Assistant Professor, Counseling (Tenure-Track)

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Position Information

Posting Number F1500148 Job Title Assistant Professor, Counseling (Tenure-Track) Position Number TBD Salary Commensurate with experience FLSA Exempt Employment Status Full Time 9 Mos Regular Appointment Type Full-time Tenure Track General Description

The University of Montevallo invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Counseling position specializing in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. This faculty member will contribute to our CACREP-accredited program by teaching, supervising, conducting research, and engaging in service to the university and profession.

Essential Job Duties

• Teach graduate-level courses in core CACREP and Clinical Mental Health Counseling specialization areas. ·
• Provide academic advising to graduate students. ·
• Supervise graduate student field placements (practicum/internship). ·
• Maintain an independent research agenda and engage in scholarly activities (e.g., publish in peer-reviewed journals, deliver professional presentations). ·
• Engage in professional counseling organizations and demonstrate active professional identity (e.g., ACA, AMHCA, ALCA). ·
• Actively recruit graduate students and contribute to program growth. ·
• Serve on university, college, and department committees and contribute to the broader counseling community.

Additional Duties Education and Experience

• Doctorate in Counselor Education from a CACREP-accredited program (or related doctoral degree with one full-time faculty year before July 1, 2013). ·

• University-level teaching experience in counseling. ·

• Education and clinical experience in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. ·

• Active professional engagement, including at least two of the following:

• Professional development in Clinical Mental Health Counseling.

• Professional service/advocacy in Clinical Mental Health Counseling.

• Ongoing clinical practice.

• Research/scholarly activity in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. ·

• Professional counseling identity demonstrated through: o

• Membership in national and state counseling organizations (e.g., ACA, AMHCA, ALCA).

• Relevant professional credentials (e.g., LPC, NCC).

Preferred Education and Experience

• Established research agenda in counselor education.
• Experience in securing external funding for academic research.
• Demonstrated leadership in graduate counseling education.

Licenses, Certification or Registrations

• Candidates must hold or be eligible for counseling licensure as an LPC in Alabama within 18 months of hire.

Number of Vacancies 1 Desired Start Date 01/04/2027 Open Date 09/03/2026 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants

Review of applicants will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Additional Information

Required documents:

• Curriculum Vitae or Resume
• Letter of Application
• Other document: Proof of License
• Unofficial Transcripts

Additional Statement

The University of Montevallo does not discriminate against job applicants based on their national origin or citizenship or immigration status. Because of the costs associated with visa sponsorship/transfer, the University typically will not sponsor applicants for a work visa or transfer of an existing visa. No commitment for visa assistance and/or sponsorship can be made until a thorough search is conducted, including a proper and methodical review of all applicants.

EEO Statement

UM is an Equal Opportunity Institution.

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Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Curriculum Vitae or Resume
• Letter of Application
• Unofficial Transcripts
• Other Document

Optional Documents