Sports Management Faculty - Full Time

At Wheeling University, you’ll find more than just a workplace — you’ll join a mission-driven community that lives by values of leadership, service, faith, integrity, and excellence. As an employee, you’ll be part of a university that is committed to integrating learning, research, and outreach within its Catholic tradition, seeking to develop not only competent professionals, but also socially responsible citizens. Wheeling promotes close student-faculty connections and encourages all members to grow both intellectually and ethically, to serve with compassion among diverse communities, and to lead by example. In such an environment, your work will matter — your contributions help sustain a culture where academic rigor, moral purpose, and service to others are not just ideals, but daily practice. 

Wheeling University invites applications for a full-time faculty position in sport management within the Department of Business, beginning January 2026. We seek a dedicated educator and scholar who is passionate about teaching, advising, and contributing to the mission and academic excellence of Wheeling University. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate courses in sport management, along with other general business courses. In addition to teaching, this position requires advising and mentoring students, engaging in scholarly activity, and contributing to program development and accreditation efforts. 

Responsibilities:

• Teach undergraduate courses in sport management and general business disciplines
• Advise and mentor students, particularly those pursuing careers in sport industry
• Contribute to curriculum development and ACBSP accreditation efforts 
• Maintain course materials, syllabi, and student records (including attendance on Canvas) 
• Hold regular office hours and conduct end-of-semester assessments 
• Participate in departmental and university service, including committee work 
• Engage in scholarly research and professional development activities 

Required Qualifications: 

• Master of Science in Sport Management, and Sport Leadership
• At least 5 years of college-level teaching experience 
• Significant professional experience
• Demonstrated commitment to teaching and student success 
• Ability to work as a member of a multidisciplinary department is desirable.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ph.D. or D.B.A. in sport management, athletic administration, or sport studies 
• ABD will be considered too
• Significant professional experience
• Experience with ACBSP-accredited programs 

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

• Standard office and professional environment.

Application Requirements 

Applicants must submit the following materials: 

• Current curriculum vitae 
• A list of courses taught, including dates and institutions 
• Statement of teaching philosophy 
• Transcripts from all degree-granting institutions (official copies required upon hiring) 
• A list of three (3) professional/personal references, including contacts from prior employers listed on the CV (references will not be contacted without prior notification to the candidate) 

Anticipated Appointment Date:

• January 5, 2026