Faculty of Practice, Sports Management

Posting Details

Position Information

Rank

Recruiting at Multiple Levels

Tenure Information

Non-Tenure Track

Summary

The Boler College of Business invites applications for a Faculty of Practice position in Sports Management beginning in August 2026. The Faculty of Practice will teach foundational and more advanced sports management classes to primarily business students. The Faculty of Practice is expected to teach 4 courses/sections per semester (8 total for the academic year) and participate in academic advising and other service activities. This position is a full-time, 9-month position and will report to the Chair of the Department of Management, Marketing, and Supply Chain Management. Faculty rank and salary will be commensurate with experience and academic credentials.

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT OF MANAGEMENT, MARKETING, AND SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT

The Department of Management, Marketing, and Supply Chain Management (MMS) is a dynamic and collaborative department that focuses on developing highly capable graduates who possess market-relevant expertise and a competitive edge.

MMS is home to programs that bridge critical areas of business practice. In addition to our core majors in Management, Marketing, and Supply Chain Management, we emphasize high-impact interdisciplinary programs, including a popular double major in Marketing and Supply Chain Management. The department also houses the Business Analytics minor, as well as the interdisciplinary minors in Entrepreneurship and Leadership.

We offer a supportive environment that values experiential learning, innovative teaching, and collaborative program building. Our focus is on community engagement with business partners, providing students with practical, real-world experience. Consistent with this commitment to applied learning, our students are required to complete an internship component, ensuring their professional readiness.

You will be joining a dedicated, diverse faculty committed to student success and the continued evolution of our programs. Leveraging our deep roots in Jesuit education, MMS is connected to a vast global Jesuit Business Education network, comprising nearly 200 Jesuit universities worldwide. This network allows us to emphasize a unique approach that combines our local footprint with global impact. The university supports teaching excellence through the Office of Teaching Innovation and Enrichment.


Additional questions about the department, program, or this position can be directed to Dr. Tina Facca-Miess, Management, Marketing, and Supply Chain Management Department Chair, at [email protected] or (216) 397-1718.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Teach a full-time course load (typically 4 courses per semester) at the undergraduate and graduate levels, covering foundational and advanced sports management topics.
• Ensure curriculum is continually updated to reflect current trends, technologies, ethical challenges, and operational realities of the global sports landscape.
• Design and integrate coursework, case studies, and discussions focused on ethical decision-making, social responsibility, and integrity in sports management. This includes addressing current issues like player safety, governance scandals, equity and inclusion, gambling, and the impact of technology on fair competition.
• Provide career mentorship grounded in practical knowledge of the sports management profession.
• Advise students on course selection, academic plans, and career paths, leveraging professional experience to guide those interested in graduate school or sports management careers.
• Participate in departmental, college, or university service duties, as appropriate.

Required Qualifications

• A master’s degree (e.g., MBA, MS in Sports Management, or related field) is required.
• A minimum of 5-7 years of progressive, senior-level leadership and operational experience within the sports industry, or related field, is required.
• Proven expertise in multiple facets of sports business, such as Sports Marketing/Sponsorship and Brand Management, Revenue Generation/Sales, Athletics Administration, Event/Venue Management and Operations, Sports Media, Analytics, or Esports Management.
• Strong oral and written communication skills are essential for lecturing, facilitating case-based discussions, and providing constructive feedback on student work.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior teaching experience at the university level (including adjunct or corporate training) is highly beneficial.
• An active and extensive professional network within the sports industry to facilitate experiential learning.
• National or regional recognition as a thought leader or innovator within the sports industry.
• Experience in developing and managing industry partnerships or creating large-scale experiential learning opportunities.
• A terminal degree (e.g., Ph.D., Ed.D.) is valued but not required, as professional credentials are the priority.

Normal Work Location, Hours and Conditions

This position works in-person from our campus in University Heights, Ohio. University core business hours are generally 8:30 am – 5:00 pm. This position will require occasional work to be performed outside of normal business hours based on department operations.

About John Carroll University

John Carroll University is a private, coeducational, Jesuit Catholic university, founded in 1886, dedicated to developing people with the knowledge and character to lead and to serve. The University is located in University Heights, Ohio, an attractive residential suburb 10 miles east of downtown Cleveland. Academically, the University consists of the College of Arts and Sciences, the College of Health and the Boler College of Business, which include graduate programs. The University offers more than 70 Academic Programs in the arts, social sciences, natural sciences, and business at the undergraduate level, and in select areas at the master’s level.


The University enrolls approximately 2,300 undergraduate students and 500 graduate students and has a student-to-faculty ratio of 13:1. John Carroll University is one of 27 Jesuit universities in the United States and has been listed in U.S. News & World Report magazine’s top 10 rankings of Midwest regional universities for more than 30 consecutive years.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number

F230P

Open Date

Close Date

Open Until Filled

Special Instructions to Applicants

Full consideration will be given to applications that are complete by January 20, 2026, although applications will be accepted until the position is filled.


A complete application consists of:

• A cover letter that addresses your background and experience, your alignment with the requirements and responsibilities of this position, how your professional experience will enrich the student experience, and your interest in working in a liberal arts environment informed by a Jesuit Catholic mission;
• Curriculum Vitae;
• A statement of teaching philosophy that describes your teaching experience, style, and overall philosophy, as well as preferred course topics;
• List of three references’ names and contact information; and
• Unofficial copies of university transcripts. Official copies will be requested upon hiring.

EEO Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome and value all individuals and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

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