School of Social Work CFS-Professional Faculty

Job Title: School of Social Work CFS-Professional Faculty

Posting End Date: Sept 15, 2026

*NOTE: Last day to apply is Monday, September 14, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. (MST)

 Position Start Date: July 1, 2027

Required Degree: Masters. Licensure and prior teaching experience, including the ability to teach graduate-level clinical courses, are preferred. 2 years of Social Work. The required degree must be completed by the start date.

Experience: The School of Social Work, Brigham Young University, seeks applications to fill a full-­time tenure-track professional position. Qualifications include an MSW with 2-years post-MSW practice experience. Licensure and prior teaching experience, including the ability to teach graduate level clinical courses, is preferred.

United by our primary identity as children of God, BYU values equal opportunity. We also value the variety of individual characteristics, life experiences, circumstances, perspectives, talents, and gifts of each member of the BYU community, including the richness they bring in helping support an environment of covenant belonging centered in Jesus Christ. Candidates with experience in and commitment to mentoring students from a variety of backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Duties/Expectations: The teaching expectation for this position includes an estimated 4 courses fall, 4 courses winter and 2 courses either spring or summer term. Successful candidates will demonstrate potential for high-quality teaching and be committed to giving the university's students a sound academic experience.

Documents Required at Time of Application: Applicants must complete an online application and attach a current curriculum vitae, cover letter, and Mission Alignment Statement to the faculty application. In addition, please send three letters of recommendation directly to the department, email: charlene_clark@byu.edu. Review of applicants will begin Sept 15, 2026.

This position requires the successful candidate to relocate and/or reside in Utah for the duration of their employment.

MISSION ALIGNMENT STATEMENT INSTRUCTIONS

If you are a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints:

BYU is committed to hiring faculty members who enthusiastically embrace and energetically advance its unique mission. To this end, please include a one-page mission alignment statement as part of your application that addresses how you might, as a BYU faculty member: (1) live a life of loyalty to Jesus Christ and His restored Church and align yourself with doctrine and teachings declared by living prophets, seers, and revelators; (2) demonstrate intentionality in building faith in Jesus Christ and testimony of His restored gospel among students and others in the BYU community; and (3) teach your subject matter with the Spirit of God and strive to keep it “bathed in the light and color of the restored gospel” (Spencer W. Kimball).

If you are not a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints:

Applicants who are not members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints include a one-page mission alignment statement that describes understanding of and commitment to the Mission of Brigham Young University and the AIMS of a BYU Education.

EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

All new employees who are members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will be required to hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend.

All faculty are required to abide by the university’s Honor Code and Dress & Grooming Standards. Preference is given to qualified candidates who are members in good standing of the affiliated church, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Successful candidates are expected to support and contribute to the academic and religious missions of the university within the context of the principles and doctrine of the affiliated church.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

Brigham Young University is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.