Social Work Instructor

Great Basin College; Elko (NV); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance options including 医疗险

12 paid holidays

Life insurance, long-term disability

Generous sick leave with 30 days

No state income tax

Free Parking

Grants-in-aid for Faculty Employees

Tuition benefit for faculty and depend

ComPsych employee support

Job summary

Great Basin College seeks a Social Work Instructor and Practicum Coordinator to join our team across multiple rural Nevada campuses, including Elko, Ely, Pahrump, and Winnemucca. The role features teaching in the new Bachelor of Social Work program and leading field education opportunities for students.

The candidate will help develop the BSW curriculum, contribute to CSWE accreditation efforts, and partner with faculty, community agencies, and field supervisors to prepare graduates for social

Qualifications

• MSW from CSWE-accredited program.
• Experience in social work education, curriculum development, or accreditation is preferred.
• Experience working with rural, frontier, underserved, or diverse populations is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate courses in the new Bachelor of Social Work program.
• Contribute to development, implementation, and refinement of the BSW curriculum to CSWE EPAS.
• Assist with CSWE accreditation documentation, program assessment, and continuous improvement activities.
• Coordinate field education and practicum opportunities for students.
• Advise and mentor students regarding academic progress and professional development.
• Collaborate with faculty and community partners on program policies and procedures.

Skills

Social work practice

CSWE accreditation

Curriculum development

Interpersonal communication

Rural communities

Education

MSW from CSWE-accredited program

Doctoral degree in social work (preferred)

Job description

Job Description

Great Basin College is seeking a qualified candidate for a full-time, 9-month Social Work Instructor and Practicum Coordinator position. This opportunity is available at any GBC campus location: Elko, Ely, Pahrump, or Winnemucca. Help build the future of social work education in rural Nevada! Great Basin College (GBC) is seeking a dedicated and collaborative Social Work Instructor to join our team and help launch our new Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) program. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development of a new academic program, shape curriculum, support accreditation efforts, and educate the next generation of social work professionals. The successful candidate will play an important role in developing and delivering a high-quality social work curriculum that prepares graduates to serve individuals, families, and communities, particularly in rural and frontier settings. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with the Social Work Program Director and Dean of Health Sciences and Behavioral Health to develop and implement the new online program, contribute to curriculum development, support the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) accreditation efforts, and teach undergraduate social work courses.

Why Join Us?

• Help develop GBC’s new Bachelor of Social Work program, including curriculum development, course design, and implementation.
• Prepare future social work professionals to address the needs of rural communities through accessible, high0quality education.
• Participate in developing program policies, assessment processes, and documentation to support CSWE accreditation.
• Teach undergraduate social work courses, impacting the next generation of social workers.
• Work with college colleagues, community agencies, and social work professionals to strengthen field education opportunities and support student success.

Qualifications

• Education: Master of Social Work (MSW) from a CSWE-accredited social work program. Doctoral degree in social work is preferred.
• Experience & Licensure: Professional social work practice experience is required.
• Experience in social work education, curriculum development, program assessment, or accreditation is preferred.
• Experience working with rural, frontier, underserved, or diverse populations is desirable.
• Experience developing community partnerships and coordinating field education or practicum opportunities is desirable.

Skills & Attributes

• Commitment to social work education and the professional values and ethical standards of the social work profession.
• Ability to apply professional social work practice experience and knowledge to curriculum development, program implementation, and continuous quality improvement.
• Strong written, verbal, organizational, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with faculty, college administration, community partners, and field education professionals.
• Interest in supporting CSWE accreditation requirements and developing processes to demonstrate program compliance.
• Ability to use online learning platforms and instructional technologies to support student learning.
• Commitment to student mentoring, academic advising, and student success.

Key Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate courses in GBC’s new Bachelor of Social Work program as assigned.
• Contribute to the development, implementation, and ongoing refinement of the BSW curriculum to align with CSWE Educational Policy and Accreditation Standards (EPAS).
• Participate in developing course objectives, learning outcomes, instructional materials, assignments, and assessment strategies.
• Support preparation for and pursuit of CSWE accreditation, including documentation, program assessment, data collection, and continuous improvement activities.
• Collaborate with faculty and community partners to identify and develop appropriate field education and practicum opportunities for students.
• Support the development of program policies, procedures, student learning assessments, and other materials needed for program implementation and accreditation.
• Advise and mentor students regarding academic progress, professional development, and preparation for social work practice.
• Participate in program planning, evaluation, and continuous quality improvement.
• Serve on college committees and participate in departmental and institutional activities as assigned.
• Maintain professional engagement and remain current with developments in social work practice, education, and accreditation standards.

