Lecturer-Social Work - 3590
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This position is subject to the successful completion of an employment background check. An employment background check includes a criminal background check, employment verification, reference checks, license verification (if applicable) and credit history check (if applicable). In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. New employees are paid only by direct deposit to the financial institution of their choice. Candidates claiming Veterans Preference must attach a copy of their DD-214 as a part of the online application process.
UNC Pembroke is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibits discrimination against all individuals based on their age, race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and national origin. UNC Pembroke is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and seeks priority referrals of protected veterans for our openings.
Position Details
Position Information
| Division |
Academic Affairs |
| Department |
Social Work |
| Working Title |
Lecturer / Program Coordinator |
| Vacancy Type |
Non-Tenure Track Faculty |
| Min T/E Requirements |
Master's Degree in appropriate discipline area - prior experience teaching in higher education setting |
| FTE |
1 |
| Recruitment Range |
Commensurate with Education and Experience |
| Anticipated Hiring Range |
Commensurate with Education and Experience |
| Position # |
3590 |
| FLSA Status |
Exempt |
| Months per year |
12 |
| Is this a grant funded position? |
No |
| If yes, please indicate the end date of the grant.(if applicable) |
N/A |
| Primary Purpose of Organization Unit |
Social Work Preparation |
| Primary Purpose of Position |
The Department of Social Work is recruiting for one 12-month Lecturer / Program Coordinator position beginning in the 2026-2027 academic year. This position will support recruitment, retention, student success, and program operations across the Bachelor of Social Work (
BSW) and Master of Social Work (
MSW) programs, with a particular emphasis on online program modalities.
Working collaboratively with Program Directors (PDs), faculty, staff, and community partners, the Lecturer / Program Coordinator will implement evidence-informed strategies that promote student engagement, persistence, and professional development. This position plays a critical role in supporting the continued growth and implementation of online
BSW and
MSW programs through targeted recruitment, engagement, and student success strategies. This position will also play a key role in coordinating simulation-based learning experiences, developing student success content, and supporting outreach initiatives that strengthen connections among students, alumni, and community stakeholders.
All responsibilities associated with this position support the department's holistic goal of implementing best practices that enhance student engagement, retention, and success across both
BSW and
MSW programs.
Primary Responsibilities and Percent Effort
Teaching and Service: 50%
- Teach undergraduate and/or graduate social work courses in the BSW and/or MSW programs, including online, hybrid, and face-to-face formats as assigned.
- Consistent with Lecturer workload expectations, this position includes both teaching and service responsibilities as part of the instructional workload.
- The teaching workload for this position is equivalent to a 50% course load, defined as a 2/2/1 teaching assignment across fall, spring, and summer terms.
- Develop and deliver course content aligned with CSWE competencies, accreditation standards, and best practices in online instruction.
- Provide timely feedback, maintain regular communication with students, and support student academic success.
- Participate in curriculum development and instructional innovation, including integration of technology-enhanced learning tools and simulation-based instruction.
- Maintain course materials and contribute to ongoing course quality improvement efforts.
- Participate in departmental meetings and accreditation-related activities as appropriate.
- Serve on department, college, and university committees as appropriate, consistent with Lecturer service expectations.
- Provide service to the community as appropriate.
- Contribute to continuous program evaluation and quality improvement initiatives.
Program Coordination, Student Success, and Community Outreach: 50%
Student Success and Advising
- Collaborate with BSW and MSW Program Directors to support recruitment, onboarding, advising, and retention initiatives.
- Assist with student advising and monitoring academic progress in collaboration with faculty advisors.
- Implement student success strategies designed to support persistence, engagement, and degree completion, particularly for online learners.
- Develop and maintain student success resources, including orientation materials, guides, and academic support tools.
- Coordinate early-alert and intervention strategies to support students experiencing academic or engagement challenges.
Recruitment and Outreach
- Assist with recruitment and outreach activities for prospective students in BSW and MSW programs, with an emphasis on online program growth.
- Participate in recruitment events, virtual information sessions, and community outreach activities.
- Collaborate with faculty, staff, and community partners to develop outreach materials and strategies.
- Support communication efforts that enhance program visibility and enrollment.
Simulation Coordination
- Coordinate simulation-based learning experiences across BSW and MSW courses.
- Support scheduling, logistics, and implementation of simulation activities involving standardized actors and simulation technologies.
- Assist faculty with development of simulation scenarios and related instructional materials.
- Monitor and evaluate simulation effectiveness to support continuous improvement in experiential learning.
Professional Development and Engagement
- Plan and implement professional development opportunities for students and alumni, including workshops, webinars, and career readiness programming.
- Support student engagement initiatives that promote professional identity, leadership development, and workforce readiness.
- Collaborate with faculty and staff to create programming that enhances student belonging and professional development.
- Assist with alumni engagement activities, networking events, and mentorship initiatives.
Supervision and Program Operations
- Provide supervision, mentorship, and task coordination for departmental student workers or interns supporting program operations, student engagement initiatives, and simulation logistics.
- Maintain accurate records and documentation related to program coordination activities.
Perform other duties as assigned to support departmental operations, student success initiatives, and program needs.
Work Schedule and Modality
This is a 12-month, on-campus position that requires consistent on-campus presence to support student engagement, simulation coordination, advising activities, and departmental operations, with occasional evening or weekend responsibilities required to support recruitment events, student programming, professional development activities, and community outreach initiatives. |
| Job Description |
The Department of Social Work Lecturer / Program Coordinator position is a 12-month position that will support recruitment, retention, student success, and program operations across the Bachelor of Social Work (
BSW) and Master of Social Work (
MSW) programs, with a particular emphasis on online program modalities.
