Assistant Professor-Online Counselor Education

Appointment Type: Tenure Track

State Title: Assistant Professor

Bargaining Unit: AFT

Employment Type: 35 hours per week/Full-time

Expected Term: August 21, 2027 - June 7, 2030

Compensation: Range 22/ $ 86,720.75 - $93,659.67

About TCNJ

The College of New Jersey (TCNJ) is a highly selective institution
that is consistently recognized as one of the top comprehensive
colleges in the nation. Founded in 1855 as the New Jersey State
Normal School, TCNJ maintains the eighth highest four-year
graduation rate among all public colleges and universities. It is
ranked by Money as one of the top 15 public colleges “most likely
to pay off financially,” and U.S. News & World Report rates it
the No. 1 public institution among regional universities in the
northeast.

About the Department

The Online Department of Counselor Education is a new department at
The College of New Jersey in the School of Graduate, Global and
Online Education. You will be foundational faculty growing a
program that targets working with paraprofessionals in mental
health HPSA communities to be able to complete their graduate
education.

Position Overview

The Online Department of Online Counselor Education at The College
of New Jersey (TCNJ) invites applications for a 10-month
Tenure-Track, Assistant Professor faculty position to join our
community starting in July 2026. Tenure-track faculty members must
be available for on-campus meetings commonly associated with
service.

The successful candidate will serve as a core counselor education
program faculty member who is responsible for engaged research,
effective online teaching, advising, professional activity in the
field of counseling (sustained memberships in counseling
associations, maintenance of certifications and/or licenses in
counseling, sustained professional development and service to the
profession), and service to the Department and the College.
Teaching responsibilities will include six courses over the
academic year (fall and spring terms). Our program has three
15-week sessions with two 7-week terms within each. All faculty are
required to have an independent clinical license in their state of
residence, more than two years of full-time clinical practice
experience outside of academically required experiences, and commit
to maintaining small active clinical practice while faculty.
Priority will be given to people with more extensive clinical
experience, experience in a community behavioral health agency,
and/or a supervision credential.

Candidates should be committed to inclusive excellence in higher
education, demonstrated through, for example, culturally responsive
course design and pedagogy, equity-minded student engagement and
mentorship, and cultivating intercultural competencies needed for
meaningful citizenship.

We are an innovative and rapidly growing online department of
counselor education, leading the nation as the first program to
offer a federally approved apprenticeship pathway in clinical
mental health counseling. Our team is professionally driven,
collaborative, and committed to pioneering new approaches in
counselor preparation. We seek a colleague who is energized by
growth, removing barriers to degree access, and advancing the
profession through bold, student-centered innovations. This role is
for someone eager to actively contribute to program development,
community partnerships, and the evolving apprenticeship model. If
you thrive in dynamic, forward-thinking environments, we would be
excited to work with you.

Required Qualifications:

• Education: doctoral degree in counselor education; or have a

related doctoral degree and 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; or have been employed
as a full-time doctoral-level faculty member in a CORE-accredited
master's program prior to July 1, 2017; or have graduated from a
rehabilitation doctoral program prior to January 1, 2018. ABD
candidates must have completed the PhD by the time the appointment
begins.

• Demonstrate cultural competency and ability to foster inclusive

learning environments and mutual respect for students and
colleagues.

• Have an active, independent professional counseling license and

two years or more of direct clinical experience outside of academia
as a clinical mental health counselor.

• Experience teaching, preferably online, in a graduate program

for counselor education.

• Proven record of excellence in instruction.
• Active clinical experience and independent license as a

professional counselor.

• Strong commitment to working as part of a faculty team.
• Strong record of curriculum development.
• Record of active involvement in professional

organizations.

• Proficiency in the CACREP accreditation requirements.
• Strong commitment to preparing students to become excellent

practitioners.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Have at least two years of teaching experience.
• Have earned a doctoral degree from a CACREP-accredited

program.

• An active research agenda and track record to support an

accelerated tenure and promotion timeline.

Persons with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations
in order to perform the essential functions of the position. If the
requested accommodation(s) cannot be made because it would cause
the employer undue hardship, the applicant may not be eligible for
the position.

Employer Qualifications

Employment at TCNJ is contingent upon the successful completion of
an applicable background check, reference checks, and verification
of identity and authorization to work in the United States (Form
I-9).

Accommodation: Applicants who require a reasonable accommodation to
apply or interview should contact hr@tcnj.edu .

Employee Benefits

As a member of The College of New Jersey Community, you will be a
part of an exciting and rewarding public college career. Eligible
full-time employees will be able to take advantage of a generous
benefits package that includes health, welfare, and retirement
benefits, including:

• Comprehensive benefit plans covering medical, dental and

prescription plans

• Generous leave entitlements program and Energy Savings

Program

• Employee and dependent Tuition Waiver and Reimbursement

Program

• Pension, retirement, and deferred compensation plans, group

life insurance

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee affinity groups
• New Jersey State Employee Discount Program (Pet

insurance, cell phone plan discounts, discounted amusement park
tickets, etc.)

• Access to extensive learning opportunities

To view a comprehensive list of benefits available to employees,
visit our Health Benefits Plans and Programs page to
learn more!

How to Apply

Candidates should submit (a) a letter of application highlighting
their interest and qualifications, (b) a curriculum vitae, (c) a
statement of teaching philosophy/approach (no longer than 2 pages),
(d) a description of professional engagement and goals (no longer
than 2 pages), (e) unofficial transcripts (graduate and
undergraduate), (f) names and contact information for at least
three professional references, (g) copy of your active, independent
clinical license, and (h) copy of most recent student evaluations
for your teaching.

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue
until the positions are filled. We would like to hire as soon as
possible.

The College is committed to fostering a welcoming and inclusive
campus community that respects and uplifts individuals from all
backgrounds. We value the varied perspectives, experiences, and
talents of all members of our community and strive to create an
environment where everyone has equitable access to opportunities
for success. As an equal opportunity employer, we comply with all
applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and
affirmative action. We encourage applications from individuals
whose lived experiences and professional interests align with our
institutional mission of academic excellence, access, and
integrity.