Online Education Leader

Colorado Psychiatric; Alamosa (CO); On-site; USD 51,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance (Health)

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Life Insurance

Retirement Savings Plan

Job summary

Adams State University seeks a Visiting Assistant Professor of Social Work to design and launch the first MSW program and serve as inaugural MSW Program Director. The role focuses on curricular development, accreditation readiness, and field education while preparing for accreditation reviews with CSWE/EPAS.

Teaching in Sociology is anticipated in 2028. The position emphasizes rural workforce needs, collaboration with community partners, and growth of MSW faculty and recruitment strategies for

Qualifications

• MSW from CSWE‑accredited institution.
• Demonstrated leadership through teaching, curriculum development, and administration.
• Minimum of two years of professional social work experience.
• At least two years of university teaching or leadership experience.
• Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusive practices.

Responsibilities

• Curriculum development for an MSW program aligned with CSWE EPAS.
• Direct CSWE accreditation process and prepare benchmark documents.
• Develop a robust field education program with agency affiliations.
• Develop a hiring plan for future MSW faculty and lead admissions.

Skills

Leadership

Curriculum development

Accreditation

Field education design

Recruitment & admissions

Diversity & inclusion

Teaching & collaboration

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW)

Doctorate (DSW or related)

Job description

Adams State University seeks a Visiting Assistant Professor of Social Work to design and launch the first MSW program and serve as inaugural MSW Program Director. The role focuses on curricular development, accreditation readiness, and field education while preparing for accreditation reviews with CSWE/EPAS.

Teaching in Sociology is anticipated in 2028. The position emphasizes rural workforce needs, collaboration with community partners, and growth of MSW faculty and recruitment strategies for