Location: Oneonta, NY Category: Faculty Posted On: Wed Feb 19 2025 Job Description: SUNY Oneonta is proud to be a member the SUNY PRODiG+ ("Promoting Recruitment, Opportunity, Diversity, Inclusion and Growth') Fellowship Program, affirming our dedication to enhancing diversity among faculty members within our dynamic campus community. PRODiG+ is an initiative of SUNY system aiming to (1) increase the number and share of excellent diverse faculty committed to advancing the ideals of diversity, equity, and inclusion; and (2) strengthen the pipeline for retention and support of those faculty. Through these efforts, we aim to enhance the richness of our academic environment and further contribute to the sustained merit of the SUNY system of institutions. Join us on this exciting venture, where excellence meets inclusivity. Additional information on the PRODiG+ Fellowship can be found at https://www.suny.edu/prodig-plus/ The Department of Human Ecology at the State University of New York at Oneonta invites applications for a tenure track position as an Assistant Professor of Social Work beginning Fall 2025. Expectations include, but are not limited to, teaching, research, student advisement, college service, and continuing professional development. The Human Development and Family Studies (HDFS) program, housed in the Department of Human Ecology, is in the process of creating an MSW program. The HDFS program uses life span and ecological perspectives to study human development, family dynamics, and relationships. Our applied program emphasizes building professional helping skills related to interviewing, assessing, case management, family life education, public policy, and intervention and prevention programming in human service agencies. We are also in the process of developing CASAC (Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor) microcredentials. We have recently developed community partnering with local human service agencies around Direct Support Professionals (DSP) microcredentials. The HDFS program enrolls approximately 100 students and employs five full-time faculty. Including HDFS, the Department of Human Ecology has a total of 372 students and 17 full-time faculty. Other majors in the department include Fashion and Textiles, Food Service and Restaurant Administration, and Nutrition and Dietetics. Human Development and Family Studies is an approved program for the Certified Family Life Educator credential through the National Council on Family Relations. To learn more about the University and the Department please visit https://suny.oneonta.edu/ and https://suny.oneonta.edu/human-ecology Duties include but are not limited to: + Teaching applied undergraduate HDFS courses and proposed graduate courses in Social Work + Advising and mentoring students enrolled in HDFS + Participating in the development and assessment of the HDFS program, including a proposed MSW + Engaging in scholarly, professional and college activities + Teaching other courses to meet department needs Salary: $60,000 - $65,000 commensurate with experience. SUNY Oneonta is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) qualifying employer. Information on SUNY's comprehensive benefits offerings can be found at https://www.suny.edu/benefits. Must be eligible to work in the United States without a visa sponsorship. Additional information on the PRODiG+ Fellowship Benefits can be found at https://www.suny.edu/prodig-plus/ Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications: + Must be eligible to work in the United States without a visa sponsorship. + Doctor of Social Work; PhD in Social Work; or MSW, 2 years of social work practice, and a PhD in a related field. + Demonstrated personal, academic, and/or work experience engaging with diversity, equity, and inclusion and/or a commitment to facilitating and enhancing diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts in the campus community. Such experience may include, but is not limited to, and academic/scholarly track record focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion; work, volunteer/unpaid/community service; or related experience/expertise in serving underserved or vulnerable areas and/ or populations in application materials. + Ability to teach a variety of applied courses in Human Development and Family Studies, and social work. Additional: + Demonstrated ability to teach undergraduate Human Development and Family Studies courses OR more than two years of college teaching. + Applied experience in human service agencies, clinical settings, or elder care. + Licensure eligible for clinical work + Evidence of scholarship + Strong written communication and presentation skills + Experience in teaching, mentoring, research, or service with diverse and/or multicultural populations. Preferred: + Current SUNY students, alumni, and/or Fellows. + From a low-income background (e.g., Pell-eligible as undergraduates), were first- generation college students (students whose parents have not earned a bachelor's degree), + have overcome adversity, are AmeriCorps alumni, or are veterans. Candidates must submit a response to the following essay prompt, in 750 words or less: Please describe how you've engaged, facilitated, and/or enhanced diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts in the campus community. Examples could include personal, academic, and/or work experience and may include, but is not limited to, an academic/scholarly track record focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion; work, volunteer/unpaid/ community service; or related experience/ expertise in serving underserved or vulnerable areas and/or populations. Additional Information: The PRODiG+ Fellowship is open to any and all prospective candidates regardless of race, color, national origin, or sex, and is consistent with all current governing federal and state nondiscrimination law. All application submissions will be assessed and evaluated in accordance with the required eligibility criteria. SUNY Oneonta enrolls about 5,500 students who pursue bachelor's or master's degrees or certificates in one of 70-plus academic programs. Known as an exemplary residential campus that values inclusion, service and sustainability, SUNY Oneonta is a nurturing community where students grow intellectually, thrive socially, and live purposefully. The university is located in the City of Oneonta, nestled in the northern foothills of the Catskill Mountains about a four-hour drive from New York City, Boston, and Philadelphia. With a population just shy of 14,000, Oneonta is one of the 20 Most Picturesque Small Towns in America, according to Microsoft News. The natural beauty of the region is breathtaking year-round. Each season offers outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, boating, swimming, and skiing. Employees give SUNY Oneonta high marks for work/life balance, management, and culture. The university's indeed.com rating is 4.4, with one recent review noting that the people are what make SUNY Oneonta so special. Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the NYS Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@oer.ny.gov. SUNY Oneonta values a diverse university community. Please visit our website on diversity at: https://suny.oneonta.edu/diversity. Moreover, the University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Women, persons of color, persons with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. "At SUNY Oneonta, we believe that diversity is an asset and a source of strength that energizes our collective growth and innovation." - President Alberto Cardelle.