Visiting Professor of Parks, Recreation & Leisure Studies

Applications Accepted From
Public: Open to the Public

Special Instructions to Applicants

Be prepared to attach 3 separate documents: Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae, and a list of references. For references, please provide names, titles, addresses, e-mail addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three current professional references.

The position will remain open until filled. For full consideration, please apply by March 15, 2026.

Questions concerning the positions or application process should be directed to Dr. Bruce Martin at [email protected] .

This position is eligible for the following benefits
medical, vision, dental, basic and supplemental life, winter break closure, paid holidays, educational benefits for you and eligible dependents, sick leave, vacation, and retirement.

Posting Number: 20163073F

Job Description

Ohio University is recognized as a doctoral/research intensive public university, enrolling over 27,000 students throughout Ohio and in online programs. Approximately 17,000 students study on the university's scenic Athens campus. The Department of Recreation, Sport Pedagogy, and Consumer Sciences is one of four academic departments within the Gladys W. and David H. Patton College of Education. The Patton College employs more than 80 faculty members who serve around 2,000 undergraduate and graduate students. Based in Patton Hall, the college has a distinguished legacy dating back to 1886 as Ohio's first state-supported teacher preparation program, now with a nationally recognized model for leadership and student success.

The Department of Recreation, Sport Pedagogy, and Consumer Sciences offers a comprehensive portfolio of academic programs at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. Central among these are the Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Studies ( PRLS ) undergraduate program and the Parks, Recreation, Hospitality, and Tourism ( PRHT ) graduate program, each designed to prepare students for leadership roles in the broad field of parks, recreation, and leisure services. Both programs feature concentrations in Recreation Management, providing students with the knowledge, skills, and applied learning experiences needed to excel in careers across public, nonprofit, and commercial recreation settings. Through a combination of foundational coursework, experiential learning, and professional engagement, the department equips students with the competencies necessary to support community well-being and advance the profession.

Position Description :

This is a one year, non tenure track visiting professor position with the potential for renewal. The position reports directly to the Department Chairperson.

Primary responsibilities include: (1) teaching courses within the Parks, Recreation & Leisure Studies ( PRLS ) undergraduate program, the Parks, Recreation, Hospitality, and Tourism ( PRHT ) graduate program, and the Recreation Management concentrations at both levels; (2) providing academic advising to undergraduate and graduate students studying Recreation Management; (3) supporting recruitment and retention initiatives in collaboration with the Program Coordinator and Department Chair; (4) participating in program, department, and college committees; and (5) contributing service to the university, community, and the broader profession.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: A doctoral degree is required, with at least one graduate degree in recreation and/or leisure studies or a closely related discipline.
• Teaching Expertise: Demonstrated ability to effectively teach in the core curriculum ( PRLS / PRHT ) and the Recreation Management concentration area, which includes courses such as recreation administration, festival and special event operations, fundraising and sponsorship development, and finance and budgeting for parks, recreation, and leisure services.
• Teaching Experience: Evidence of successful teaching experience at the college/university level.
• Instructional Approach: Commitment to quality undergraduate and graduate education, including a commitment to experiential learning and the use of instructional technology in the learning process.
• Professional Experience : Evidence of effective administrative and/or professional experience in the parks, recreation, and leisure services field.

Department
Recreation & Sport Pedagogy

Pay Rate: Salary is commensurate with education and experience. This is a one year Visiting Professor appointment with the potential for renewal. The position also offers the potential for additional summer teaching opportunities. University benefits include tuition support for the employee and eligible family members, a comprehensive insurance package including prescription, vision, dental, and life coverage, as well as an excellent retirement plan.

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Job Open Date
02/19/2026

Posting Close Date

The position will remain open until filled. For full consideration, please apply by March 15, 2026.

Job Category: Visiting Professor

Months
9 month

Planning Unit: Patton College of Education

Campus: Athens

Applicants may contact this person if they have questions about this position.
Bruce Martin, [email protected] .

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