Tenure-Track Assistant Professor of Rehabilitation and Mental Health Counseling

Posted: 10/04/2024

Montana State University Billings is a preferred employer in the region-WE WANT YOU!
The following are reasons why you should join our team:
  • Work-life balance
  • Holidays-10 paid holidays per year and 1 Floating Holiday
  • Sick Leave – Earned at an accrual rate of .0416125 for each hour in pay status.
  • Employee and Dependent Tuition Waiver
  • Opportunities to engage in professional development opportunities
  • Committed to employee wellness and access to a robust Employee Assistance Program
  • Medical Benefits that are robust and affordable
  • Visit MUS Benefits to learn more about our benefit package including
  • Medical, Vision, and Dental
  • Life Insurance and Long Term Disability are incorporated into our benefits.
  • Learn more about our retirement benefits at MUS Retirement.
  • Opportunities for career growth and a variety of career paths
  • Campus vibrancy- coffee shops, FREE attendance to MSUB concerts, athletic events, and lectures, access to recreation center, library, etc.
  • Beautiful campus environment that features our MSUB Mile walking path
The Department of Rehabilitation and Human Services in the College of Health Professions and Science at Montana State University Billings seeks a qualified candidate to teach graduate (Master’s Level) courses in mental health counseling. Candidates must hold a terminal degree (Ed.D. or Ph.D.) or be A.B.D. in Counseling or related field, have a Master’s degree in Counseling or related field, show evidence of the development of scholarship, and demonstrate the ability to work successfully with colleagues. Typical load = 21 credit hours/AY; summer session with possible additional credit hours and additional compensation. Salary commensurate with qualifications.

Criminal Background Investigation is required prior to Offer of Employment. (In accordance with University policy, finalists for this position will be subject to criminal background investigations.)

Applicants will be reviewed and interviewed on an ongoing basis after the screening date. The screening date begins 10 calendar days after a position is posted on the employment website.

Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills
  • Doctoral degree in counselor education and supervision, from a CACREP-accredited program or have been employed as a full-time faculty member in a counselor education program for a minimum of one full academic year before July,1, 2013. Applicants studying in counselor education who are ABD will be considered for this position.
  • Experience in college/university teaching graduate and undergraduate courses and clinical education
  • Commitment to developing and teaching online courses
  • Evidence of potential for scholarly productivity
  • Ability to work collaboratively with other faculty, professional staff, and persons from diverse backgrounds
  • Eligibility for Montana Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC)
Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills
  • Interest in addictions counseling and willingness to pursue Licensed Addiction Counselor (LAC) licensing in Montana.
  • Expertise in the fields of addiction, rehabilitation counseling, and/or mental health counseling.
  • Experience in advising students.
  • A commitment to scientist-practitioner philosophy with experience in implementation of CACREP accreditation standards.
  • Eligibility for Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC) and Licensed Addiction Counselor (LAC).
The College of Health Professions and Science has a strong interest in being a leader in training the next generation of Health and Science Professionals. Current offerings at MSU-Billings include healthcare related degree programs that span areas from careers with direct patient contact (such as Nursing, Athletic Training, Clinical and Mental Health Counseling, Paramedic, Radiology and Ultrasound Technology) to the Allied Health professions (such as Health Administration, Medical Coding and Billing, and Docusign Envelope ID: DDB1820D-9A32-42AD-AD09-9FDD5C14D1D0 Medical Laboratory Sciences. We also offer degrees in Biology, Chemistry and Health and Human Performance that prepare students to continue their education in Medicine, Pharmacy, Physician Assistant Studies, Dentistry, Occupational Therapy and Physical Therapy. Students and Faculty in these programs have opportunities to collaborate, conduct joint research, expand research, develop additional career pathways, and build meaningful connections within the health services, industry, and biotech sectors to meet our community and regional needs. Interested individuals can obtain more information about the College of Health Professions and Science at https://www.msubillings.edu/chps/ .

Montana State University Billings is the third largest University in Montana and is located in Montana’s largest city. The University has five colleges, through which it serves a diverse student body and a broad regional community. Our staff and faculty strive to transform the lives of our students by empowering them to succeed in achieving their educational and life goals. To give our students the best possible path to success in achieving their goals, we are committed to closing equity gaps via our recruitment, retention, and completion initiatives. 
MSUB faculty and students are also active in scholarship and creative endeavors on statewide, national, and international stages. Our programs are responsive to community needs and partner with local and regional entities to provide clinical, internship and experiential learning opportunities to our students. MSUB is an innovator in teaching strategies and modalities that accommodate students’ individual learning needs and busy lifestyles. Interested individuals can obtain more information about Montana State University Billings at https://www.msubillings.edu.

Montana State University Billings is committed to providing a working and learning environment free from discrimination. As such, the University does not discriminate in the admission, access to or conduct of its educational programs and activities nor in its employment policies and practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ethnicity, creed, service in the uniformed services (as defined in state and federal law), veteran status, gender, age, political beliefs, marital or family status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation or preference. In support of the University’s mission to be inclusive and diverse, applications from qualified minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities are highly encouraged.


Montana State University Billings makes accommodation for any known disability that may interfere with an applicant’s ability to compete in the hiring process or an employee’s ability to perform the duties of the job. In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, MSU Billings provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran’s preference or request accommodation, contact the Human Resources Office, Montana State University Billings, 1500 University Drive, Billings, MT 59101-0298, 406-657-2278, employment@msubillings.edu.

MSU Billings Non-Discrimination Policy and Discrimination Grievance Procedures can be located on the MSU Billings Website: http://www.msubillings.edu/humres/eeos.htm

TO APPLY: https://employment.msubillings.edu/postings/7197