Full-time Tenure-Track Position or Full-time Lecturer Position in Sport Media and Communication

Full-time, nine-month, annual-renewable, Lecturer or Tenure-Track faculty in Sport Media and Communication in the Humanities, Social Sciences, and Education Department based at the Crookston campus of the University of Minnesota starting August 11, 2025. This position involves teaching both on-campus and on line courses. The normal teaching load for this position is 15 credits per semester for lecturers and 12 credits per semester for tenure-track appointments during the academic year. Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. A competitive fringe benefits package is offered. Lecturers are eligible for professional development support. Final job offer is contingent upon completed background check and receipt of official transcripts. Individuals must be willing to locate to the Crookston/North Grand Forks region before commencing employment.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Deliver high-quality instruction to undergraduate students in coursework in the field of Sport Media and Communication. This individual will teach representative courses in the field such as: Introduction to Sport Communication, Multimedia Production, Sport Broadcast Production, and Sport Media Writing and other communication classes to serve the needs of the Communication program. This position will assist in the development of department goals and objectives; advise students; contribute to student recruitment and retention initiatives; and support research and community outreach in the areas of discipline. The responsibilities also include developing and maintaining strong ties to the other scholars in the field, enriching the student experience and supporting student employment opportunities. Service to the Department, University and/or community is also expected. The position requires relocation to the Crookston/Grand Forks/Fertile regional area and regular office hours and engagement in service activities on the University of Minnesota Crookston campus.

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Minimum Qualifications

• Master's degree in Sports Communication and Media, Sports Information, or a related field
• Campus and online teaching experience.
• Effective communication skills.
• Record of effective teaching both in on-campus and online environments.
• Ability to relate complex concepts to diverse audiences and to draw upon cultural and community based knowledge in teaching.
• Possess a commitment to an experiential education philosophy within the scope of the land grant mission.
• Ability to read, write and understand English.
• Final offer contingent upon receipt of official transcripts, complete background check, and authorization to work in the United States. The final job offer is contingent upon a complete background check and receipt of official transcripts.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Communications, Media, Sports Communications, or related field no later than August 2025. Three-Five (3-5} years of professional experience in the sports industry.
• Strong commitment to excellence and innovation in teaching at the undergraduate level in both the on campus and online environments.
• An established program of research and publication, including emerging media issues.
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness.
• Experience creating collaborative partnerships for joint university/community projects.

Pay Range: Tenured Track (9403 - $62,000-$67,000) or P&A Lecturer (9753 - $56,000-$62,000); depending on education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment: 75%-100% Appointment

Position Type: Faculty and P&A Staff

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.

Review of applications will begin February 1, 2025; applications will be accepted and reviewed until the position is filled. Application materials will include a current curriculum vitae, a cover letter, and a list of 3-5 professional references. In addition to addressing the minimum and preferred qualifications, the cover letter must address indicators of the candidate's ability to promote equity and inclusion at a small campus in a rural context. Please include a copy of college transcripts. Calls of inquiry welcome by contacting Dr. Shawn Boyne, Associate Vice Chancellor for Business, Arts, and Education Division, by phone: (218) 281- 8180 or email: boyne001@crk.umn.edu.

This position will remain open until filled.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

University of Minnesota, Crookston (UMC)

With a strong tradition of technology-enhanced teaching and learning, the University of Minnesota Crookston (UMC) serves as the U's major outpost in Northwest Minnesota. UMC provides both experiential, career-oriented degree programs as well as high-quality online programs, while connecting its teaching, research, and outreach to rural economic development and service to the region and beyond.

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