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Social Work, Assistant Professor (AA24211)
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Position Number: 5142940
Location: Mankato, MN
Position Type: Liberal Arts - Social Work

Social Work, Assistant Professor (AA24211)

Division: Academic Affairs
Department: Allied Health & Nursing, College of
Unit: Social Work209, IFO
Location: Mankato
FLSA: Exempt
Employment Condition: Probationary
Work Shift:
Work Schedule/Hours/Days:

Posting Details:
APPLICATION DEADLINE:Review of applications will begin on April 18, 2024 and continue until the position has been filled.
POSITION:Tenure-Track (Probationary*)

Salary Minimum:
Salary Maximum:
Salary Type: Depends on qualifications
Bargaining Unit/Plan: 209, IFO

Job Description:
The Minnesota State University, Mankato Department of Social Work is seeking a faculty member who will bring their expertise in clinical mental health practice and administration, clinical supervision, and anti-oppressive/diversity-affirming social work practice to our advanced generalist MSW Program and Center for Rural Behavioral Health Clinic. This position will have 0.5FTE in the MSW Program and 0.5 FTE in the Clinic providing supervision and oversight of MSW students. The position is principally assigned to the MSW Program. Our Advanced Generalist MSW Program is year-round, Friday/Saturday, with courses offered through blended delivery; 60 percent on-campus and 40 percent on-line.

A typical faculty workload responsibility may include up to twenty four (24) credits of instruction per academic year.

The successful candidate may need to teach in other areas as assigned and qualified.

May be expected to develop and deliver face-to-face, hybrid, and on-line instruction at the Mankato campus, online, and/or at the university's additional locations, as assigned.

The successful candidate will collaborate with colleagues in curriculum design, instruction and evaluation, conduct research productively and mentor students in research, help create innovative strategies for student recruitment, retention, and completion, and may be expected to develop external grant funding opportunities.

All faculty members are expected to engage in scholarly or creative activity or research, in continuing preparation and study, in contributing to student growth and development, and in providing service to the university and community (See Article 22 and Appendix G of the IFO Master Agreement).

This position will supervise/advise graduate students.

The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching graduate courses in generalist and advanced generalist social work practice commensurate with their areas of expertise.

.05 FTE working at the Clinic supervising and overseeing MSW practicum students. Responsibilities will include developing practicum learning opportunities at the generalist and specialist year MSW levels, with an emphasis on clinical mental health; contribute to the development, implementation, and evaluation of interdisciplinary education/training for students and staff; contribute to the development, implementation, and evaluation of programming policies and procedures that supports the mission of the Clinic; and provide clinical and non-clinical licensing supervision to licensed clinical trainees within the scope of licensure.

Required Qualifications:

Master of Social Work degree from an accredited social work program. (Conferred on an official transcript at the time of application.)

Licensed to practice social work in Minnesota or license eligible.

Minimum of three (3) years practicing as a licensed independent clinical social worker.

Minimum of one (1) year providing clinical supervision.

Minimum of one (1) year experience supervising students in field education at the graduate and/or undergraduate level.

Demonstrated teaching experience (includes professional development instruction and/or in-service training).

Demonstrated ability to serve a diverse population and apply an equity lens to this position including social justice and/or anti-racism.

Preferred Qualifications:

Demonstrated effective written, oral communication and/or presentation skills.

Doctorate in social work or related field. (Conferred on an official transcript at the time of application.)

Experience working in an integrated health setting.

Teaching and advising experience at the undergraduate or graduate level, preferably in social work and at the graduate level.

Demonstrated ability to initiate and sustain a scholarship agenda.

Experience in or knowledge of rural and small community social work practice.

Other Requirements:
Work safely at all times, which includes but is not limited to, participating and completing all required safety trainings, as well as performing all job tasks in accordance with Minnesota State University, Mankato policies and procedures utilizing appropriate tools, equipment and personal protective equipment.

Based on the essential functions of this positions, MMB Policy #1422, and University policies elating to flexible work, this position is eligible for the following work modes:

Exclusively On Campus: A position that requires the employee to perform all their work at their campus work location.

About:
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: DEPARTMENTAL SPECIFIC INFORMATION:The MSW Program at Minnesota State University, Mankato has been accredited since 2010, with reaffirmation in 2028. The BSSW Program has been accredited since 1974. Each year, the MSW Program Graduates 24 to 34 students and the BSSW Program graduated 65 to 70 majors. The Department of Social Work consists of 14 full-time faculty and staff, supported by an administrative assistant and 7 to 8 graduate assistants. The MSW Program has an advanced generalist specialization, with an emphasis on rural and small community practice. The MSW Program supports a Title IV-E Child Welfare Program and Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) Behavioral Health Initiative Workforce Training Grant funded through the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Additional information about the MSW Program can be found at https://ahn.mnsu.edu/academic-programs/social-work/master-of-social-work/ and the Department of Social Work at https://ahn.mnsu.edu/academic-programs/social-work/

