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Working Title:
Assistant/Associate Professor in Sport Management and Recreational Leadership – State University Faculty
Institution:
St. Cloud State University
Classification Title:
State University Faculty
Bargaining Unit / Union:
209: Inter Faculty Organization
City:
St. Cloud
FLSA:
Job Exempt
Full Time / Part Time:
Full time
Employment Condition:
Unclassified – Unlimited Academic
Salary Range:
$64,963.00 – $188,620.00
Job Description
The College of Health and Wellness Professions at St. Cloud State University invites applications for a Tenure-Track, Probationary Line, Assistant/Associate position in Sport Management & Recreation Leadership within the Department of Kinesiology, Community Health, and Gerontology.
The successful candidate will contribute to undergraduate teaching, student mentorship, curriculum support, and program initiatives across multiple areas of sport and recreation, and athletic coaching. A faculty workload includes 24 credits per academic year, with delivery modes that may include face-to-face, hybrid, and online instruction.
Primary responsibilities include:
Teaching courses in the Sport and Recreation Management B.S program and Sport Management M.S. program, and Athletic Coaching minor. The position may also have instructional duties in other academic areas as assigned by the Dean of the College of Health and Wellness Professionals.
Supporting applied learning experiences (practicums, internships, job shadows)
Supervising experiential learning and coordinating partnerships with campus and community agencies
Advising undergraduate and/or graduate students
Serving on graduate student culminating project committee’s
Collaborating with colleagues to advance program initiatives, assessment, and accreditation needs
Engages in appropriate scholarly or professional activities and pursues ongoing professional development, including contributions to research, applied practice, grants, presentations, publications, or discipline-specific innovation when applicable
Contributing to departmental, college, university, and community service and engagement activities
This position plays a key role in supporting the applied focus of the Sport and Recreation Management B.S. and Sport Management M.S, and Athletic Coaching minor program by enhancing professional preparation, community engagement, and experiential learning opportunities as well as other academic areas as assigned by the Dean of the College of Health and Wellness Professionals
Salary Range: $64,963 – $188,620/annually
Minimum Qualifications
Doctorate (PhD, EdD) or ABD candidate (degree attainment by August 2026), or relatable terminal degree, in Sport Management or Sport Administration and/or Recreation, Coaching (Sport) Leadership, or closely related discipline.
Demonstrated ability to teach in multiple instructional formats (face-to-face, hybrid, and/or online)
Demonstrated strong written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills
Demonstrated commitment to student learning, engagement, and success
Ability to teach a range of undergraduate courses within Sport Management and Recreation leadership BS, the graduate Sport Management MS program and/or other department required areas as assigned by the College Dean.
College or High School Sport Administration experience and/or Recreation Leadership
Demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging in learning and working environments
Preferred Qualification
Professional experience in collegiate athletics and/or experience serving as a high school athletic director
Higher Education academic teaching experience in one or more of the following areas: sport management, recreational leadership, biomechanics, strength and conditioning, sport nutrition, coaching, and/or sport or event operations.
Understanding of developing or coordinating internships, practicums, or professional partnerships
Understanding of advising undergraduate students and supporting professional portfolio development
Experience working with community, school, collegiate, or industry partners to support experiential learning
Understanding of supervising student field experiences, coaching, sport, recreation, or other applied learning settings
Certifications, or ability to obtain certificates in, relevant areas (e.g., CSCS, NSCA-CPT, USA Coaching credentials, ACSM, Event/Facility Management certifications)
Evidence of professional development, scholarly interests, or applied research in sport, recreation, sport, or exercise science fields
Other Requirements
Please note that successful applicants must be eligible to work in the United States on or before the effective date of appointment. Eligibility includes being a U.S. citizen or national, a lawful permanent resident, or a foreign national authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employer sponsorship. Employees must maintain work authorization without sponsorship for the duration of their appointment.
Documents Needed to Apply
Resume/CV
Cover Letter
Unofficial Transcripts (Official transcripts will be required at time of employment)
Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)
Varies
Position Information
Appointment Type: Probationary/Tenure Track
Salary: Commensurate with experience and qualifications
About
The successful candidate will share St. Cloud State’s commitment to our mission, and in particular, the value we place in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) as outlined in SCSU’s It’sTime (https://www.stcloudstate.edu/its-time.aspx) strategic framework. Notably, we uphold the advancement of diversity, equity, and inclusion and engage in intentional actions to address systemic inequities throughout the university and surrounding environment. DEI values, practices, and strategies are embedded into the fabric of our institution and campus community, and they align with the priorities expressed in the Minnesota State system’s Equity 2030 initiative (https://www.minnstate.edu/equity2030/index.html) . SCSU expects all of its employees to help advance these practices and to contribute to the development of an anti-racist, inclusive community.
Employment for this position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement for the Inter Faculty Organization which can be found at: https://www.ifo.org/
St. Cloud State University is committed to excellence and actively supports cultural diversity. To promote this endeavor, we invite individuals who contribute to such diversity to apply, including minorities, women, LGBTQIA+, persons with disabilities and veterans. St. Cloud State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, marital status, status with regards to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or status as a U.S. veteran. The Interim Title IX Coordinator at St. Cloud State University is Judith Siminoe. For additional information, contact the Office for Institutional Equity & Access, (320) 308-5123, Admin. Services Bldg. Rm 121
Benefits Information:
At Minnesota State, we have a GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Our generous benefits include 11 paid Holidays, Vacation Time, Sick Time, six weeks of Paid Parental Leave, low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 – $1500), a Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options, pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, as well as professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents, etc. We promote the health and well-being of our employees and take work/life balance seriously.
Desired Start Date:
08-17-2026
Position End Date:
Open Date:
05-11-2026
Close Date:
05-08-2026
Posting Contact Name:
Renee Denise Bertram
Posting Contact Email:
rdbertram@stcloudstate.edu
