Dean, Lyle S. Hallman Faculty of Social Work Wilfrid Laurier University

Canadian Association of Social Workers

southwestern ontario, on, Canada
Full-time
Posted June 14, 2026

Job Description

Dean, Lyle S. Hallman Faculty of Social Work Wilfrid Laurier University

Wilfrid Laurier University is seeking a collaborative decision‑maker and mentor to serve as its Dean of the Faculty of Social Work.

Responsibilities

The Dean will provide bold, inspiring, and collaborative leadership to the Faculty, including leading accreditation efforts, fostering community within Laurier, and advancing innovative approaches to social work practice, education, research, partnerships, and curriculum development. The Dean will ensure a vision for the future of the Faculty, support sustainable growth, develop new partnerships, recruit and mentor diverse full‑time, field, and contract teaching faculty, and oversee the faculty’s budget and fund development.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will hold a doctoral degree and at least one social work degree, a scholarly record consistent with an appointment at the rank of Associate Professor or Professo...