University Demographics Minnesota State University, Mankato is a member of the Minnesota State system. Minnesota State has established a strategic vision, Equity 2030, which aims to close the educational equity gaps across race and ethnicity, socioeconomic status, ability, and geographic location by the end of the decade at every Minnesota State college and university and to provide an opportunity for all Minnesotans to create a better future for themselves, for their families, and for their communities. The focus of the work includes: Enhancing access and student success. Providing Minnesota with the talent it needs. Anchoring the communities and regions we serve.Equity 2030 seeks to bridge efforts occurring within divisions and institutions, creating an intentional statewide culture of equity-minded collaboration and resulting in equitable practice embedded throughout our institutions. The full Equity 2030 plan is linked here. https://www.minnstate.edu/Equity2030/index.html Minnesota State University, Mankato has identified five broad themes as our basis for discussion in developing our next comprehensive strategic plan. The themes are Serving Students and Managing Enrollment, Focusing our Resources, Offering an Exceptional Student Experience, Caring for Health and Well-Being, and Ensuring a Welcoming, Equitable, and Inclusive University. We seek to attract teacher-scholars who will be culturally and academically diverse faculty members, and staff with a demonstrated commitment to creating an inclusive learning and working environment. Minnesota State University, Mankato, is student-centered and focuses on applied research that expands knowledge; improves learning; and serves the region, state, and nation.Founded as a Normal School in 1868, Minnesota State University, Mankato is now the second largest university in Minnesota with a tradition of combining big-ideas with real-world thinking to find solutions for pressing problems in the state, region, and global society. Mankato, Minnesota, is a community of nearly 44,500 people, about 85 miles southwest of the twin cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul. The University acknowledges the land and the tribal nations upon this land whose work is being accomplished. We acknowledge that we are on Dakota land. We also take the opportunity to recognize that we live, work, and learn in the homeland of the Dakota people, whose language frames our name-Minnesota State University, Mankato.

Serving approximately 17,900 students annually, the University is an applied research institution, with more than 200 academic programs, from bachelors through doctoral degrees. The University is a diverse and global campus with 18% students of color and 1,175 + international students from 95 countries, cutting-edge information technology solutions and extensive partnerships. With 1,600 faculty and staff, including 700 teaching faculty. The University has additional locations and a growing number of on-line programs to accelerate educational access and opportunity. These locations include partnerships in northern Minnesotas the iron range region. Fast facts about the university can be found here: https://mankato.mnsu.edu/about-the-university/fast-facts/ APPLICATION PROCEDURES:To apply for this position, please continue the process via this website: https://minnesotastate.peopleadmin.com/ A complete online application will include the following attachments. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed by the search committee.

Cover Letter
Non-Photo Resume/Curriculum Vitae
Contact Information for three (3) references
Unofficial Transcript(s) of your highest completed degree
A brief (no more than one-page) diversity statement defining diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) and describing your views and actions toward advancing DEI including dimensions of social justice and racial equity related to race, gender, ability and culture. How would your views and prior actions regarding diversity, equity and inclusion align with Minnesota State University, Mankatos goals?
A one (1) page statement of your teaching philosophy
A one (1) page statement of your research/scholarly interests

CONTACT INFORMATION:
Dr. Nancy Fitzsimons, MSW Program Director / Dr. Tiffany Breckenridge
Social Work
358 Trafton Science Center North
Mankato, Minnesota 56001
Phone: 507-389-6504
TTY: 800-627-3529 or 711
Email:nancy.fitzsimons@mnsu.edu / tiffany.breckenridge.2@mnsu.edu
*Employment for this position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement for the Inter Faculty Organization which can be found at: https://admin.mnsu.edu/human-resources/our-benefits/bargaining-units-and-personnel-plans/.
NOTICE: In accordance with the Minnesota State Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, employees driving on college/university business who use a rental or state vehicle shall be required to conform to MN States vehicle use criteria and consent to a Motor Vehicle Records check.
The Minnesota State University, Mankato Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available for your review. This report is required by federal law and contains policy statements and crime statistics for the University. The policy statements address the schools policies, procedures and programs concerning safety and security. Three years worth of statistics are included for certain types of crimes that were reported to have occurred on-campus, or in other University affiliated locations. This report is available online at: http://www.mnsu.edu/safety/ You may also request a paper copy from University Security at 507-389-2111, or by emailing security@mnsu.edu

Benefits Info:
The following link provides a brief overview of benefits available to eligible employees of Minnesota State University.

Select the IFO Summary (Faculty) link from the list for specifics of that plan.

Benefits Overview

Posting Number: M420M
Re-posting: No
Number of Vacancies: 1
Desired Start Date: 08/19/2024
Position End Date (if temporary):
Open Date: 03/29/2024
Close Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
Special Instructions Summary:

To apply, visit https://minnesotastate.peopleadmin.com/postings/2691

Minnesota State University, Mankato has a long-standing commitment to diversity and is actively seeking to nurture and enrich its underrepresented communities. Women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. In accordance with USCIS regulations, successful applicants must be legally able to accept work in the United States. Requests for reasonable accommodation of a disability during the application and/or interview process should be made to the Office of Human Resources, 507-389-2015 (V), 800-627-3529 or 711 (MRS/TTY). This Vacancy Notice is available in alternative format upon request. Minnesota State University, Mankato is an affirmative action/equal opportunity University and is a member of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System.