Lecturer

Assistant Professor or Lecturer (non-tenure track) position Sports Management Position Title Assistant Professor or Lecturer (non-tenure track) position Sports Management Position Category Position Category Faculty FLSA FLSA Exempt Position Status FTE FTE .75 (academic year full-time) Location Location Thousand Oaks University Background The mission of California Lutheran University is to educate leaders for a global society who are strong in character and judgment, confident in their identity and vocation, and committed to service and justice. Founded in 1959 in beautiful Ventura County, the university has an enrollment of about 3,500 undergraduate and graduate students who come from across the nation and around the world from a diversity of backgrounds, cultures and faiths. As a federally recognized Hispanic-Serving Institution, Cal Lutheran is looking for candidates with a dedication to and success in working in diverse communities. The university is committed to an inclusive learning and work environment that values individual differences and respects each person’s dignity. Basic Function Under the direction of the Dean and the Associate Dean, the Lecturer or Assistant Professor is responsible for providing academic instruction to students for the assigned undergraduate and/or graduate courses. The Lecturer or Assistant Professor is to serve as an academic mentor to students; serve on faculty or university committees; engage in scholarly activities and/or creative endeavors. Furthermore, the newly hired Sports Management faculty member is expected to contribute and support the vision for the program particularly towards creating innovative curricula, serving student needs towards professional development, being on par with program grading expectations, as well as being a team player towards program needs that include, but are not limited to: event promotion, club involvement, cross-course afforded opportunities, meetings, building and maintaining industry relationships, and positive leadership scholarship. Representative Duties Primary responsibilities for this position include teaching Sports Management courses at the undergraduate, and possible graduate level. 24 units for Assistant Professor, Lecturer for 24 or 32 units/year. E Teaching responsibilities could include courses in two or more of the following areas: Sports Analytics, Sports Ethics and Law, E-Sports, Sports Facilities, Design, and Management, and/or Introduction to Sports Management. E Within that context, the expectation is to design creative assignments and activities in one-on-one and classroom instructional settings to foster hands-on, active learning for students that will develop their expertise in the subject matter. E Observe and evaluate student performance in meeting course objectives and student learning outcomes through assignments, projects, discussions, and examinations; provide feedback promptly to student inquiries in class, online, or during established consultation office hours. E Maintain current, accurate records of course enrollment, attendance, student academic progress, course curriculum; prepare and submit grades, data, and reports related to the course and student progress promptly. E Provide a course syllabus to students in each class within the first week of the class, as outlined in the faculty handbook. E Adhere to the responsibilities related to teaching, advising and service as outlined in the faculty handbook. E Attend and participate in committees and meetings. E Participate in marketing, promotions, and recruiting efforts for the program via events, experiential learning, student-led competitions, and more. E Evening and weekend hours may be required in part of experiential learning components. E Perform related duties as assigned. E Adhere to the responsibilities related to teaching, advising, service, and scholarly, professional, and creative activities, as outlined in the faculty handbook. E Maintain an active research program that involves undergraduates. E Knowledge Of Sports Management education techniques, such as projects that incorporate simulations, case studies, research projects, artificial intelligence, and more. Current theory and practice within the field of Sports Management. Principles and best practices of effective teaching. Student learning outcomes and methods of assessment. University curricula. Community and campus resources, services, programs, and professionals available to students. Modern computing technology. Record-keeping techniques about student enrollment, attendance, and progress. Ability To Demonstrate a thorough and accurate knowledge of Sports Management. Deliver course curricula in various learning styles. Mentor a diverse population of students. Exhibit sensitivity to and understanding of university students’ diverse academic, social, economic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds. Exhibit sensitivity to and understanding of the needs of students with disabilities. Integrate current and emerging instructional delivery technologies into the learning process to enhance teaching and the educational experience. Maintain professional standards that protect student confidentiality. Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, using tact, patience, and courtesy. Establish and maintain effective working relationships. Work constructively with colleagues and treat faculty, staff, administrators, and students with respect and professionalism. Demonstrate commitment to professional excellence and continuous growth within subject field or discipline. Satisfactorily fulfill a faculty member’s duties and responsibilities and make significant contributions to the University community. Analyze situations accurately and adopt practical courses of action. Demonstrate commitment to professional excellence and continuous growth within the field of Sports Management. Minimum Qualifications For the Lecturer position, obtainment of a Master’s Degree and for Assistant Professor, obtainment of a Doctoral Degree from an accredited institution with an emphasis in Sports Management or a closely related field. ABD will also be accepted with a set date for when the degree will be earned. Please note that ABD would come in at the Instructor level. Preferred Qualifications Preference given to candidates with expertise in Sports Analytics, Esports, or Sports Law and Agencies. Some relative work experience in the Sports Management field, which could include business operations, sport agencies, analytical research and application, media programming, sales, facilities management, event coordination, esports, marketing direction, player operations, among others. Research, service, and or creative activities focus towards current trends in sports business (e.g., technological integrations, fan engagement strategies, sport tourism, sport betting and gambling, participation and investment in women’s sports, among others). Experience collaborating with sport industry professionals in teaching, research, and or professional networks. Licenses and other requirements None Physical Abilities Detect to understand appropriate written correspondence; communicate clearly to exchange information in person and via the telephone or video; operate a computer and other office productivity machinery; stationary position for extended periods of time; move or transport light objects; position self to store and/or retrieve files. Indoor classroom environment; subject to visiting a variety of classroom sites on campus. Hiring Range Hiring Range $63,000 - $82,000 Posting Number Posting Number Faculty001222020 Number of Vacancies Number of Vacancies 1 Desired Start Date Desired Start Date 08/23/2027 Position End Date Open Date Open Date 08/10/2026 Close Date Close Date 10/11/2026 Open Until Filled No Statement California Lutheran University is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment for all persons, regardless of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by applicable law. No person shall be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination in any program, activity or facility of the University on the basis of these factors in a manner consistent with applicable federal and state laws, regulations, ordinances, orders and rules, and University’s policies, procedures, and processes. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process can be provided to individuals with qualifying disabilities. Please contact the Human Resources Department for further information or to request an accommodation. Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). Required Documents Resume/Curriculum Vitae Cover Letter Teaching Philosophy List of References Other Optional Documents Human Resources California Lutheran University 60 W. 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