Director, School of Social Work Memorial University St. John's, NL Memorial University is seeking a consultative, strategic leaderto serve as its next Director of the School of Social Work. The Organization We acknowledge that the lands on which MemorialUniversity's campuses are situated are in the traditional territories of diverse Indigenous groups, and we acknowledge with respect thediverse histories and cultures of the Beothuk, Mi'kmaq, Innu, and Inuit of this province. Memorial University is committed toemployment equity and diversity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates, including women; Indigenous peoples; people ofany gender identity or expression; racialized persons; and persons with disabilities. We acknowledge and value diverse career paths, ways ofknowing, and forms of communicating knowledge. Founded in 1925, Memorial University is Newfoundland and Labrador's only universityand one of Atlantic Canada's leading teaching and research institutions. Memorial serves more than 18,000 students and employs approximately3,850 faculty and staff from over 115 countries. With campuses and teaching locations throughout Newfoundland and Labrador and beyond,Memorial is recognized for its commitment to teaching, research, innovation, and public engagement. Led by a diverse team of staffand faculty, the faculty and staff of Memorial's School of Social Work is the province's only provider of professional social workeducation. Throughout its 60-year history of providing social work education, the School has prepared social work professionals to make animpact coast to coast to coast. The School offers undergraduate and graduate programs through a combination of on-campus and distancedelivery to approximately 400 students. Faculty and students engage in critical theories and socially engaged community-based practice,research, and scholarship, including community service learning, critical social policy, 2SLGBTQIA+ studies, critical gerontology, criticaldisability studies, mad studies, settlement and integration, anti-colonialism and decolonization, and anti-Black racism. In 2019, MemorialUniversity and Nunavut Arctic College entered into a historic 10-year partnership, increasing student accessibility to post-secondaryeducation opportunities in Nunavut through joint credentials. Two professional degree programs, B.Ed. and B.SW., are successfullyunderway. As society continues to respond to complex social, economic, and health challenges, the School plays a critical role inpreparing future social work professionals and scholars to support individuals, families, and communities throughout Newfoundland andLabrador and beyond. The Role The Director serves as a senior academic leader and is responsible for fostering excellence inteaching, research, service, and student success within the School of Social Work, while also serving as a consultative and strategic leaderfor colleagues at the School of Social Work. The Director also provides financial and operational leadership for the School and serves asits primary ambassador. Working collaboratively with faculty, staff, students, alumni, community organizations, government partners,professional bodies, and Indigenous communities, the Director will define and advance a clear strategic direction aligned with the School'spriorities and Memorial University's mission. The Director is responsible for managing the School's people and culture initiatives,fostering an equitable, inclusive, and collegial environment. The successful candidate will support the continued growth and impact of theSchool's research activities, champion high-quality educational programming, and strengthen the School's influence provincially, nationally,and internationally. The Director will foster collaborative relationships and partnerships that position the School to respond toemerging societal needs and opportunities while advancing its vision of connecting people, improving lives, and creating social change for ajust and inclusive province and world through transformative social work education, research, and community engagement. Key Areas ofOversight and Responsibility Administrative Leadership - Provides leadership in managing the School's operations, budget, andresources; supports faculty and staff development and mentorship; promotes healthy workplace practices; ensures accountability and effectivegovernance; and demonstrates sound judgement in the management of risk and organizational priorities. Collaborative and VisionaryLeadership - Develops and inspires a collegial vision for the School aligned with Memorial University's strategic priorities; workscollaboratively with faculty, staff, and students to advance School goals; promotes transparency and effective decision-making; fosters arespectful culture of collaboration, inclusion, integrity, and excellence; supports recruitment and retention efforts; and champions equity,diversity, inclusion, accessibility, anti-racism, and Indigenization. Relationship Building - Develops and maintains meaningfulrelationships with students, alumni, community organizations, governments, professional associations, Indigenous communities, and otherstakeholders; strengthens partnerships across Memorial University's faculties and campuses; and enhances the visibility and impact of theSchool locally, nationally, and internationally. Research and Scholarly Activity - Fosters research productivity, scholarship, andknowledge mobilization; supports interdisciplinary collaboration; advances opportunities for community-engaged research; encourages diverseperspectives and methodologies; and promotes socially responsive scholarship that addresses complex societal challenges. Teachingand Learning - Prioritizes student-centredness as a guiding principal; oversees undergraduate and graduate programming and promotesexcellence in teaching and learning; supports academic planning and innovative curriculum development; strengthens student learningexperiences and professional preparation; supports the delivery of programs through multiple modalities; and advances initiatives related tosocial justice, anti-racism, decolonization, and community engagement. The Ideal Candidate The ideal is an open andcollegial academic leader with an established record of scholarship, teaching, and service within the social work profession. You arerecognized for your collaborative, relational, and participatory leadership style and your ability to build meaningful relationships acrossdiverse communities and stakeholder groups. The ideal candidate understands the opportunities and challenges facing social work education,research, and practice, and are committed to preparing graduates who can contribute meaningfully to social change and community well-being.

You lead through consultation, engagement, and partnership while maintaining the ability to make thoughtful decisions and communicate themeffectively.

Qualifications and Experience:

While the Search Committee recognizes that no one candidate islikely to meet all qualifications in equal measure, those listed below are desirable and will be used to compare candidates. An earned PhD, terminal degree, or satisfactory combination of education and experience in Social Work or a closely related field ispreferred. The successful candidate must demonstrate the scholarly, professional, and administrative experience and expertise in social workeducation required under

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accreditation standards. A scholarly record consistent with appointment at the rank of tenuredProfessor or Associate Professor. An established record of teaching, research, and service within social work education. Ademonstrated record of successful academic leadership and administrative experience within a university or equivalentenvironment. Experience in financial and budget management and resource allocation. Experience leading strategic planningand organizational initiatives. A demonstrated understanding and commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, accessibility,anti-racism, and Indigenization. Strong understanding of contemporary issues facing social work education, research, andprofessional practice.

Skills and Attributes:

An ability to promote authentic, collaborative,and collegial leadership in the context of institutional transformation. The ability to develop productive partnerships withcommunity organizations, governments, Indigenous communities, and professional associations. Excellent communication,relationship-building, and active listening skills. The ability to inspire, promote growth, and engage faculty, staff, students,alumni, and community partners around a shared vision. The ability to navigate complexity while maintaining focus on strategicpriorities. The ability to lead with transparency, respect, trust, and inclusivity. Why Join MemorialUniversity? This is a unique opportunity to lead Newfoundland and Labrador's only School of Social Work at a pivotal time for theprofession and the communities it serves. As Director, you will work with an engaged and accomplished community of faculty, staff, students,alumni, and partners to advance excellence in teaching, research, scholarship, and community engagement while strengthening the School'simpact across the province and beyond. To Apply If you are interested in this opportunity, submit your full applicationpackage online by clicking: Director of Social Work | KBRS . For otherinquiries, contact Michelle Doyle at mdoyle@kbrs.ca for other inquires. Memorial Universityvalues people's different needs and will take all reasonable steps to ensure accommodation for applicants throughout the recruitment andhiring process. We will provide accessibility and support to applicants upon request. If you need accommodation in order to participate as acandidate in the recruitment process, please contact accommodate@kbrs.ca or communicate your needsto the recruitment professional named in the job description.