Associate Professor/Professor and Master of Social Work (MSW) Program Director
Associate Professor/Professor and Master of Social Work (MSW) Program Director
northern illinois universityDekalb, IL
yesterday
Social Work Teachers, PostsecondarySocial and Community Service ManagersEducation Administrators, Postsecondary
Apply for this role →This role provides comprehensive academic and administrative leadership for the online Master of Social Work (MSW) program, overseeing everything from CSWE accreditation and curriculum design to budget management and staffing. You will drive program growth by managing marketing, recruitment, and field placements while ensuring instructional excellence through continuous evaluation and data analysis. A key focus involves building strategic partnerships with state boards and educational agencies to diversify the social work workforce and strengthen professional pathways. Additionally, you will remain active in the academic community through teaching, scholarship, and committee service aligned with the university’s mission.
Earned doctorate (PhD or EdD) in Social Work or a closely related field
Master of Social Work (MSW) from a CSWE-accredited program
Minimum of two years of post-MSW professional practice experience
Demonstrated experience with CSWE accreditation processes
Record of scholarly publication and research presentations at professional conferences, commensurate with rank
Experience in higher education administration and leadership
Proficiency in the use of instructional and educational technologies for course delivery
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Level
Manager
Location
Dekalb, IL
Occupation
Social Work Teachers, Postsecondary
Industry
Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools
Posted
yesterday