Director, Online MSW Program (non-tenure track [NTT], teaching or professional practice faculty member – assistant professor rank or higher)

Updated: May 21

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Rutgers University School of Social Work is currently seeking a non-tenure track (NTT), teaching or professional practice faculty member to serve as the Director of the Online MSW Program. This rigorous and well-established program offers a two-year full-time option, three-year part-time option, and blended option. Each involves 60 credits, while those admitted to Advanced Standing program complete 39 credits. Under the direction of the MSW Director, the Online MSW Program Director manages and c... more details

Director, Online MSW Program (non-tenure track [NTT], teaching or professional practice faculty member – assistant professor rank or higher)

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Recruitment/Posting Title	Director, Online MSW Program (non-tenure track [NTT], teaching or professional practice faculty member – assistant professor rank or higher)
Department	School of Social Work
Salary	Commensurate With Experience
Posting Summary	Rutgers University School of Social Work is currently seeking a non-tenure track (NTT), teaching or professional practice faculty member to serve as the Director of the Online MSW Program. This rigorous and well-established program offers a two-year full-time option, three-year part-time option, and blended option. Each involves 60 credits, while those admitted to Advanced Standing program complete 39 credits. Under the direction of the MSW Director, the Online MSW Program Director manages and coordinates the Online MSW program, which includes: · Fostering student success and well-being throughout all phases of the online program. · Building and maintaining community and belonging among online students. · Enhancing the School’s commitment to anti-racism, and inclusion, intersectionality, diversity, equity, and advancement (IIDEA) initiatives. · Interacting closely with members of the SSW community, especially the Admissions, Student Affairs, and Practicum Learning offices. · Remaining in close communication with the Assistant Dean for Lecturer Development and Associate Dean of Academic Affairs to promote a transformative learning experience. · Supporting and liaising with faculty and lecturers to advance online teaching, learning, and pedagogical approaches. · Coordinating the sequencing of online options to ensure students meet all requirements for timely graduation. · Monitoring registration processes and developing the schedule of online classes in close collaboration with the Associate Dean of Academic Affairs. · Collaborating with the faculty and School’s leadership team to support new program initiatives. This position is a calendar-year, New Brunswick-NJ-based position subject to contractual renewals. Successful candidates will also teach four courses per academic year (Fall, Spring, or Summer), contribute to curriculum development, and participate in school and university service. Some service initiatives require evening and weekend work to accommodate our student population. All Teaching and Professional Practice NTT faculty members are expected to engage in teaching, scholarly/professional dissemination, and service activities in accordance with their rank, and other duties as assigned. Salary and rank of appointment is commensurate with experience. We are dedicated to ensuring a diverse and inclusive faculty environment. Faculty who join us will have the opportunity to work with a student body that represents a wide range of backgrounds, cultures, and identities. Our faculty is an open and collegial group.
Position Status	Full Time
Posting Number	24FA0476
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Minimum Education and Experience	Minimum Requirements: Master’s Degree in Social Work with a minimum of four years post MSW experience; experience in student affairs/success; experience with program management; record of or potential for excellence in teaching; experience with diverse constituencies and engagement with a collegial and inclusive culture. Excellent time management, organizational, problem solving, and interpersonal skills are also required. Preferred Qualifications: Doctorate degree (DSW or PhD) in social work or related field; experience in DEI related efforts; and record of scholarly contributions. Also preferred are candidates with strong knowledge and understanding of instructional design and technologies used in online teaching environments.
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Overview	RUSSW, ranked #12 among MSW programs in the nation, is among the largest social work programs in the United States, offering BASW, MSW, DSW, and Ph.D. degrees to over 2,000 students across three campuses in Camden, Newark, and New Brunswick. RUSSW recently launched its 5-year Strategic Plan, Toward a More Just Future, with a focus on the following priority areas: Inclusion, Intersectionality, Diversity, Equity and Advancement (IIDEA); A Curriculum for the Future of Social Work; Supporting the 21st Century Student; Research for a Just Future; Innovative Community Engagement; Organization Foundations for Success. Our MSW program is delivered in several innovative ways, including traditional campus, intensive weekend, online and blended options. Certificates in Aging and Health, Addiction Counselor Training, Child and Adolescent Health and Well-Being (ChAP), Latina/o/x Initiatives for Service , Training, and Assessment (LISTA), and a Certificate on Interpersonal Violence and Trauma (C-IVT) expand our curricular reach. RUSSW has several strong research and service units, including the Center on Research on Ending Violence, the Center for Prevention Science, the Center for Gambling Studies, the Center for Leadership and Management, Hub for Aging Collaboration, and the Institute for Families, a multi-million-dollar partnership with NJ’s Departments of Human Services and Children and Families. Founded in 1766, Rutgers is the eighth-oldest institution of higher learning in the United States, and a major research university. Rutgers is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a federation of 62 leading research universities, and the Big Ten Academic Alliance, an academic consortium of Big 10 universities.
Statement	Applicants may apply online to the search committee at: https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/227248. Curriculum Vitae, cover letter, teaching portfolio (including recent course evaluations), and the names of three references are required.

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Quick Link to Posting	https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/227248
Campus	Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Home Location Campus	Rutgers University - New Brunswick
City	New Brunswick
State	NJ
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