Social Work Dept Chair | Online BSW Program Lead

Eastern University's College of Education; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Eastern University seeks a dynamic Chair to provide strategic oversight and academic leadership for the Social Work Department. The role focuses on expanding the department, including launching an online BSW program while maintaining CSWE accreditation.

In collaboration with MSW and BSW program directors and faculty, the Chair will drive program development, teaching, and administrative stewardship, shaping the college’s mission of faith, reason, and justice.

Qualifications

• MSW from CSWE-accredited program and a PhD in Social Work or DSW.
• Minimum of five years of post-MS W practice experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead visionary program expansion, including development and launch of online BSW Program.
• Oversee CSWE accreditation compliance and department budget management.
• Recruit, train, and supervise adjunct and tenure-track faculty.
• Teach courses and design curricula for BSW/MSW levels.
• Provide strategic input into marketing, recruitment, and admissions; oversee Advising Team.

Skills

Leadership

Teaching

Communication

Collaboration

Strategic planning

Student mentorship

Education

MSW CSWE-accredited

PhD in Social Work or DSW

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Suites

Project management software

Automation & AI tools

Job description

Eastern University seeks a dynamic Chair to provide strategic oversight and academic leadership for the Social Work Department. The role focuses on expanding the department, including launching an online BSW program while maintaining CSWE accreditation.

In collaboration with MSW and BSW program directors and faculty, the Chair will drive program development, teaching, and administrative stewardship, shaping the college’s mission of faith, reason, and justice.