Position:	Associate Professor, School of Social Work
Position Description: Environment:	The University of Montana, School of Social Work invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position to commence Fall 2007. Rank is open, depending on qualifications. The school is nationally recognized for its pioneering work in competency-based social work education at the bachelors’ level, and an innovative two-year MSW program that prepares students as practitioners, community leaders, and scholars able to address the complex demands of 21^st century social work. The program is committed to preparing students at both the bachelor’s and master’s levels who will promote social work’s historic commitment to social justice, appreciate diversity, use critical thinking skills, and embrace advances in knowledge that promote the well being of people and create a more humane society. The school is committed to maintaining collaborative partnerships with tribal, state, and community-based organizations and initiatives addressing social service and social change. The University of Montana is a unit of the Montana University System with a student enrollment of 13,900 and 600 full-time faculty members. It is located in Missoula, a culturally vibrant community of 63,000, surrounded by mountain grandeur. The University of Montana offers high quality undergraduate and graduate education in the arts and sciences, and the University’s nine professional schools prepare students for careers in social work, pharmacy, physical therapy, journalism, law, business, education, forestry and fine arts. The School of Social Work is part of the College of Health Professions and Biomedical Sciences.
Submission Deadline:	Screening of applications begins immediately, and the search will remain open until the position is filled.
Qualifications:	· The position requires a MSW and a doctorate in Social Work (ABD considered) or related area, two years post BSW or MSW level practice experience · Evidence of research and scholarly productivity; interest in meeting the needs of rural and developing communities · Ability to teach in two or more curricular areas at both BSW and MSW levels (direct practice, research, policy, HBSE, families and children, mental health, community and program development) · A commitment to quality teaching and promoting a collaborative teaching-learning environment. Desired qualifications include: · Practice experience across diverse client systems · Ability in multiple research approaches (quantitative, qualitative, participatory) · Experience in undergraduate or graduate teaching; practice, teaching, and/or research experience in the areas of mental health, agency program development and management, or community and social development · Demonstrated success in securing funds for research and/or project development · Exceptional interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
Application Process:	Applications should include a letter addressing the criteria, a vita and three letters of reference. References are asked to assess the applicant’s interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills. All materials should be mailed to: Dr. Ryan Tolleson Knee Search Committee Chair School of Social Work The University of Montana Missoula, MT 59812 For further information contact: Professor Tolleson Knee at ryan.tollesonknee@umontana.edu 406-243-4228 Visit our website at: http://www.health.umt.edu/sw
Background Investigation is Required Prior to Offer of Employment In accordance with University regulations, finalists for this position will be subject to criminal background investigation. ADA / EOE /AA / Veterans’ Preference As an Equal opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, we encourage applications from minorities, Vietnam era veterans, and women. This material is available in an alternative format upon request. Qualified candidates may request veterans’ preference in accordance with state law. This position announcement can be made available in alternative formats upon request.