AssistantAssociate Professor of Social Work

George Fox University announces a 9-month tenure-track faculty position in the Master of Social Work (MSW) program. Their team is seeking a full-time faculty member who is enthusiastic about educating the next generation of social workers in the growing program. Candidates with expertise in areas in mental health substance abuse children youth & family will be given preference.

About the Job:

George Fox University and the Department of Social Work invite applications for the position of Assistant or Associate Professor for the Master of Social Work (MSW) program. The successful candidate will serve as an integral member of the Division of Health and Behavioral Science team and have the primary responsibility of teaching developing and maintaining curriculum in areas of expertise as determined by the Program Director. This is an exciting opportunity for a professional in the field of Social Work to be a part of a well-established hybrid program that produces qualified social workers in the State of Oregon and surrounding states.

Job Responsibilities Include but Are Not Limited To:

• Teaching 24 credits per academic year with assignments primarily in areas related to clinical practice or in courses determined by program needs.
• Designing updating and maintaining high-quality curriculum within areas of expertise.
• Serving as an academic advisor supporting the academic and professional development of MSW students.
• Contributing to committee service within the program department university and the profession.
• Demonstrating ongoing scholarly achievement and research expertise through publications/presentations/grants/ and/or service-related activities.
• Communicating effectively and courteously with others including employees students and the public in a spirit of teamwork respect and customer service.
• By actions words and lifestyle be a Christian role model to students whether through casual contact or in a formal supervisory role.
• Demonstrated experience working cross culturally with respect appreciation and humility.
• Other duties as assigned.

Were Looking for Candidates Who Have:

• Doctorate in Social Work (DSW or PhD) or a related field (ABD considered).
• Master of Social Work from a CSWE-accredited program.
• Minimum of two years of post-MSW clinical practice experience.
• A commitment to the Universitys Theology of Racial and Ethnic Diversity.
• A desire to work with a diverse community of students and employees who represent various cultures backgrounds abilities ethnicities political views and expressions of Christian faith.
• A personal commitment to Jesus Christ and express their Christian testimony in a addition employees agree to live in agreement with the Community Lifestyle Statement and affirm the theological commitments expressed in the Statement of Faith.

Preference Will be Given to Those Who Have the Following Attributes:

• Current OR state licensure as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker or eligibility for licensure in Oregon.
• Previous teaching experience in higher education.
• Demonstrated success in working with diverse populations.

Salary and Rank:

• Appointment at the Assistant Professor level is anticipated though candidates with significant teaching experience at previous institutions may be considered for appointment at the rank of Associate Professor. Salary and benefits are competitive with comparable institutions.

Job Information:

• Primary Work Location: Newberg & Portland Oregon
• Working Conditions: Those typical of teaching environments and social work clinical environments.
• Supervisor: MSW Program Director

Application Procedure:

• Kindly apply through the Careers at George Fox University webpage.
• When completing the online application please upload the following as Word or .pdf documents in the section marked Cover Letter Curriculum Vitae and Essay Requirement:
  • Letter of Interest
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Statement of teaching philosophy
  • Concise description of research plans
  • Integration of Faith and Learning Essay
    • George Fox University is committed to the idea that one of the primary responsibilities of Christian higher education is to help students develop a uniquely Christian worldview. As teachers and mentors it is important for George Fox University faculty members to integrate Christian faith and principles in all aspects of their lives. As an essential part of the application process the University will carefully consider your response to the following: In a one-page essay (about 300 words) describe your personal Christian faith as well as how your faith informs your teaching scholarship and service (including service and leadership in your church and/or in Christian ministries)
  • Other supporting materials may be requested at a later stage of the review process.

Contact Information:

• Have questions or need assistance with our application process Contact

George Fox University has been transforming students lives for over 125 years. We are a Christ-centered community that prepares students spiritually academically and professionally to think with clarity act with integrity and serve with passion. Our vision is to be the Christian university of choice known for empowering students to achieve exceptional life outcomes. We put students first with Christ at the center of our work embracing change in order to improve. We are looking for enthusiastic candidates to join us in creating transformational experiences for our students.

Being a part of our community means a commitment to faith and to a lifestyle that is consistent with the universitys mission as described in the Statement of Faith and Community Lifestyle Statement on our website.

As a Christ-centered community George Fox University is an institution that values diversity as an essential dimension of Gods design for human seeking to become a more inclusive community we especially encourage applications from women and candidates from racial and ethnic backgrounds that are underrepresented in our community.

What is most appealing about working at George Fox University

• Faith-friendly: Our culture is unique for higher education. At George Fox you can pursue academic excellence while integrating scriptures praying with staff members and students at work and helping to make an impact on the world in a way that promotes Christian values.
• Unapologetically Christian: As a university we have an enduring commitment to Christ his kingdom and the truth of Gods Word.
• Live out your calling: You are able to use your God-given talents and abilities while having a profound influence on students as they deepen their relationship with Jesus Christ.
• Equip students for kingdom work: You can be a part of helping students discover their callings at which they will be able to glorify the kingdom of God just as they have seen you do.

For your personal well-being we offer:

• A strong Christian vision and mission-led organization with opportunities for your growth and contributions.
• Wonderful Christian peers and a vibrant student population.
• A beautiful peaceful campus environment with areas to walk and coffee shops and restaurants close by.
• Free Fitness Center membership.
• Free parking.
• Rich employee benefit package.
• *Flexible work arrangements available.
  • *For employees approved to work remotely outside of Oregon and Washington employment will be facilitated through our employer of record partner whose benefits package and eligibility requirements differ from that of George Fox University.

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

The university is an equal-opportunity employer. Every employee has the right to work in surroundings free from all forms of unlawful discrimination. It is our policy to make decisions about applicants and employees without regard to sex age race color marital status national origin disability veteran status or any other status to the extent prohibited by applicable local state or federal law. This prohibition applies not only to the recruiting and hiring process but to all facets of the employment relationship including promotion pay training classification performance reviews discipline and termination.

George Fox is owned by the Northwest Yearly Meeting of Friends Church and its mission is distinctly Christian. Employees are required to agree with and abide by the universitys faith statement and its statement of community responsibilities. Within the context of this agreement and commitment employment opportunities are otherwise available to all persons on the basis of their experience and skills.

In the recruiting process the university may make special effort to solicit applicants from underrepresented groups. This is done as an affirmative step to increase the representation of these populations in the universitys workforce to better match their availability in the labor market. Hiring decisions are based on the applicants qualifications as they relate to the needs of the position.

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