Job Title

Associate Professor/Professor & Division Chair, Social Work

Agency

Texas A&M University - Texarkana

Department

College Of Arts, Sciences & Education

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Texarkana, Texas

Job Type

Faculty

Job Description

Texas A&M University - Texarkana has launched the Better East Texas initiative, an educational campaign to address the needs of this historically underserved region. To support this initiative, we are inviting applications for the Associate or Full Professor & D ivision Chair, Social Work position. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a new academic program intended to provide a positive impact on East Texas. With funding from the 86th Texas Legislature, Texas A&M University - Texarkana is hoping to attract a cadre of excellent faculty who will contribute to the best possible future for our service region.   

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES :

The Division Chair is the chief academic officer of his/her division. The Division Chair reports to the Dean of the College and is responsible for the administration of the Division. The Division Chair serves a key position in the leadership of Texas A&M University - Texarkana. Success in fulfilling assigned responsibilities requires an individual who understands the role of administration and accepts administrative authority and responsibility. A successful Division Chair must possess personal qualities such as openness, integrity, and objectivity. The Division Chair must be effective in planning, communicating, coordinating, problem solving, negotiating, setting goals, and representing the Division, College, and University.

The Division Chair serves a dual role as an administrator and faculty member of the Division. The administrative role is an at-will appointment subject to approval by the Dean and the Provost. A workload of administration, research/scholarship, and teaching, as appropriate to the scope of the Division includes a required 6-hour teaching assignment for the Fall and Spring semesters, and the possibility of a one class teaching assignment for Summer for additional compensation.

As an administrator, the Division Chair serves as the unit budget officer and is responsible for the planning, direction, and programmatic offerings in the Division. Other administrative duties include: hiring, supervising, and evaluating faculty (tenure-track, non-tenure-track, and adjunct), preparing the Division’s schedule of course offerings, maintaining records, appointing and coordinating committees, and addressing student needs.

As a faculty member, the Division Chair is expected to maintain teaching effectiveness and scholarly productivity. The Division Chair works with faculty to develop and promote the Division’s academic programs and implements the directives of the Dean, Provost, and President.

The Division Chair also performs these essential functions:

Division Leadership

• Directly supervises the faculty in the Division.

• Evaluates faculty and staff performance in consultation with the Dean.

• Supports and oversees the overall development of the Division faculty and staff.

• Recruits, appoints, and supervises division staff and student assistants.

• Reviews faculty and staff grievances within the division and makes decisions in consultation with the Dean.

• Promotes faculty development and recruitment for the Division. Evaluates faculty in accordance with evaluation guidelines and the guidelines for tenure and promotion. Makes recommendations to the dean for faculty appointments, promotions, and compensation.

• Initiates hiring of full-time faculty and hires adjunct faculty (includes working with HR, credentialling, etc.).

• Oversees the scheduling of courses and recommends implementation of additional courses and course cancellations as necessary.

• Addresses student concerns and is the point of contact for students.

• Oversees/manages student workers, GAs, and RAs.

• Manages budgets and requests and allocates funds appropriately to meet the needs of the Division.

• Oversees the Division's fiscal operations; develops and regularly monitors division budget.

• Oversees strategic (includes short- and long-term) planning, direction, and development of the academic division. Works with faculty and staff to establish and maintain a long-term vision for the Division that is consistent with the College, Academic Affairs Division, and University missions.

• Ensures Division compliance with College, University, System, and State rules and regulations.

• Advises the Dean and Provost on academic matters concerning the Division.

  Division Curriculum and Programs

• Ensures the quality and integrity of all academic programs within the division, including program and accreditation reviews, annual reports for new degree programs to supervisory boards, and curriculum development.

• Oversees curriculum development and revisions for the division.

• Initiates new academic programs and reviews and assesses academic programs offered by the Division.

• Conducts/ facilitates divisional assessment efforts, reviews student retention and graduation data, and works with faculty and other educational support units to work to improve retention/graduation rates.

  Divisional Operations

• Plans and initiates organizational, operational, and academic functions for the Division and oversees their execution.

• Enforces policies and rules of the division, Texas A&M University--Texarkana, and the Texas A&M University System.

• Works with, serves on, and/or chairs College and University committees and/or task forces, and works with Dean to staff standing and ad-hoc Division/College committees.

• Works with Marketing and Communications on program marketing and recruiting.

• Builds and facilitates community relationships (i.e., developing and maintaining internship sites).

• Represents the Division at formal functions and in public relations efforts such as speaking engagements and outreach activities in the community.

  KNOWLEDGE , SKILLS & ABILITIES :

  Minimum Qualifications

• Earned DSW or Ph.D. in social work, social welfare, or closely related field and a master’s degree in social work from CSWE accredited institutions.

• Earned MSW from CSWE accredited institution.

• At least two years of post-master’s social work practice experience

• T eaching experience in a social work program

• Evidence of scholarship and research agenda

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

• Knowledge of computer applications including word processing, spreadsheet, and database capabilities.

• Ability to work efficiently and effectively with all segments of the student population.

  Preferred Qualifications

• Candidates that are licensed, or license-eligible, as a social worker in Texas, Arkansas, and/or Louisiana. 

• Record of teaching excellence in social work or related field

• Demonstrated experience in program and curricular development

• Experience working with CSWE accreditation.

• Clinical experience working with children, trauma, or addictions.

  Other Requirements

• Ability to travel and work beyond normal office hours.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

  SUPERVISION OF PERSONNEL:

  T his position general ly does supervise employees.

OPEN UNTIL FILLED.

To apply: Upload your cover letter, resume/CV, three (3) professional references with contact information, and copies of your transcripts in the questionnaire section of your application.

Please remember once you submit your application you will not be able to “revise” or upload any documents. If you have any questions about uploading or a revision to your application, you may contact HR@tamut.edu.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.

As a member of The Texas A&M University System, Texas A&M University-Texarkana is a comprehensive regional university that provides students with academically challenging, engaging, and rewarding educational experiences through quality teaching, scholarship, student support services, co-curricular programming, research, and service.Through the personal attention of our faculty and staff, students are afforded the opportunity to acquire the knowledge, abilities, and skills to become leaders in their chosen professions and to prepare for the opportunities of serving in a global environment.A&M–Texarkana began in 1971 as part of East Texas State University and joined The Texas A&M University System in 1996. Our 375-acre campus, which opened in 2008, is near beautiful Bringle Lake in Texarkana, Texas, in a region known as the Ark-La-Tex.With a commitment to academic excellence, student success, and community leadership, A&M-Texarkana is comprised of three academic colleges: education and liberal arts; business; and science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). The university accommodates students by offering flexible class schedules, web-based courses, and online degree programs.A&M-Texarkana is a member of the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) Red River Athletic Conference, with men’s and women’s soccer, men’s and women’s tennis, baseball, and softball programs.

The Texas A&M University System is one of the largest systems of higher education in the nation, with a statewide network of eleven universities, seven state agencies and a comprehensive health science center. The A&M System is committed to providing an educational and work environment that is conducive to the personal and professional development of each individual employee. Equal opportunity and access will be provided throughout the A&M System to all students, employees, and prospective employees. Employment opportunities for all A&M System members and locations are updated daily and posted on this searchable website.

The Texas A&M System is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.

If you need assistance in applying for this job, please contact (903) 223-3113.