School of Social Work
Prince George Campus Term Position (July 1, 2026 to June 30, 2027)
The University of Northern British Columbia (UNBC) invites applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE) Senior Instructor position in the School of Social Work at the Prince George campus. As an institution committed to the fostering of an inclusive and transformative learning environment, UNBC values high quality and growth in both teaching and scholarship.
The School of Social Work Social Work at UNBC includes BSW and MSW degrees (MSWF [Foundation], MSWA [Advanced], and Indigenous Child and Youth Mental Health [ICYMH] Graduate Certificate), all of which emphasize social justice as well as Indigenous and anti- oppressive approaches to working with communities, families, and individuals. Incorporating critical social thinking, the program emphasizes social work in northern and remote communities, practice with Indigenous peoples, women in human services, and community practice and research. All programs are fully accredited by the Canadian Association for Social Work Education.
The Senior Instructor position is weighted to teaching; the successful candidate will teach theory and practice courses in areas where they hold subject-matter and/or practical expertise. The position contributes to curriculum, course development, classroom evidence-informed teaching, and student assessment across the BSW and MSW programs. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to teach in multiple modalities, develop and maintain up-to-date teaching pedagogies, and engage in field education in partnership with the field education coordinator and director. The Senior Instructor is expected to engage in service to the University, community, and profession.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Completion of a Master of Social Work (MSW) from an accredited university is required (PhD degree in Social Work or a related discipline is preferred but not required).
- A minimum of two years of professional practice in social work or human services fields.
- Experience with rural, remote, and northern social work practice is preferred, alongside familiarity with groups/communities, communications, and direct social work practice.
- Evidence of teaching at the post-secondary level is preferred.
- A high level of communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills to work collaboratively with faculty, students, staff, and agencies. We are seeking a candidate who is committed to working in partnership with our students and enhancing the student experience.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Employment Equity
The University of Northern British Columbia is fully committed to creating and maintaining an equitable, diverse, and inclusive environment that is accessible to all. We are devoted to ensuring a welcoming, safe, and inclusive campus free from harassment, bullying, and discrimination. This commitment is woven into our motto and mission. In the Dakelh language, UNBC’s motto “En Cha Huná” translates to “he/she/they also live” and means respect for all living things. Through respect for all living things, we are able to grow and learn better together, each bringing our own unique individual differences and contributions to inspire leaders for tomorrow by influencing the world today.
Employment equity requires that we remove barriers and overcome both direct and indirect discrimination. In this way, the pool of excellent candidates increases substantially. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the B.C. Human Rights Code, including sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, or Indigenous person.
About the University and its Community
Since its founding in 1990, the University of Northern British Columbia (UNBC) has emerged as one of Canada’s best small research-intensive universities, with a passion for teaching, discovery, people, and the North. UNBC’s excellence is derived from community-inspired research, hands- on learning, and alumni who are leading change around the world.
Since time immemorial, Indigenous peoples have walked gently on the diverse traditional territories where the University of Northern British Columbia community is grateful to live, work, learn, and play. We are committed to building and nurturing relationships with Indigenous peoples, we acknowledge their traditional lands, and we thank them for their hospitality. UNBC’s largest campus in Prince George is located on the traditional unceded territory of the Lheidli T’enneh, in the spectacular landscape near the geographic centre of beautiful British Columbia.
UNBC’s three regional campuses are located in Quesnel, Fort St. John, and Terrace. The South- Central campus in Quesnel is situated on the traditional territory of the Lhtako Dené (Red Bluff Band), Nazko, Lhoosk’uz Dené Nation (Kluskus Band), and Esdilagh First Nations (formerly Alexandria Band). Lhtako, Nazko, and Lhoosk’uz are Dakelh First Nations, and Esdilagh is a member of the Tsilhqot’in Nation. The Peace River-Liard campus in Fort St. John is situated on the traditional territory of the Doig River, Blueberry River and Halfway River First Nations. They are the Dunne-Za people. The Northwest campus in Terrace is situated on traditional Ts’msyen (Tsimshian) territory of the Kitsumkalum and Kitselas First Nations. It includes a satellite campus in the coastal community of Prince Rupert.
UNBC consistently ranks in the top three in its category in the annual Maclean’s university rankings. UNBC also placed among the top five per cent of higher education institutions worldwide by the Times Higher Education World University Rankings.
With a diverse student population, the University is friendly, inclusive, and supportive. Prince George is a city of ~77,000 people with impressive cultural, educational, and recreational amenities. For more information about living and working in Prince George, please refer to http://www.unbc.ca/experience and https://moveupprincegeorge.ca. Make your mark with this leading post-secondary institution.
Salary
Please refer to the link below to the Collective Agreement (Article 48) for more compensation information: https://www.unbc.ca/sites/default/files/sections/human-resources/salary-grid-increases-july-1-2024-updated-cola
To Apply
Applicants should create an applicant profile and apply to this position by uploading and submitting the following documents
- cover letter indicating potential contributions to the School of Social Work;
- current curriculum vitae;
- a brief statement of teaching approaches;
- the names and addresses of three references (including telephone and email information); and
- the Statement of Eligibility to Work in Canada form, which can be found here: https://www.unbc.ca/sites/default/files/sections/human-resources/statementofemploymenteligibilityjan0520221
Voluntary Form:
- the Self-Identification from, which can be found here: https://www.unbc.ca/sites/default/files/sections/human-resources/unbcself-idreviseddec2022-fillable
Persons with disabilities, who anticipate needing accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, may contact UNBC Health & Wellbeing at [email protected]. Any personal information provided will be maintained in confidence.
Inquiries: Dr. Tammy Pearson, Chair - School of Social Work [email protected]
250-960-5110
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. We thank all applicants for their interest in UNBC. However, only those applicants selected for further consideration will be contacted.
Applications received on or before March 27, 2026 will receive full consideration; however, applications will be accepted until the positions are filled.
