Mountain West HERC

About the University

Established in 1965, Metropolitan State University (MSU Denver) was founded to serve students who were underrepresented in higher education whose life paths and experiences did not fit the traditional mold. Sixty years later, the University continues to serve over 16,000 of Colorados extraordinary and diverse students, providing them with the foundation on which to build their unique aspirations. As the third largest public institution of higher education in Colorado, MSU Denver is a model university for todays college students.

Proud of its federal designation as a Hispanic-Serving Institution that also offers graduate programs (gHSI) and the only Seal of Excelencia certified institution in Colorado, the University serves the most diverse undergraduate student population in the state, as well as the most first-generation students. Through affordable, flexible, and holistic education, MSU Denver helps students build essential skills grounded in a multicultural and global perspective that lead to undergraduate and graduate degrees, and career and life success.

About the Department

The Department of Human Services and Counseling, soon to be renamed Mental Health and Addiction Counseling, is dedicated to preparing compassionate, skilled professionals to support individuals facing mental health and substance use challenges. Our work continues to center on serving diverse communities with a strong emphasis on advocacy, equity, and evidence-based practice. What makes our department special is our unwavering commitment to real-world, hands-on training and our collaborative, student-centered environment. Its a meaningful place to work, where faculty and staff share a deep commitment to transforming lives and building stronger communities.

Position Summary

The Department of Human Services and Counseling at Metropolitan State University of Denver (MSU Denver) invites applications for part-time affiliate faculty teaching positions. The department offers two majors: Fire and Emergency Response Administration and Human Services; a concentration in Addiction Studies; and areas of focus in trauma and high risk youth.

For more information about the Department of Human Services and Counseling in our College of Health and Human Sciences, please visit: https://www.msudenver.edu/human-services-counseling.

Responsibilities

An affiliate faculty members duties may include but are not limited to: teaching assigned classes in person or online by delivering course content to students, preparing course materials and lesson plans, grading student work, providing students with robust feedback in a timely manner, addressing student questions consistent with university, college/school, and department policies, and providing online or in person academic support to students as needed and appropriate for the teaching assignment; providing instruction in assigned classes consistent with the content and learning objectives of the regular course syllabus and, if required, with department course coordination policies; and complying with university-wide student evaluation of instruction policies and peer observation policies. The ability to adapt and learn new modes of instruction is highly encouraged. Candidates need to be sensitive to the educational needs of a diverse student population.

Required Qualifications

Masters degree in Human Services, Counseling, Social Work, Sociology, Psychology, Education, Gerontology, Rehabilitation, Womens Studies, Communication, Nonprofit Studies, Behavior Science or related field; or tested experience (FERA)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the field

• Teaching experience or experience presenting or facilitating educational activities

• Experience working with diverse populations

• LAC and State approval required for certain addiction studies classes

Terms of Employment

Affiliate faculty are part-time, at-will employees hired to teach on a per credit hour basis for specific classes, usually on a semester-by-semester basis. Affiliate faculty are not eligible for benefit coverage under the Universitys benefit program. All such teaching assignments are dependent on budget and enrollment.

Salary for Announcement

The final salary is based on the number of credit hours assigned at a rate determined by university policy.

Rate of pay per credit hour assignment can be between $1264 - $1482.

For more information, please view ray rates under the College of Health and Human Sciences: Affiliate-Rates-AY-25-26

How to Apply

The Department of Human Services and Counseling offers a concentration in addiction studies and focus areas in trauma and high risk youth. The department reviews the pool several times a year and hires for specific classes on an as-needed basis. Candidates are interviewed based upon their expertise in the specific classes that need to be filled. Your cover letter should explain your experience, expertise, and which types of classes you believe you are qualified to teach.

Providing specific class titles is very helpful (see the online university catalog for a list of course descriptions). In addition, please address any teaching experience. If you do not have teaching experience, describe related experience and skills that will support effective teaching as well as your teaching philosophy.

Candidates must apply online through MSU Denvers career site, https://www.msudenver.edu/careers.Complete applications will include the following materials:

Required Documents

• Curriculum vitae

• Cover letter

• Copies of all unofficial transcripts

• A list of three professional references and their contact information

Applicants will notice on the application portal there is one location (the resume/cover letter submission field) to upload all required materials. Multiple documents can be submitted into this one field; alternatively, merge all documents into one PDF and upload. Once submitted, you will not be able to edit your application.

Official transcripts will be required of the candidate selected for hire.