What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lecturer II or III in Human Services position at University of New Mexico?
PLEASE NOTE: This position is for the UNM Gallup Branch, located
in Gallup, NM, approximately 138 miles west of Albuquerque, NM.
The University of New
Mexico-Gallup invites applications for the position of Lecturer II or III for
Human Services. 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. Lecturers 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 27 semester hours per academic year in the area of Human Services, maintain an active service record, 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.
Minimum Qualifications: .
- Master's Degree in Social Work from a CSWE accredited program OR Master's Degree in Mental Health Counseling OR related field with 18 graduate hours in human services/social work field by appointment/or application date.
Preferred Qualifications:
- PhD in Social Work from a CSWE accredited program OR Master's Degree in Mental Health Counseling OR related field with 18 graduate hours in human services/social work field by appointment/or application date.
- One or more years in college or adult teaching experience, preferably at a community college.
- Clinical experiences in the area of expertise such as child welfare, mental health, public health, substance abuse 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, and student success, as well as working with broadly diverse communities.
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): 1. A Cover Letter, 2. A current Curriculum Vitae, 3. Graduate Transcripts, 4. Teaching Philosophy, 5. Diversity Statement and 6. three (3) professional references: name, title, email, phone number. When submitting your application materials, please ensure all attachments are provided in PDF format for optimal viewing and processing. Finalists selected for an on-campus interview will be expected to give a teaching demonstration (approximately 20 -30 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.
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.