Travel

The position may require driving to other GBC campuses, with or without reasonable accommodation as per the Americans with Disabilities Act, with possible overnight stays to coordinate students and programs throughout the service area. There must be a commitment to the GBC mission to serve rural Nevada. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to participate in several state‑wide or national meetings each year that require overnight travel.

Compensation

• Grade Academic Faculty – 3 B Contract - 9 month (end of August to mid May) working contract paid over 12 months.
• The budgeted salary range for this position is $60,000 - $85,000.
• Salary is based on relatable education and experience, internal equity and budgets.

Remarkable Retirement

Our retirement plan is beyond compare. Your 19.25% contribution is generously matched by the University. With the faculty retirement plan, you are 100% vested your first day. Sit back and watch your retirement dollars grow! All permanent employees on an annual "A" or "B" contract who are employed at least 50% full-time are eligible to participate in the NSHE retirement program unless they are members of PERS of Nevada.

Perks of Working at Great Basin College

• Health insurance options including medical, dental and vision
• 12 paid holidays
• Life insurance, long-term disability
• Generous sick leave with a beginning balance of 30 sick leave days.
• ComPsych supports employees through life's difficult moments.
• No state income tax!
• Free Parking
• Grants-in-aid for Faculty Employees
• Great Basin College is proud to provide a reduced-rate tuition benefit to faculty and qualified dependents. Faculty can take up to six credits per semester at a reduced rate. Dependents of faculty have unlimited credits, but in order to be eligible children must be unmarried and under the age of 24 and must receive at least 50% of their financial support from the employee and/or employee’s spouse or domestic partner.

Background Check

An online background check will be required of the selected applicant; a third‑party administrator will perform this.

Sponsorship

GBC is not able to support sponsorship for employment. Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States.

Open Until Filled

This posting will be posted for a minimum of 30 days from 10/23/2026 or until filled. Applications may be reviewed upon receipt. Recruitment will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received, or a hiring decision has been made.

Posting Close Date Note to Applicant

A background check will be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire. References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process. As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks. All document(s) must be received on or before the closing date of the job announcements. Schedules are subject to change based on organizational needs, HR will attempt to verify academic credentials upon receipt of hiring documents.

NSHE Employees & Retirement

NSHE Employees are required to participate in a mandatory retirement plan in lieu of Social Security. As a result, employment at NSHE may impact your Social Security benefits. Additional information is available at SSA 1945.

NSHE Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

NSHE is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of a person’s age (40 or older), disability, whether actual or perceived by others (including service‑connected disabilities), gender (including pregnancy related conditions), military status or military obligations, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race (including hair texture and protected hairstyles such as natural hairstyles, afros, bantu knots, curls, braids, locks and twists), color, or religion (protected classes).

About Great Basin College

Located in the high desert of rural Nevada, Great Basin College is a Carnegie classified baccalaureate and associates degree granting institution embracing a comprehensive hybrid mission to deliver a full four‑year liberal arts and sciences, community college and applied technical learning curricula. With its main campus in Elko, a beautiful site with residential housing and state‑of‑the‑art learning technologies, GBC serves the largest geographic area of Nevada’s colleges. Great Basin College serves the citizens residing in ten of Nevada’s most rural counties, covering 86,514 square miles and bordering five states. This service area includes centers in Battle Mountain, Ely, Pahrump and Winnemucca. Additionally, satellite locations can be found in twenty other frontier communities. Our vast geography is known for its spectacular mountain ranges and picturesque valleys, providing a myriad of outdoor recreational opportunities. In addition, Elko is home to several well‑known western museums and the world renown, National Cowboy Poetry Gathering, begun 35 years ago to honor and share the traditions of Western storytelling, nurturing the expressive culture of the American West. GBC provides a “private college” experience with public college affordable access to postsecondary education in an environment that embraces and respects all cultures. It stands among the most innovative colleges in America, integrating many disciplines into single courses and programs, helping students to develop critical thinking and self‑directed learning skills. Graduates of Great Basin College are fully prepared to enter their chosen careers with the knowledge and confidence to succeed in the global marketplace. For more information visit GBC or the Area website.

Human Resources Contacts and Discrimination Policy

Joshua Sant Executive Director of Human Resources 1500 College Parkway Elko, NV 89801 775-327-2069 [e-mail]

Title IX, Arysta Sweat Director of Accessibility Services/Title IX Coordinator 1500 College Parkway Elko, NV 89801 775-327-2336 [e-mail]

Great Basin College does not discriminate on the basis of sex in any education program or activity that it operates. Non‑discrimination on the basis of sex is mandated by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (20 U.S.C. §§ 1681 et seq.) and the corresponding