University of Arkansas
Teaching Assistant Professor of Recreation and Sport Management
University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, Arkansas, us, 72702
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Job Details
Type of Position: Faculty - Non-Tenure
Workstudy Position: No
Job Type: Academic Term (Fixed Term)
Work Shift: (not specified)
Sponsorship Available: Yes
Institution Name: University of Arkansas, Fayetteville
Department Department of Health, Human Performance & Recreation
Department's Website: https://hhpr.uark.edu/
Summary of Job Duties The College of Education and Health Professions at the University of Arkansas invites nominations and applications for a Teaching Assistant Professor of Recreation and Sport Management in the Department of Health, Human Performance, and Recreation. We are seeking candidates who have a commitment to teaching and learning, as well as expertise in outdoor recreation, specifically in outdoor recreation tourism, sport tourism, or nature-based tourism. This is a 9‑month, full‑time, non‑tenure‑track position with the possibility of summer teaching for summer pay. The Teaching Assistant Professor of Recreation and Sport Management will teach predominately online graduate courses in the Outdoor Recreation and Sport Tourism program but also have opportunities to teach in the on‑campus undergraduate and graduate Recreation and Sport Management programs; mentor undergraduate and graduate students as needed; serve on master’s thesis and doctoral dissertation committees, and provide service to the department, college, university, community, and profession. Additionally, the faculty will serve as the Program Coordinator of the Outdoor Recreation and Sport Tourism online graduate program and will be responsible for recruiting and advising students. Consistent on‑campus presence and active engagement in departmental life are essential responsibilities, along with the ability to foster and maintain collegial and harmonious working relationships with others.
Minimum Qualifications
Earned doctorate in Outdoor Recreation, Outdoor Adventure Tourism, Recreation Tourism, Sport Tourism, Nature-based Tourism, or related field conferred by the start of employment from an accredited institution of higher education.
Evidence or promise of highly effective teaching.
Evidence or potential of service to the department, institution, and profession.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working in the field of Outdoor Recreation, Outdoor Adventure Tourism, Recreation Tourism, Sport Tourism, Nature-based Tourism, or a related field.
Experience in teaching graduate courses at the university level.
Evidence of effective student mentoring/advising.
Experience or interest in the scholarship of teaching and learning.
Experience teaching in an online and/or hybrid program.
Salary Information Commensurate with education and experience.
Required Documents to Apply Curriculum Vitae, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Statement of Teaching Philosophy.
Optional Documents Proof of Veteran Status.
Recruitment Contact Information Dr. Craig Schmitt Teaching Assistant Professor of Recreation and Sports Management cs098@uark.edu
Pre-employment Screening Requirements Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry.
The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
The University of Arkansas seeks to attract, develop and retain high quality faculty, staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds equal opportunity, educational excellence and unparalleled access for all.
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.
Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
All Application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
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University of Arkansas, Fayetteville students will view open positions and apply within Workday by searching for “Find Student Jobs at UAF.”
All Job Postings will close at 12:01 a.m. CT on the specified Closing Date (if designated).
If you close the browser or exit your application prior to submitting, the application process will be saved as a draft. You will be able to access and complete the application through “My Draft Applications” located on your Candidate Home page.
Job Details
Type of Position: Faculty - Non-Tenure
Workstudy Position: No
Job Type: Academic Term (Fixed Term)
Work Shift: (not specified)
Sponsorship Available: Yes
Institution Name: University of Arkansas, Fayetteville
Department Department of Health, Human Performance & Recreation
Department's Website: https://hhpr.uark.edu/
Summary of Job Duties The College of Education and Health Professions at the University of Arkansas invites nominations and applications for a Teaching Assistant Professor of Recreation and Sport Management in the Department of Health, Human Performance, and Recreation. We are seeking candidates who have a commitment to teaching and learning, as well as expertise in outdoor recreation, specifically in outdoor recreation tourism, sport tourism, or nature-based tourism. This is a 9‑month, full‑time, non‑tenure‑track position with the possibility of summer teaching for summer pay. The Teaching Assistant Professor of Recreation and Sport Management will teach predominately online graduate courses in the Outdoor Recreation and Sport Tourism program but also have opportunities to teach in the on‑campus undergraduate and graduate Recreation and Sport Management programs; mentor undergraduate and graduate students as needed; serve on master’s thesis and doctoral dissertation committees, and provide service to the department, college, university, community, and profession. Additionally, the faculty will serve as the Program Coordinator of the Outdoor Recreation and Sport Tourism online graduate program and will be responsible for recruiting and advising students. Consistent on‑campus presence and active engagement in departmental life are essential responsibilities, along with the ability to foster and maintain collegial and harmonious working relationships with others.
Minimum Qualifications
Earned doctorate in Outdoor Recreation, Outdoor Adventure Tourism, Recreation Tourism, Sport Tourism, Nature-based Tourism, or related field conferred by the start of employment from an accredited institution of higher education.
Evidence or promise of highly effective teaching.
Evidence or potential of service to the department, institution, and profession.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working in the field of Outdoor Recreation, Outdoor Adventure Tourism, Recreation Tourism, Sport Tourism, Nature-based Tourism, or a related field.
Experience in teaching graduate courses at the university level.
Evidence of effective student mentoring/advising.
Experience or interest in the scholarship of teaching and learning.
Experience teaching in an online and/or hybrid program.
Salary Information Commensurate with education and experience.
Required Documents to Apply Curriculum Vitae, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Statement of Teaching Philosophy.
Optional Documents Proof of Veteran Status.
Recruitment Contact Information Dr. Craig Schmitt Teaching Assistant Professor of Recreation and Sports Management cs098@uark.edu
Pre-employment Screening Requirements Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry.
The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
The University of Arkansas seeks to attract, develop and retain high quality faculty, staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds equal opportunity, educational excellence and unparalleled access for all.
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.
Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
All Application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
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