Assistant/Associate Professor of Mental Health and Substance Use Counseling (Tenure Track)

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Job ID: 2959939

Location: Minot

Full/Part Time: Full-Time

Position Information

Position: Assistant/Associate Professor of Mental Health and Substance Use Counseling

Type: Tenure Track Position, Full-time, benefitted

Position Number:00106746

Deadline: Review of applications will begin November 1, 2026 and will continue until the position is filled.

Position Summary:
The Department of Behavioral Sciences and Criminal Justice at Minot State University invites applications for a tenure-track in-person position in the Mental Health and Substance Use Counseling program.

This is a 9-month appointment beginning either Spring 2027 or Fall 2027. Core duties include teaching both traditional face-to-face and online synchronous graduate core courses in the Mental Health and Substance Use Counseling master’s program. Additional teaching duties may include undergraduate level courses. Other responsibilities of core faculty within the department include academic advising, scholarly productivity, service, collaboration, accreditation-related activities, promotion of the program and the university, and other duties as assigned by the program coordinator and department chair.

The department values collegiality, student engagement, and inclusive excellence in teaching and mentorship. Candidates with demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and preparing counselors to serve diverse communities are especially encouraged to apply.

Minimum Qualifications:

The highly qualified applicant will hold a Ph. D. or Ed. D. in Counselor Education and be a licensed clinical mental health counselor. Successful applicants will be expected to obtain licensure as a mental health counselor in the state of ND within the first 6 months of employment OR licensure as an addiction counselor at the master’s level.

Applicants with a master’s degree in mental health counseling with a minimum of 5 years of experience as a licensed counselor OR a master’s degree in substance use counseling with a minimum of 5 years of experience as an addiction counselor will be considered for this position.

Doctoral candidates in Counselor Education (ABD) applicants are encouraged to apply.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • A clearly defined counselor educator identity that aligns with mental health and/or addiction counseling.
  • Interest in internship and practicum coordination.
  • We seek candidates with a strong commitment to social justice, multiculturalism and inclusion, and advocacy for marginalized populations, aligning with the ACA multicultural and social justice counseling competencies.
  • Demonstrated engagement within counselor education and counseling professional organizations.
  • Demonstrated research engagement through publications, presentations, grants and contracts, and/or doctoral research mentorship.

How to apply

Applicants should include cover letter, list of names and contact information for three references familiar with your teaching, research, and/or professional experience, Statement of Teaching Philosophy, and Statement of Research Interests.

Candidates interested are encouraged to apply for this position or contact the person below for more information. To apply for this position go to the HR jobs site.

If you have questions about the position, programs, or Minot State University, please contact:
Krystal St. Peter, Ph. D.
Chair, Department of Behavioral Sciences and Criminal Justice
[email protected]

Additional InformationIn compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. This position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment.

Equal Opportunity and Non-Discrimination Statement:

Minot State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, pregnancy, or other characteristic protected by law. Women, minorities, veterans, individual with disabilities, and members of other underrepresented groups are especially encouraged to apply. Applicants are invited to provide information regarding their gender, race and/or ethnicity, veteran status, and disability status as part of the application process. This information will remain confidential and separate from your application.

All information provided for this position will be available to Human Resources, and EO/Title IX for non-hiring purposes.

Confidentiality of Application Materials:

Pursuant to the NDCC 44-04-18.27, The applications and any records related to the applications which contain information that could reasonably be used to identify an applicant are exempt. Once the finalists are designated, the applications and related records of the finalists are open to the public. The public entity or other person reviewing applications on behalf of the public entity shall comply with all requirements for an executive session to discuss exempt applications. If, by the close of the application period for a vacant position, a public entity receives applications from fewer than three applicants who meet the minimum qualifications, the applications and records related to Page No. 15the applications are open to the public. A public entity may adopt policies regarding the release of exempt records under this section.

Veterans’ Preference:

Veterans claiming preference must submit all proof of eligibility prior to the job posting closure date. Proof of eligibility includes a DD-214 or NGB 22, and if claiming disabled status, a current (within the last 12 months) letter of disability from the Veterans Administration.

Clery Statement:

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, Minot State University publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. The report includes the University’s policies, procedures and programs concerning safety and security, as well as three years’ worth of crime statics for our campus. As a prospective employee, you are entitled to a copy of this report. The report and statistical data can be found online. You may also request a paper copy of the report from the MSU Office of Safety and Security located at 500 University Ave W, Minot, ND, 58707.

>MSU is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin. Women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

North Dakota Veterans claiming preference must submit all proof of eligibility by the closing date. Proof of eligibility includes a DD-214 and if claiming disabled status, a current letter of disability from the VA dated within the last 12 months.

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, the University of North Dakota publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. The report includes the university’s policies, procedures, and programs concerning safety and security, as well as three years’ of crime statistics for our campus. As a prospective employee, you are entitled to a copy of this report. The report and statistical data can be found online at http://www.minotstateu.edu/safety/documents/annual-security-report.pdf. You may also request a paper copy of the report from the MSU Office of Safety and Security located at 500 University Ave W, Minot, ND 58707.