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Title: Director of BSW Student Services
Division Name: Academic Affairs
Department: School of Social Work
Campus Location: Normal, IL

Job Summary

The Director of BSW Student Services position involves recruitment, processing admission, and all academic advisement of students for the undergraduate program in social work. This position requires teaching one course per semester.

Additional Information

The School of Social Work is seeking a highly organized and adaptable professional to join our team to support student success. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced academic environment, efficiently managing multiple tasks while adjusting to shifting priorities throughout the day. This position plays a key role in supporting student success—serving as a knowledgeable and approachable resource to help students understand degree requirements and stay on track for graduation. Strong collaboration, communication, and teamwork skills are essential, as the role works closely with faculty, staff, and students across the university.

Salary Rate / Pay Rate

$58,000-$62,000

Required Qualifications

1. Master's Degree in Social Work
2. Interest in and knowledge of Social Work
3. Computer skills involve working with PC software
4. Ability to communicate with faculty, staff, department heads, students, parents and alumni

Preferred Qualifications

1. Supervisory experience
2. Two years of experience post Master's degree

Work Hours

8:00 - 4:30 with occasional weekends, as needed.

Functional Expectations

Must be able to complete the following with or without a reasonable accommodation:
1. Remain at a workstation for extended periods
2. Move about in various locations on and off campus as needed to complete day-to-day work
3. Effectively communicate on a daily basis

Proposed Starting Date

August 1, 2025

Required Applicant Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter
3. Reference List

Please Note: These documents are required to be submitted online in order to complete the application process. Please have these documents ready prior to clicking on "Apply"

Special Instructions for Applicants

University Benefit Highlights:

- Insurance benefits, including health, dental, vision, and life
- Retirement and supplemental retirement planning options
- Tuition waiver benefits available to staff as well as their eligible dependents
- Paid holiday/administrative closures during Thanksgiving and Winter Breaks
- Paid benefit time

Additional University Benefit information, including information regarding eligibility to participate in the State Universities Retirement System and the State of Illinois Group Insurance program, can be reviewed here: https://hr.illinoisstate.edu/benefits/

Contact Information for Applicants

Gardenia Harris
gharris@ilstu.edu
309-438-8628
School of Social Work, Director

Important Information for Applicants

This position is subject to a criminal background investigation and if applicable, an employment history review, based on University Policy 3.1.30 and any offer of employment is contingent upon you passing a satisfactory criminal background investigation and/or an employment history review. You may not begin work until the criminal background investigation results have been received and cleared by Human Resources.

Illinois State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or other state or federal law you may request an accommodation by contacting the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access at (309) 438-3383. The Office of Equal Opportunity and Access will hold any confidential information you provide in confidence.

If you are having difficulty accessing the system, please call Human Resources at (309) 438-8311.