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Salary: $94,000.00 - $99,500.00 Annually
Location : Springfield, MA
Job Type: Fiscal Faculty - 12 months
Job Number: 00437
Department: Social Work
Opening Date: 08/25/2026
Description
The Springfield College Department of Social Work invites applications for a full-time, twelve-month, tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor of Social Work who will also serve as the MSW Program Director to start July 1, 2027, or January 1, 2027 for exceptional candidates.
The Department of Social Work at Springfield College fosters a collaborative and inclusive environment, preparing students to be leaders and advocates for social change. Located in Springfield, MA, we offer opportunities to engage with diverse communities and address pressing social issues through teaching, research, and service. Housed in the School of Health Sciences, the Department of Social Work offers BSW and MSW degrees, accredited by CSWE. Within the MSW program, students can complete a 100% online program, or an in-person weekday or evening program.
In addition to social work, the School of Health Sciences includes programs in physician assistant studies, physical therapy, communication sciences and disorders, public health, occupational therapy, and health science. The school is housed in Blake Hall and in the spectacular new Brown Cooper Health Sciences Center, with stellar facilities, including an interprofessional simulation suite featuring high-fidelity simulation and standardized participant programming; a maker space enabling a vast array of creative projects supporting health and wellness; an activities of daily living suite to promote real-life applications of rehabilitation practices; and technology-supported classrooms and conference rooms. Interdisciplinary collaboration, professionalism, engaged student learning, as well as global, intergenerational, and multicultural perspectives are priorities of the School.
Founded in 1885, Springfield College is a private, coeducational institution offering undergraduate and graduate programs that reflect its distinctive Humanics Philosophy - the education of the whole person in spirit, mind, and body for leadership in service to humanity. Springfield College offers over 50 undergraduate and 14 graduate areas of study. It is world renowned as the birthplace of basketball. Springfield College is consistently ranked in the top tier in its category - Master's-North Region - in the "America's Best Colleges" issue of "U.S. News & World Report. For more information, please visit the College's homepage at www.springfieldcollege.edu. Springfield College welcomes candidates from all backgrounds and lived experiences, who will contribute to the campus community.
Actual salaries will vary depending on multiple factors, including but not limited to degrees attained, experience, and other considerations permitted by law. Comprehensive compensation details, including any additional benefits, will be communicated upon finalization of the employment offer.
Responsibilities
- Serve as the MSW Program Director, providing leadership and oversight of the program, including curriculum development, CSWE accreditation, student recruitment, and faculty mentoring.
- Work closely with the Practicum Director and Practicum Support Specialist to ensure strong practicum education
- Teach graduate-level social work courses with a focus on policy, research, and related areas, both in-person and online.
- The college subscribes to the Boyer areas of scholarship. Candidates should have an active research agenda (or promise of) in any of the Boyer areas of scholarship that has potential for dissemination beyond the college.
- Mentor and advise MSW students, supporting their academic and professional development.
- Foster an inclusive learning environment that reflects the diverse backgrounds and experiences of our student population.
- Collaborate with department faculty and university administration to ensure the success of the MSW program.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
Applicants must have a Master of Social Work (MSW) degree from a CSWE-accredited program, and be licensed or eligible for licensure in social work.
Evidence of experience in academic leadership or program administration and curriculum development and CSWE accreditation processes is required.
Preferred Qualifications
Successful candidates will have a record of teaching excellence, including experience with online and hybrid learning modalities and an earned doctoral degree in social work or a closely related field by position start date. Evidence of experience in academic leadership or program administration and curriculum development and CSWE accreditation processes will strengthen the application. The ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, community partners, and other stakeholders with strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills to work effectively with students, faculty, practicum educators, and community partners should be evident in applicant materials. A track record of securing external funding for research or program development will further strengthen the application.
Applicants must submit a letter of intent, current curriculum vitae, and the names, addresses, phone numbers, and e-mail addresses of three professional references. Application reviews are ongoing and will continue until the position is filled.
At Springfield College we offer competitive and generous benefit options for employees and their families.

• Tuition benefits for employees and dependents
• Tuition exchange program for dependents
• Generous paid time off benefits
• Paid Sick Leave Benefits
• 403(b) retirement plan (TIAA) with a generous college match
• Medical, Dental and Vision plan(s)
• Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (health care expenses and dependent care)
• Life and accident insurance plans
• Long-term disability
• Optional voluntary benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness benefits and programs
• Free use of our state-of-the-art Wellness Center

Part-time employees earn pro-rated holiday, vacation and sick leave.
To learn more about our Benefit Package, visit our page.