Lecturer - Social Work - 3-Year Appointment

Location:

Multiple Locations Department:

33200 -

Languages and Literature Advertised Salary:

$48,663 to $54,286; Salary commensurate with qualifications pursuant to the FSU and

FNTFO/AFT

Agreement Benefits Please see the following link for a list of benefits offered with this position.

Adjunct Faculty Benefits FLSA:

Exempt Temporary/Continuing:

Temporary Part-Time/Full-Time:

Full-Time Union Group:

Ferris Nontenure-Track Faculty Organization (FNTFO) (AFT)

Term of Position:

9

Month At Will/Just Cause:

Just Cause Summary of Position The College of Arts, Sciences and Education at Ferris State University in Big Rapids, Michigan seeks applicants for a 9-month full-time, 3-year appointment, adjunct lecturer to teach undergraduate social work courses in the areas of social work practice, policy and research. Courses are to be taught in person on one of Ferris State University's Campuses or approved FSU sites. The candidate(s) selected for the position must reside in Michigan after acceptance of employment and will perform duties at a Ferris site. The start date for this position is August 2026.

Position Type:

Faculty - Temporary & Continuing Required Education Masters degree in social work (MSW) from a CSWE accredited institution. Required Work Experience Two years of post-MSW social work practice. Required Licenses and Certifications Applicants must have or be able to obtain a Michigan Social Work Licensure upon appointment. Physical Demands Office Environment Repetitive movement Standing Additional Education/Experiences to be Considered Prior experience as a school social worker. Essential Duties/Responsibilities

• Primarily teach undergraduate social work courses in areas of social work practice, policy, and research.
• Cultivate an environment of belonging that values, respects, supports, and celebrates individual similarities and differences, allowing students, faculty and staff to thrive authentically.
• Support, promote, and develop university student enrollment and retention initiatives.
• Any other duties assigned within the position classification area.
• Faculty members also have professional responsibilities, which may include but are not limited to keeping regular posted office hours (which are scheduled at times convenient for students) and participation in traditional functions which have academic significance (e.g. reporting initial student participation data and submitting final grades on time).
• Faculty may be required to teach off-campus or in an on-line environment.

Skills and Abilities Demonstrated successful experience working directly with people from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds. Required Documents Cover Letter Resume Unofficial Transcript 1 Teaching Philosophy Special Instructions to Applicants Unofficial Transcript 1 (REQUIRED): Applicants must attach a copy of unofficial transcript of MSW degree. Transcript must include institution name, applicant name, date degree attained, degree awarded. Finalist will be required to submit an official transcript.

License:

Please attach a copy of Michigan Social Work License if applicable.

Initial Application Review Date:

May 4, 2026 Open Until Position is Filled?: Yes EEO Statement Ferris State University, an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, is committed to enhancing equity, inclusion, and diversity within its community. Ferris offers employment opportunities to qualified candidates seeking careers in a student-focused environment that values opportunity, collaboration, diversity and educational excellence. Learn more about the Ferris Mission and community at ferris.edu . The University actively seeks applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and other underrepresented groups. For more information on the University's Policy on Non-Discrimination, visit: Ferris Non-Discrimination Statement . Click here to learn more about working at FSU and KCAD.