Assistant Professor of Social Work

Job Title: Assistant Professor of Social Work

Location: Dalton State College

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Full/Part Time: Full‑Time

Job : 290015

Dalton State College delivers a transformational education experience in a community serving more than 5,000 students through its two campuses and online programs. A member of the University System of Georgia, we provide access to high‑quality bachelor’s degrees, associate degrees, and career and teaching certificate programs that are responsive to regional and state needs.

Located about 90 minutes from Atlanta and 30 minutes from Chattanooga, Dalton State is nestled in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains in northwest Georgia and is surrounded by abundant outdoor recreation opportunities. We attract students from 35 countries and 26 states. Approximately half of our students are first‑generation college students. Dalton State is Georgia’s first federally‑designated Hispanic‑Serving Institution (HSI); through this designation, we administer a Title V and a Title III HSI STEM Grant program that benefit all students.

Our mission and values undergird our commitment to creating a sense of belonging for all students and to ensuring their success. Dalton State was ranked #1 in the nation for Student Experience in The Wall Street Journal/College Pulse 2024 Best Colleges in the U.S. rankings and the #2 most recommended institution in the country in 2025. In addition, we are proud to have been recognized in 2024 as one of 75 "Great Colleges to Work For" by Modern Think, along with an Honor Roll distinction.

Dalton State College School of Health Professions seeks a full‑time, tenure‑track Assistant Professor of Social Work beginning August 1, 2026. Faculty workload consists of teaching, student success, research/scholarship/creative activity, professional service, and professional growth. Other duties include advising and mentoring students, keeping office hours, developing curriculum, assessing student learning, providing service to the campus and community, and undertaking professional development. Teaching assignments may include day, evening, off‑campus, or online courses, and summer teaching may be available on a competitive basis.

Minimum requirements:

master’s degree in social work from a CSWE‑accredited program, at least five years’ practice experience, and active LMSW licensure. LCSW licensure or eligibility highly preferred;
PhD or DSW desired. Teaching experience in a higher education setting strongly desired. Bilingual Spanish/English preferred.

The Dalton State Social Work program is fully accredited by the Council on Social Work Education and expects a clinician able to teach across the BSW curriculum and specifically generalist micro‑practice courses. This position is on campus; it is not an online teaching role.

Review of applications will begin October 9, 2025 through January 1, 2026. The position will remain open until filled.

Minimum salary $59,000; salary commensurate with education level and experience.

• Letter of interest
• Current CV or resume
• Evidence of teaching/training effectiveness (e.g., copies of course evaluations and a statement of teaching/training philosophy – optional)
• At least three professional references that include full name, job title, organization, phone number and email address, and a brief, one‑sentence description of your relationship with the reference. References should be from current and/or past employers.
• Unofficial transcripts (graduate and undergraduate) from all colleges and universities attended. Official transcripts will be required upon employment.

• Healthcare options
• Retirement option:
  Teachers Retirement Systems (TRS) or Optional Retirement Plan (ORP)
• Tuition assistance
• $100 annually in well‑being rewards
• Paid sick leave
• Paid parental leave
• Winter break (December holidays)
• USG Benefits

• Teach undergraduate social work courses, primarily micro‑practice courses. The teaching load will consist of a minimum of 4/3 loads (9–16 credit hours per semester). Candidates must be willing to accommodate a variety of learning styles and strategies in…