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JOB TITLE:
MSW ProgramDirector- Division of Social Work
JOB PURPOSE:
The Division of Social Work at the University of Wyoming invites applications for a Master of Social Work (MSW) Program Director position at the rank of Associate Professor, with a preferred start date of August 2026. The MSW Program Director is a 9-month, full-time tenure-track position with an additional month dedicated to administration during the summer term. In addition to .50 FTE dedicated to administrative leadership of the MSW Program and instruction, the successful candidate will engage in teaching, research/scholarship, profession-related community engagement, and service to the Division, University, and profession.
This is an on-campus position based in Laramie, Wyoming. The MSW Program Director is expected to be regularly available on campus and to teach in person during scheduled intensive weekend sessions each semester, as well as during evening classes (delivered via Zoom). Candidates must be willing and able to teach on evenings, weekdays, and scheduled intensive weekends as assigned.
The Division of Social Work offers a Generalist BSW program and an Advanced Generalist MSW program enrolling approximately 50 undergraduate and 50 graduate students. The MSW program offers a hybrid format that combines online evening classes (via Zoom) with five intensive in-person weekend sessions per semester.The Division offers a full-time MSW program on the main campus in Laramie, Wyoming, and a part-time MSW program at the UW-Casper campus in central Wyoming. The Division is committed to scholarship, education, and practice grounded in the principles and values of human rights and human dignity.
We are looking for candidates with social work practice, teaching, research, and administrative experience who can advance our commitment to socially just practice and uphold our tradition of excellence in educating new social workers. Candidates should demonstrate a strong commitment to student-centered pedagogy, social justice, and engaged learning and have distance teaching and course development experience. Additionally, experience working in rural settings and evidence of strong interpersonal skills are highly valued.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to, MSW Program administration, including student recruitment, admission, and advisement; curriculum leadership; teaching a range of MSW classes across curricula; scholarship; and University and community service. Teaching responsibilities include evening and scheduled intensive weekend classes. The position requires travel within the state, primarily to the UW-Casper campus, and teaching using distance delivery systems.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Earned Ph.D. in social work or a closely related field.
• MSW from a CSWE-accredited program
• Five years of post-MSW practice experience
• Evidence of leadership experiences
• Strong record of research to warrant appointment at the associate rank
• Record of teaching in a social work program
• Valid driver's license with a motor vehicle record (MVR) compliant with the Driving for University Business SAP.
• Ability and willingness to teach during evening classes and scheduled intensive weekend sessions

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Record of teaching in an MSW Program
• Experience in a generalist/advanced generalist social work program
• Prior academic administrative experience at the university level
• Experience with online teaching and/or distance education programs
• Experience with and/or knowledge of CSWE accreditation standards and processes.

REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS:
Complete the online application. The department additionally requests candidates upload the following documents for a complete application:
(1) a cover letter addressing the job description, minimum and desired qualifications
(2) curriculum vitae
(3) unofficial transcripts
(4) names, affiliations, and contact information of three professional references. If a candidate is invited to interview in person, three professional letters of recommendation will be required prior to the interview.
This position will remain open until filled. Complete applications received by 4/2/26 will receive full consideration. Only completed applications will be reviewed. For questions, please contact the Search Committee Chair, Dr. Neely Mahapatra, at 307-766-6864 or nmahapat@uwyo.edu
WORK LOCATION:
On-campus: This position provides vital support to campus customers, and the successful candidate must be available to work on campus.
WORK AUTHORIZATION REQUIREMENTS:
The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the United States, as sponsorship for any work authorization or work visas is not available for this position.
HIRING STATEMENT/EEO:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please contact us at 307-766-2377 or email jobapps@uwyo.edu.
ABOUT LARAMIE:
The University of Wyoming is located in Laramie, a charming town of 30,000 residents nestled in the heart of the Rocky Mountain West. The state of Wyoming continues to invest in its only 4-year university, helping to make it a leader in academics, research, and outreach with state-of-the-art facilities and strong community ties. We invite you to learn more about Laramie by visiting the About Laramie website.
Located in a high mountain valley near the Colorado border, Laramie offers both outstanding recreational opportunities and close proximity to Colorado's Front Range and the metropolitan Denver area. Laramie's beautiful mountain landscape offers outdoor enjoyment in all seasons, with over 300 days of sunshine annually. For more information about the region, please visit http://visitlaramie.org/