Assistant/Associate Professor of Social Work and Master of Social Work Program Director

Springfield College

$94K — $99K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Earned doctoral degree in social work or a closely related field by start date.
  • Master of Social Work (MSW) degree from a CSWE-accredited program.
  • Licensed or eligible for licensure in social work.
  • Record of teaching excellence, including experience with online and hybrid learning.
  • Experience in academic leadership or program administration is preferred.
  • Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
  • Track record of securing external funding for research or program development is a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and oversee the MSW Program as the Program Director.
  • Collaborate with the Practicum Director to ensure effective practicum education.
  • Teach graduate-level social work courses both in-person and online.
  • Maintain an active research agenda with potential for wider dissemination.
  • Mentor and advise MSW students on academic and professional paths.
  • Foster an inclusive learning environment reflecting diverse backgrounds.
  • Work collaboratively with department faculty and university administration.

Benefits

  • Tuition benefits for employees and dependents.
  • Tuition exchange program for dependents.
  • Generous paid time off benefits.
  • Paid sick leave benefits.
  • 403(b) retirement plan with college match.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
  • Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA).
  • Flexible Spending Accounts for health care and dependent care.
  • Life and accident insurance plans.
  • Long-term disability coverage.
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
  • Wellness benefits and programs available.
  • Free access to the state-of-the-art Wellness Center.
Full Job Description
Salary: $94,000.00 - $99,500.00 Annually
Location : Springfield, MA
Job Type: Fiscal Faculty - 12 months
Job Number: 00406
Department: Social Work
Opening Date: 06/30/2026

Description
The Springfield College Department of Social Work invites applications for a full-time, twelve-month, tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor of Social Work who will also serve as the MSW Program Director to start in Fall 2026.

Actual salaries will vary depending on multiple factors, including but not limited to degrees attained, experience, and other considerations permitted by law. Comprehensive compensation details, including any additional benefits, will be communicated upon finalization of the employment offer.
Responsibilities
- Serve as the MSW Program Director, providing leadership and oversight of the program, including curriculum development, CSWE accreditation, student recruitment, and faculty mentoring.

- Work closely with the Practicum Director and Practicum Support Specialist to ensure strong practicum education

- Teach graduate-level social work courses with a focus on policy, research, and related areas, both in-person and online.

- The college subscribes to the Boyer areas of scholarship. Candidates should have an active research agenda (or promise of) in any of the Boyer areas of scholarship that has potential for dissemination beyond the college.

- Mentor and advise MSW students, supporting their academic and professional development.

- Foster an inclusive learning environment that reflects the diverse backgrounds and experiences of our student population.

- Collaborate with department faculty and university administration to ensure the success of the MSW program.

Qualifications
Required Qualifications
Applicants must have an earned doctoral degree in social work or a closely related field by position start date, a Master of Social Work (MSW) degree from a CSWE-accredited program, and be licensed or eligible for licensure in social work.
Preferred Qualifications

Successful candidates will have a record of teaching excellence, including experience with online and hybrid learning modalities. Evidence of experience in academic leadership or program administration and curriculum development and CSWE accreditation processes will strengthen the application. The ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, community partners, and other stakeholders with strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills to work effectively with students, faculty, practicum educators, and community partners should be evident in applicant materials. A track record of securing external funding for research or program development will further strengthen the application.

Applicants must submit a letter of intent, current curriculum vitae, and the names, addresses, phone numbers, and e-mail addresses of three professional references. Application reviews are ongoing and will continue until the position is filled.
At Springfield College we offer competitive and generous benefit options for employees and their families.
  • Tuition benefits for employees and dependents
  • Tuition exchange program for dependents
  • Generous paid time off benefits
  • Paid Sick Leave Benefits
  • 403(b) retirement plan (TIAA) with a generous college match
  • Medical, Dental and Vision plan(s)
  • Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (health care expenses and dependent care)
  • Life and accident insurance plans
  • Long-term disability
  • Optional voluntary benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Wellness benefits and programs
  • Free use of our state-of-the-art Wellness Center


Part-time employees earn pro-rated holiday, vacation and sick leave.

To learn more about our Benefit Package, visit our page.

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