Working collaboratively with Program Directors (PDs), faculty, staff, and community partners, the Lecturer / Program Coordinator will implement evidence-informed strategies that promote student engagement, persistence, and professional development. This position plays a critical role in supporting the continued growth and implementation of online
BSW and
MSW programs through targeted recruitment, engagement, and student success strategies. This position will also play a key role in coordinating simulation-based learning experiences, developing student success content, and supporting outreach initiatives that strengthen connections among students, alumni, and community stakeholders.
All responsibilities associated with this position support the department's holistic goal of implementing best practices that enhance student engagement, retention, and success across both
BSW and
MSW programs.
Primary Responsibilities and Percent Effort
Teaching and Service: 50%
- Teach undergraduate and/or graduate social work courses in the BSW and/or MSW programs, including online, hybrid, and face-to-face formats as assigned.
- Consistent with Lecturer workload expectations, this position includes both teaching and service responsibilities as part of the instructional workload.
- The teaching workload for this position is equivalent to a 50% course load, defined as a 2/2/1 teaching assignment across fall, spring, and summer terms.
- Develop and deliver course content aligned with CSWE competencies, accreditation standards, and best practices in online instruction.
- Provide timely feedback, maintain regular communication with students, and support student academic success.
- Participate in curriculum development and instructional innovation, including integration of technology-enhanced learning tools and simulation-based instruction.
- Maintain course materials and contribute to ongoing course quality improvement efforts.
- Participate in departmental meetings and accreditation-related activities as appropriate.
- Serve on department, college, and university committees as appropriate, consistent with Lecturer service expectations.
- Provide service to the community as appropriate.
- Contribute to continuous program evaluation and quality improvement initiatives.
Program Coordination, Student Success, and Community Outreach: 50%
Student Success and Advising
- Collaborate with BSW and MSW Program Directors to support recruitment, onboarding, advising, and retention initiatives.
- Assist with student advising and monitoring academic progress in collaboration with faculty advisors.
- Implement student success strategies designed to support persistence, engagement, and degree completion, particularly for online learners.
- Develop and maintain student success resources, including orientation materials, guides, and academic support tools.
- Coordinate early-alert and intervention strategies to support students experiencing academic or engagement challenges.
Recruitment and Outreach
- Assist with recruitment and outreach activities for prospective students in BSW and MSW programs, with an emphasis on online program growth.
- Participate in recruitment events, virtual information sessions, and community outreach activities.
- Collaborate with faculty, staff, and community partners to develop outreach materials and strategies.
- Support communication efforts that enhance program visibility and enrollment.
Simulation Coordination
- Coordinate simulation-based learning experiences across BSW and MSW courses.
- Support scheduling, logistics, and implementation of simulation activities involving standardized actors and simulation technologies.
- Assist faculty with development of simulation scenarios and related instructional materials.
- Monitor and evaluate simulation effectiveness to support continuous improvement in experiential learning.
Professional Development and Engagement
- Plan and implement professional development opportunities for students and alumni, including workshops, webinars, and career readiness programming.
- Support student engagement initiatives that promote professional identity, leadership development, and workforce readiness.
- Collaborate with faculty and staff to create programming that enhances student belonging and professional development.
- Assist with alumni engagement activities, networking events, and mentorship initiatives.
Supervision and Program Operations
- Provide supervision, mentorship, and task coordination for departmental student workers or interns supporting program operations, student engagement initiatives, and simulation logistics.
- Maintain accurate records and documentation related to program coordination activities.
Perform other duties as assigned to support departmental operations, student success initiatives, and program needs.
Work Schedule and Modality
This is a 12-month, on-campus position that requires consistent on-campus presence to support student engagement, simulation coordination, advising activities, and departmental operations, with occasional evening or weekend responsibilities required to support recruitment events, student programming, professional development activities, and community outreach initiatives. |
| Management Preference |
- Five years of professional social work practice experience.
- Demonstrated supervisory experience, including the ability to mentor, train, and provide oversight to student workers or interns.
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW).
- Teaching experience in higher education, particularly in online formats.
- Experience coordinating simulations or experiential learning activities.
- Experience in student recruitment, retention, or advising initiatives.
- Demonstrated ability to develop educational materials or digital content.
- Experience working with diverse student populations.
- Knowledge of CSWE accreditation standards and social work education practicess
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| Lic or Certification required by statute or regulation |
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Posting Information
| Job Opening Date |
04/29/2026 |
| Job Closing Date |
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| Open Until Filled |
Yes |
| Posting Category |
Faculty |
| Posting Number |
EPA01114 |
| Quick Link to Posting |
https://jobs.uncp.edu/postings/13195 |
| Special Instructions to Applicants |
This position is subject to the successful completion of an employment background check. An employment background check includes a criminal background check, employment verification, reference checks, license verification (if applicable) and credit history check (if applicable). In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. New employees are paid only by direct deposit to the financial institution of their choice. Candidates claiming Veterans Preference must attach a copy of their DD-214 as a part of the online application process.
UNC Pembroke is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibits discrimination against all individuals based on their age, race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and national origin.
UNC Pembroke is a
VEVRAA Federal Contractor and seeks priority referrals of protected veterans for our openings. |
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University of North Carolina Pembroke
Apr 30, 2026