Instructor of Social Work

Job Title

Instructor of Social Work

Agency

West Texas A&M University

Department

Psychology, Sociology & Social Work

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Canyon, Texas

Job Type

Faculty

Job Description

NOTICE -All posted positions are subject to budget approval.

Job Summary:

The Department of Psychology, Sociology, and Social Work at West Texas A&M University (a member of the Texas A&M System) invites applications for a 9-month Instructor-level position in Social Work, preferably beginning in Fall 2026. The successful applicant for this position will serve as the Field Director for the Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) Program and will oversee field education, including student internships, placement coordination, community partnership development, and support of student success in practicum settings. Responsibilities also include undergraduate teaching, advising, and service responsibilities.  The successful applicant must have a Master of Social Work (MSW) from a CSWE-accredited program. A minimum of two years of post-MSW professional social work experience is required, along with the ability to teach effectively in both face-to-face and online formats. Current social work licensure in Texas is preferred. Current clinical licensure (LCSW) and experience in mental health, behavioral health, healthcare, or related clinical practice settings are strongly preferred. Experience with student supervision, field education, community partnership development, and internship coordination are also preferred.

Work Performed:

The successful candidate will serve as the Field Director for the Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) Program and will oversee field education, including student internships, placement coordination, community partnership development, and support of student success in practicum settings. Responsibilities also include undergraduate teaching, advising, and service responsibilities.

Necessary Qualifications:

• Master of Social Work (MSW) from a CSWE-accredited program
• Minimum two years of post-MSW professional social work experience
• Ability to teach effectively in both face-to-face and online formats

Preferred Qualifications:

• Current clinical licensure (LCSW)
• Current social work licensure in Texas
• Demonstrated clinical practice experience in mental health, behavioral health, healthcare, or related clinical practice settings
• Experience supervising, mentoring, or supporting social work students or early-career professionals in applied practice settings
• Experience developing and sustaining community partnerships and field placement opportunities

Applicant Instructions:  

We require the following: 

• Letter of interest or cover letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• Unofficial Transcripts (Official transcripts are expected to be submitted promptly by the successful candidate)
• Three professional references

Please attach all documents in the attachment box at the bottom of the “My Experience” page before continuing through the application.  Please use the “Upload” button to add each document individually. All revisions must be made prior to application submission.  If you need assistance with uploading documents, please contact WTAMU Human Resources at

hr@wtamu.edu

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Texas law requires that males age 18 through 25 be properly registered with the Selective Service System in order to be eligible for employment.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.

The A&M System strives to maintain a competitive, high-quality benefit package to support the health and wellness needs of our workforce. This includes comprehensive health and welfare insurance plans, additional health and lifestyle programs, and optional retirement savings opportunities. Eligible employees will have access to paid leave programs in addition to 13-15 paid holidays each year. For more information regarding the benefit package go to: West Texas A&M University: Human Resources Benefits

All applicants must attest they are not employed by and do not have any connection or continuous connections to any government entity or political apparatus of a country listed in 15 C.F.R. § 791.4.

Due to budgetary reasons, West Texas A&M University will not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term.

For additional questions or information regarding this position, please contact:

Search Committee Chair: Dr. Reed Welch

Department: Psychology, Sociology, and Social Work

Phone: 806-651-2433

Email:  rlwelch@wtamu.edu

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.