Job description
Rise to Greater by joining the Bearkat Community
Sam Houston State University continues to earn national recognition for excellence and opportunity, offering a place where people are encouraged to rise to greater and lead in service. SHSU is a community guided by the belief that “The measure of a Life is its Service”, and employees play a vital role in supporting the university’s mission every day.
Located in the heart of Huntsville, Texas, working at SHSU is more than just a job, it’s an opportunity to help shape the future of higher education. As a member of the Bearkat family, you’ll enjoy a supportive workplace culture, meaningful professional development opportunities, and competitive benefits within a purpose‑driven environment. The university prioritizes work‑life balance through flexible work options, well‑being programs, and strong employee support systems.
Join a community that values innovation, growth, and impact. Become part of a university consistently recognized for its dedication to academic excellence, student success, and community engagement. Apply today and take the next step in a meaningful, rewarding career journey at Sam Houston State University.
Position Title: Assistant Professor of Counselor Education
Requisition: 202500138F
Salary: Salary commensurate with education and experience
Duties
The Department of Counselor Education (DCE) seeks an outstanding counselor educator to join our team at Sam Houston State University (SHSU), a community-engaged campus. We offer CACREP accredited graduate programs in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, School Counseling, and Ph.D in Counselor Education. The department also has an Institute for Play Therapy, which houses our graduate certificate in Marriage, Couples, and Family counseling. The Counselor Education Center is in Huntsville, Texas on the SHSU campus, but has state-of-the-art counseling clinics both in Huntsville and The Woodlands Center (TWC) in north metro Houston.
Responsibilities
Teaching in person in Huntsville, TWC, and online Career and professional advising and mentorship Providing clinical supervision in the clinics as needed Engaging in scholarship through ongoing research and publication in counseling journals and presentations at counseling-related conferences Active involvement in department, college, and university events (e.g., meetings/graduation); and Service to the department and the counseling profession Serving as a course lead on 2-3 courses Requirements: Doctorate in Counselor Education, preferably from a CACREP accredited program Licensure & experience as a counselor in school or community settings Successful teaching experience Evidence supporting future success as a scholar Assurance that the candidate will seek LPC licensure in the state of Texas within 1 year of employment
Preferred Qualifications
License as a professional counselor at the independent practice level Teaching in traditional and online or hybrid settings Active involvement in committees or leadership in counseling-related organizations Clearly articulated research agenda Peer-reviewed publications, juried presentations, and/or grant writing success Interest and understanding or research mentorship Ability to teach assessment and research methods and graduate certificate courses in play therapy, trauma and grief, or marriage, couples, and family coursework
How to apply
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code §51.215
