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Job Description:

The University of Northern Iowa seeks applications for the position of Department Head of Social Work, starting in August 2025. Responsibilities include managing departmental budget, class schedules, and faculty evaluations; supervises departmental staff; provides leadership and vision; oversees general operations of the department; and serves as BSW Director. This position reports to the Dean of the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences. The Department of Social Work offers well-regarded on-campus BSW and Advanced MSW programs, as well as distance MSW programs. Our department boasts a dynamic faculty and numerous opportunities for innovation.

Master's degree in social work from a CSWE-accredited program and a doctorate in social work or a related field required. Record of teaching and scholarly achievements suitable for a tenured appointment at the rank of associate or full professor; academic administrative or supervisory experience; familiarity with student recruitment and retention; and knowledge of CSWE accreditation also required.

The University of Northern Iowa provides high-quality education, purposefully guiding students to find and develop their strengths and preparing them for success after college. Building on its historic excellence in teacher education, the university has developed outstanding programs in business, natural sciences, humanities and fine arts, and social and behavioral sciences, with advanced degrees available in many programs. The University's attractive size, approximately 9,200 students, allows UNI to offer faculty, facilities, and academic choices characteristic of a much larger university while retaining a friendly, small-college atmosphere on a park-like campus. UNI has been consistently recognized as one of the "Best Midwest Universities" by U.S. News & World Report. Located in Cedar Falls/Waterloo, the campus is comprised of more than 40 buildings on 940 acres. For more information, visit www.uni.edu or the Department of Social Work webpage.

For more information, please contact Dr. Adam Butler, Search Committee Chair, at 319-273-7717 or e-mail at adam.butler@uni.edu. Pre-employment background checks required.

Position Details:

Job Category: Academic Administrator

Service Schedule: Calendar Year

Application Instructions:

Curriculum Vita and cover letter outlining your approach to academic leadership required when applying.

Iowa enjoys a lower cost of living than many other states. See how the Waterloo-Cedar Falls area compares by utilizing the cost of living calculator. Our overall compensation package is enhanced by excellent benefits for eligible non-temporary positions. To learn more about the vibrant Cedar Valley community, visit https://livethevalley.com/.

If you would like general assistance with the application process or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact Human Resource Services at hrs-employment@uni.edu or call (319) 273-2422.

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UNI is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. The University encourages applications from persons of color, women, individuals living with disabilities, and protected veterans. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, political affiliation, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other basis protected by federal and/or state law.

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