"Sport Management-M.S. Program Director"

Sport Management: M.S. Program Director

Type: Full Time

Posted: September 15, 2025

Application Due: Open Until Filled—priority given to applications received by November 1

Category: Sport Science Department

Davis & Elkins College, a private college in the liberal arts tradition is seeking an experienced and engaged academic leader to serve as Program Director for its Master’s Program in Sport Management. The successful candidate will provide strategic leadership, curriculum oversight, and student mentorship, while fostering academic excellence, industry partnerships, and innovative learning experiences in alignment with institutional goals.

The successful candidate should possess a Ph.D. in Sport Management or a closely related discipline and a strong record of teaching and service in higher education, as well as experience in curriculum development and academic leadership. The candidate should have strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Program Leadership & Administration:
• Oversee the academic and operational management of the Master’s in Sport Management program.
• Lead program development, assessment, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with faculty and administrative staff to ensure effective delivery of curriculum and student services.
• Curriculum & Instruction:
• Develop, revise, and teach graduate-level courses in sport management, such as sport marketing, finance, law, and leadership.
• Integrate experiential learning and industry practices into coursework.
• Promote interdisciplinary collaboration and emerging trends in sport management education.
• Student Support:
• Advise and mentor graduate students on academic, research, and career matters.
• Supervise graduate research projects and internships.
• Industry & Community Engagement:
• Foster partnerships with sport organizations, agencies, and alumni to support student placements and program growth.
• Represent the program at professional and academic events.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Ph.D. in Sport Management or a closely related discipline.
• Demonstrated record of teaching, research, and service in higher education.
• Experience in curriculum development and academic leadership at the graduate level.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work with internal faculty and staff.

Rank and salary are dependent upon qualifications and experience.

All applications must include a cover letter addressing how the applicant can fulfill the requirements of the position and advance the mission of the College, a curriculum vitae, and three professional references who can comment on the applicant’s teaching, service, and administration—references will not be contacted before we receive permission from the applicant. Official transcripts will be required before an appointment is made.

Please submit materials electronically via e-mail to Ms. Donna McCauley, Administrative Assistant, Office of Academic Affairs, Davis & Elkins College at mccauleyd@dewv.edu. Please write Sport Science in the subject line. Review of applications will begin immediately.