Graduate Social Work Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

Location : 1717 S Chestnut Ave, Fresno, CA
Job Type: Adjunct Faculty
Job Number: 2024-00367
Department: School of Grad & Prof Studies
Opening Date: 09/22/2025
Position Summary
Department: School of Graduate and Professional Studies
Reports To: Department Chair
Status/Time Commitment: Ongoing (as needed)
Fresno Pacific University, a faith-based Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) situated in California's vibrant San Joaquin Valley, is dedicated to fostering academic excellence and meaningful engagement with the community. The Social Work Department plays a pivotal role in the region, preparing students to address complex social issues with a strong foundation in generalist and advanced generalist social work practice. Through a values-driven, student-centered approach, the department equips graduates to serve with compassion, competence, and cultural humility, making a lasting impact in the Central Valley and beyond. Students benefit from hands-on learning opportunities, mentorship from experienced faculty, and a commitment to social justice and faith-integrated education.
Adjunct Faculty Opportunities in Social Work Education:
Join a dynamic and supportive team in the Social Work Department, where your expertise will shape the next generation of social workers committed to making a difference. We are seeking adjunct faculty to teach a diverse range of courses across generalist and advanced generalist social work education. Our programs are designed to meet the needs of today's students, with the Master of Social Work (MSW) program offering hybrid, blended eight-week evening courses, and our Degree Completion/Adult Learners (DC) and Traditional Undergraduate (TUG) programs offering both evening and daytime classes.
As an adjunct faculty member, you will inspire and mentor students, teaching practice-based and content-focused courses that align with your expertise. Participation in departmental faculty meetings and professional development sessions is a required aspect of this role, ensuring compliance with accreditation standards and supporting program excellence. You'll also be part of a collaborative academic community dedicated to fostering student success and upholding the values of the program.
New adjunct faculty typically begin by teaching in the Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) program, with opportunities to transition into the MSW program based on departmental needs. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute your skills to a faith-centered, student-focused environment that values academic excellence and community impact.
Essential Functions
Role:

• Teach courses as described and assigned in the undergraduate Bachelor of Social Welfare, Bachelor of Social Work, and Master of Social Work program
• Discuss class progress with the program director, including teaching performance through observation
• Collaborate with other faculty as needed
• Potential to supervise undergraduate and graduate students' field internships as assigned by program directors and/or field director(s)
• Academic and professional mentoring in the classroom; maintain office hours for student support
• Attendance at graduation ceremonies, university convocations and events, and other departmental events are encouraged
• Demonstrate a commitment to serving and inspiring students in an academic context that integrates your Christian faith and learning.
• Embrace the , and values of Fresno Pacific University, affirm the , and support the ideals and practices articulated in ""
• Other job duties as assigned

Qualifications
Required:

• M.S.W. or Ph.D. in a related field of study; M.A. in a related field of study may be considered based on departmental needs
• Experience in working with client groups in the community at all system levels of social work practice (micro, mezzo, & macro)
• At minimum two years of post-graduate practice in the field or documented expertise in an area of study; based on departmental needs
• Ability to work with students, staff, and faculty in a collegial environment
• Commitment to the Christian faith and the University's mission of Christ-centered teaching and learning and involvement in a local church.

Preferred:

• Ph.D. in related discipline

Environmental Conditions:

• Indoors in a normal office environment with little exposure to excessive noise, dust, fumes, vibrations, and temperature changes at least eighty percent (80%) of the time.
• Frequent computer use at a workstation, up to three to four hours per day.
• Frequently work at a fast pace with unscheduled interruptions.
• Drive personal vehicles to field sites for appointments if assigned by the department.
• Public contact position requiring professional apparel, personal hygiene, and grooming.

Physical Demands:

• This position typically functions indoors in an office environment with light to moderate noise associated with business office equipment. The position may involve travel for meetings and events.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to: remain in a stationary position 80 % of the time, be able to move about inside the office to access file cabinets/office machinery etc., operate a computer and keyboard and other office productivity machinery such as calculators/copy machines/printers. The employee is occasionally required to position self to reach items on the floor and in high cabinetry.
• The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Employee must be able to communicate with others to exchange information including both over the telephone and in-person communication with callers and community members and be able to read a computer screen and paper documents.
• Reasonable accommodation for those with disabilities will be provided in accordance with the law.

University Information
Required Documents:

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• Official Transcripts (showing highest degree earned)
• 2 Professional References
• Faith Reference Letter - This should be written by a clergy or church leader who has extensive knowledge of your Christian life and relationship with Jesus Christ. This knowledge should be expressed in the letter.

Compensation is based on highest completed degree level:
Non-Terminal degree: Anticipated pay per unit $811.51, $23.97 per hour
Terminal degree: Anticipated pay per unit $977.98, $28.82 per hour
UNIVERSITY DESCRIPTION
Fresno Pacific University is the only accredited Christian university founded in the Central Valley. FPU connects every student's untapped potential with unlimited opportunity for professional, personal and ethical growth. FPU offers undergraduate, graduate and seminary programs that stress solid academic preparation and a strong ethical foundation to more than 3,500 traditional and adult students on the main campus in southeast Fresno and regional campuses in North Fresno, Visalia, Bakersfield and Merced as well as online. The university also reaches about 8,000 students through professional development studies. FPU has the highest four-year graduation rate of any Central Valley college or university, and is a Hispanic Serving Institution, with a Hispanic student population of 47 percent. FPU is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges and ranked in the top tier among western universities-master's category by U.S. News & World Report. Both U.S. News and Washington Monthly include FPU on their "Best Value" and "Best Bang for the Buck" lists, U.S. News places it at number 13 in its category for student social mobility and Money has ranked it at number 11 among 50 Best Colleges for Transfer Students. FPU is affiliated with the Mennonite Brethren Church, and all employees express a personal Christian commitment and support the Christian mission of the university. A description of the unique quality of FPU as an academic community can be found in the Fresno Pacific Idea at
Reserving its rights as a religious institution, Fresno Pacific University is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, age or disability, or other classes protected by applicable law. Committed to excellence and actively supportive of cultural diversity, FPU invites individuals who contribute to such diversity to apply. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you should contact FPU's Human Resources Department at hr@fresno.edu. As a religious institution, the University will administer the equal opportunity employment policy consistent with the Fresno Pacific University statement of faith, the FPU Idea and the University's governance by the Pacific District Conference of Mennonite Brethren Churches.
*This information, including salary, is accurate as of January 13, 2025.
Fresno Pacific University offers a wide range of affordable benefits that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage. As well as, a 403(b) retirement plan, life insurance, and a number of unique unviersity benefits. Please visit and you may review our current Holiday Calendar.
For any benefits questions, please email us at hr@fresno.edu.