Assistant Professor Of Human Services

Assistant Professor of Human Services

Posting Numberreq27447 Employment TypeFaculty Faculty TypeTenure/Tenure-Track Hiring DepartmentGallup Branch Academic LocationGallup Branch CampusGallup Benefits EligibleThe University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs.

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This position is for the University of New Mexico-Gallup Branch located in Gallup, NM, approximately 138 miles west of Albuquerque, NM.

The University of New Mexico-Gallup invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Human Services to begin in August 2024. We are one of four branch community colleges of the University of New Mexico and serve approximately 2200 students.

Located in Gallup NM, approximately 138 miles west of Albuquerque, UNM-Gallup is situated in the Four Corners region and near the Navajo Nation, Zuni Pueblo and Hopi Reservation. The city of Gallup has a population of 22,000 and the surrounding areas provide an abundance of outdoor recreational activities, various museums and extraordinary cultural vibrancy, while maintaining a small-town feel.

UNM-Gallup serves a hugely diverse student population with 100+ full time and part-time faculty members. We are fully accredited by the Higher Learning Commission offering Associate degrees, selected Bachelor's degrees, Career Technical Education certificate programs, and adult basic education (ABE/GED), workforce training and personal enrichment courses. UNM-Gallup serves multiple high school populations including McKinley Academy, Middle College High School and the Center for Career and Technical Education.

It is an exciting time to join our faculty as we are expanding our programs, engaging with our community, establishing multiple endowments and grant opportunities while hiring a substantial cohort of new faculty. Assistant Professors at UNM-G have career advancement opportunities that are outlined in the UNM Faculty Handbook and faculty union collective bargaining agreement.

The successful candidate will be expected to teach 24 credits per academic year in the area of Human Services and maintain an active scholarship and service record (as defined by the UA-UNM CBA and divisional workload policies), participate in monthly division meetings and execute other relevant duties as agreed upon in conjunction with the division chair in an annual faculty-chair agreement. In addition, the selected candidate will be expected to demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through actively practicing inclusive behavior and proactively managing bias.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in Social Work, Human Services or related field.

Preferred Qualifications:

• One or more years in college or adult teaching experience at a branch/community college or similar institution.

• Clinical experiences in the area of expertise such as child welfare, mental health, public health, diabetes prevention or domestic violence, etc.

• Clinical experience in the area of substance abuse.

• Experience in the use of information technology for instructional purpose in hybrid and online classes.

• A demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, as it pertains to student success.

Application Instructions

Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.

To apply, please attach the following required materials to your online application via UNMJobs (unmjobs.unm.edu): • Letter of Interest • Current Curriculum Vitae • Graduate Transcripts • Teaching Philosophy • Diversity Statement • Three Professional References with name, title, email, and phone number Finalists selected for an on-campus interview will be expected to give a teaching demonstration (approximately 20 minutes) to the division faculty on a relevant subject of their choosing.

Applicants who are appointed to a UNM faculty position are required to provide an official certification of successful completion of all degree requirements prior to their initial employment with UNM.

For Best ConsiderationFor best consideration, please apply by 1/5/2024. This position will remain open until filled.

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.