Social Work Teaching Faculty

Social Work Teaching Faculty

Job Category

Academic Staff

Employment Type

Regular

Job Profile

Teaching Faculty I

Job Duties

DEPARTMENT

Accredited by the CSWE, the Social Work Department is housed in the Helen Bader School of Social Welfare in the College of Community Engagement and Professions. The Department confers BSW and MSW degrees, and with the Department of Criminal Justice and Criminology, jointly offers a PhD degree in Social Welfare. The doctoral program prepares students for leadership roles such as university faculty, program evaluators, and policy analysts. The MSW program, which offers both online and in-person curricular options, emphasizes generalist practice. In addition, students can complete accredited programming in substance abuse counseling and school social work along with interdisciplinary certificates in trauma-informed care, applied gerontology, and nonprofit management. MSW students can also earn coordinated degrees with various programs across campus.

Position Summary

The Department of Social Work seeks to fill one on-site instructional academic staff position. The person who fills this position will teach four courses per semester during the Fall and Spring academic semesters. The position is reserved for a professional social worker with expertise in substance use services. Once hired, the instructor will work with the Chair of the Department of Social Work along with the undergraduate and graduate Social Work Program Directors to determine which specific courses to teach per semester. The courses will reflect the instructor's expertise and will include face-to-face and online instructional formats.

The person in this position will work independently under the general supervision of the Chair of the Department of Social Work. The position will start fall semester of 2026.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Assesses learner performance and prepares reports recommending instructional improvements
• Supervises the day to day activities of work unit employees involved in instructional support as needed
• Develops teaching techniques that enhance course effectiveness in alignment with desired outcomes and established strategy
• Assists in defining the objectives of the program and plays a major role in carrying out program duties
• Assists in developing techniques and/or model programs for carrying out instructional goals in disciplinary area and may help identify ways in which new techniques could be of assistance
• Provides classroom, online and/or laboratory instruction, including grading
  
  

• Master of Social Work (MSW) degree from a CSWE-accredited University program
• Hold a credential that qualifies one for independent clinical work in substance use disorders: e.g. SAC, CSAC, ICS, or an equivalent
• Licensure as a Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
• Minimum four years in providing treatment to people with substance use disorders
  
  

• Experience teaching courses in higher education
• Experience teaching in the online format
• Experience developing professional training or university course content
  
  

Target Salary: Minimum hiring salary $60,000, actual salary to be determined based on qualifications related to the position.

Interested applicants are required to apply online and provide a cover letter & resume that address your professional level work experience as it relates to all required and preferred qualifications.

Note: Applicants must complete all required fields and attach all required documents prior to submitting the online application to ensure full consideration. Additional documents submitted aside from a cover letter & resume will not be considered.

In instances where the Search and Screen Committee is unable to ascertain from the candidates' application materials whether they meet any of the qualifications, they may be evaluated as not meeting such qualifications.

Finalist candidates(s) will be asked to provide three professional/supervisor references through an external reference checking tool. References will not be contacted prior to candidates being notified.

Apply electronically by the application deadline date of April 22, 2026. Questions about this position should be directed to Angelee Vang at vangap@uwm.edu.

Reasonable Accommodations

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Confidentiality of Applicant Materials

UWM is a State agency and subject to Wisconsin's Open Records Law. UWM will not, however, reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by Wisconsin's Open Records law. In certain circumstances, the identities of "final candidates" and/or the identity of the appointed applicant must be revealed upon request.

CBC and Reference Check Policy

Employment will require a criminal background check. UWM takes the prevention of sexual misconduct seriously. As such, you and your references will be required to answer questions regarding any past findings of sexual violence and sexual harassment or any pending allegations of sexual violence or sexual harassment.

Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act)

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Employment Authorization

In compliance with federal law, all persons at the time of their start date will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

To apply, visit https://wisconsin.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/UW_Milwaukee/job/Milwaukee-WI/Social-Work-Teaching-Faculty_JR10009583-1.

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