Assistant/Associate Professor of Counseling

Design and deliver courses in a variety of instructional formats.

Engage in scholarly activity, creative achievement, and/or research.

Maintain continuous engagement with, and study of, the field.

Contribute to student growth and development through advising and assistance.

Engage in service to the university, community, and the field

Deliver a student-centered education and use approaches that support equitable opportunities for all students.

Support college and school initiatives.

BENEFITS :
SDState offers a wide range of excellent benefits including medical, dental, and flexible benefits, retirement plans, compensation packages, paid holidays, and vacation leave. We offer a generous retirement plan that includes 6% matching, 10 hours of annual leave each month, 9.34 hours of sick leave each month, and eleven paid holidays. Employees also have access to internal and state-sponsored training as well as reduced tuition for state-supported courses at all State of South Dakota academic institutions. Relocation benefits are available per university’s guidelines.

QUALIFICATIONS


MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

• Earned doctorate from a CACREP -accredited Counselor Education program by August 2027 or an equivalent doctorate plus one year full-time in a CACREP accredited counseling program prior to the 2012-2013 school year.
• Eligibility for licensure and/or certification in the state of South Dakota.
• Knowledge of the most recent CACREP standards and policy practices.
• Effective interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to teach in a variety of university settings (on-campus, online synchronous, and asynchronous).
• Potential for scholarly activity, publication, and success in obtaining external funding to support research activity.
• Clinical supervision skills at the graduate level.
• Actively identify with the counseling profession through sustained memberships in counseling organizations; the maintenance of certifications and/or licenses pertinent to the counseling specialty area(s); and, sustained professional development and renewal activities related to counseling, professional service and advocacy in counseling, and research and scholarly activity in counseling.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :

• Experience with online, hybrid, and low-residency course development and integration of innovative technology to enhance curriculum.
• Evidence of published scholarship and ongoing research engagement.
• Experience/expertise in a specific area of interest (i.e. clinical mental health, school counseling, student affairs, first generation college students, etc.).
• Experience working within rural and frontier communities.
• Commitment to principles of affirmative action, equal opportunity and working with a variety of audiences.

APPLICATION PROCESS :
This system will guide you through the electronic application form. This employment site will also require the attachment of a cover letter, which should specifically address how the candidate meets the qualifications as outlined in the advertisement, curriculum vitae, and a reference page with the contact information for three professional references. Email applications will not be accepted. Please contact SDState Human Resources at (605) 688-4128 if you require assistance with this process.

Any offer of employment is contingent on the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by law and/or university policies, including but not limited to, successful completion of a criminal background check.

SDState is a tobacco free environment. It is the policy of the University to maintain a drug-free environment and to thereby establish, promote, and maintain a safe and healthy working and learning environment for employees and students. This position is subject to South Dakota State University’s Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy 4:14.

Posting Date
10/09/2026

Closing Date
10/30/2026

Open Until Filled

First Consideration Date

Advertised Salary
The salary for this position is commensurate with qualifications, minimum of $70,000 at the Assistant Professor level.

Duration of the Term
9 months

If Other, describe duration

Appointment Percent
100%

Tenure Status
Tenure Track

Proposed Rank
Assistant Professor

Work Hours

Typical Hours Worked Per Week

Appointment Type
Regular

Scope of Search
External (includes Internal)

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Department Description and Cultural Expectations

SDState is the state’s largest, most comprehensive university with over $94 million annual research expenditures, more than 200 academic programs and an enrollment of approximately 12,000 students. The university is part of a dynamic community for families, students, young professionals, and retirees, which offers an abundance of attractions and activities.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

South Dakota State University promotes access to and opportunities for all to receive the benefit of and participate in education, research, and service and is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to this land-grant access mission. SDSU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to, and SDSU prohibits unlawful discrimination of all legally protected classes in the offering of all educational programs and employment. Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by emailing HR@sdstate.edu . Individuals with concerns regarding discrimination should contact: Equal Opportunity Officer/Title IX Coordinator, Human Resources, Morrill Hall 100, SDSU, Brookings, SD 57007. Phone: (605) 688-4128.

Contact Information

For questions on the position, contact search committee chair, Dr. Hande Briddick, hande.briddick@sdstate.edu , 605-688-4365.

Working Conditions

Cognitive Requirements

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Intense Customer Interaction, Multiple Priorities, Pace-average, Pace-fast, Reading, Verbal Communication, Written Communication

Protective Clothing/Equipment

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Physical Requirements

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Sensory Requirements

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Hearing, Speaking

Working Conditions & Exposures

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Working Environment

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Office Environment, Other Environment (Please explain below)

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Classroom

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Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents

1. Cover Letter
2. Curriculum Vitae
3. Reference List

Optional Documents