Assistant Professor, Sport Management

Texas A&M University - Kingsville; Kingsville (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas A&M University–Kingsville invites applications for an Assistant Professor in Sport Management in the Department of Health and Kinesiology. The position focuses on teaching undergraduate and graduate courses while advancing research and service within TAMUK.

Applicants should hold a Ph.D. in Sport Management or a closely related field, with 3–5 years of full-time teaching experience and the ability to teach in multiple modalities, including online and hybrid formats.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Sport Management or closely related field from an accredited university.
• 3–5 years of full-time college teaching experience.
• Experience teaching in multiple instructional modalities (online, hybrid, HyFlex, lab-based).
• Familiarity with COSMA accreditation.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in sport management.
• Deliver instruction in on-campus and online formats.
• Maintain high teaching effectiveness and student engagement.
• Engage in scholarly or creative activities and maintain an active research agenda.
• Participate in department activities, curriculum development, and accreditation efforts.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Education

Ph.D. in Sport Management

Job description

Job Title

Assistant Professor, Sport Management Agency Texas A&M University - Kingsville Department Department of Health and Kinesiology

Job Location

Kingsville, Texas

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Type

Faculty

About Texas A&M University–Kingsville

Texas A&M University–Kingsville (TAMUK), the oldest institution of higher learning in South Texas and a proud member of the Texas A&M University System, stands as the region’s premier university. TAMUK offers the widest range of academic programs and degrees in South Texas, provides exceptional learning and residential facilities, conducts impactful research, awards substantial scholarships, and has awarded more than 80,000 degrees in the institution’s 100-year history. The university is recognized for its unwavering commitment to student success, meaningful research, and deep community engagement. With a welcoming campus culture and strong regional partnerships, TAMUK offers faculty and staff a unique opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of students and the broader South Texas region. Location: The University is located in historic Kingsville, a friendly, safe city of 25,000 that is the home of the legendary King Ranch. Corpus Christi and its beaches are just 40 miles to the northeast, and the border with Mexico is 120 miles to the south at Brownsville or 119 miles to the west at Laredo. For more information, click here.

Position Overview

Faculty members at Texas A&M University–Kingsville teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses across multiple sections and formats, maintaining high standards of instructional quality. They contribute to the university’s research mission and also engage in service through departmental participation, student support, and collaboration on curriculum and academic initiatives. Additionally, they fulfill institutional responsibilities such as compliance processes, meetings, and supporting the university’s broader mission of education and community engagement.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Teaching

• Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses as assigned by the department, including lower-level and introductory courses (including but not limited to: sport marketing, sport economics, sport finance, sport law, sport public relations, and seminars/current topics in sport management).
• Deliver instruction in various formats, including on-campus and online environments when needed.
• Maintain high standards of teaching effectiveness and student engagement.
• Develop course materials such as syllabi, assignments, and assessments aligned with departmental expectations.

Research

• Engage in scholarly or creative activities appropriate to the discipline, contributing to the university’s research mission.
• Maintain an active research agenda that may include publications, presentations, or applied scholarships.
• Incorporate research developments into teaching and curriculum updates, enhancing academic quality.

Service

• Participate in departmental activities, including meetings, curriculum development, and assessment initiatives.
• Serve the university by contributing to program accreditation, student recruitment, and community engagement aligned with TAMUK’s mission of service to South Texas.
• Provide academic advising, mentorship, and guidance to students as part of departmental and institutional service expectations.

Other Duties

The above represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. Other duties may be assigned.

Qualifications Required Education

Applicants must have earned a Ph.D. in Sport Management, or closely related field from an accredited university.

Preferred Qualifications

• 3–5 years of full-time college or university teaching experience
• Experience teaching in multiple instructional modalities (e.g., online, hybrid, HyFlex, lab-based)
• Sport, fitness, hospitality, and/or recreation industry experience
• Familiarity with COSMA accreditation

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing
• Ability to positively and professionally interact with clients and staff
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
• Working knowledge of office software and instructional programs
• Knowledge of principles and methods for teaching and instructing individuals and groups
• Skilled in utilizing various learning and active listening strategies
• Ability to orally comprehend and express information and use inductive and deductive reasoning
• Ability to facilitate and adapt course and the course content
• Ability to positively and professionally interact with clients and staff, groups of various sizes
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others

Other Requirements

• This position is security sensitive
• This position will require export-control authorization prior to starting employment.
• Commitment to Caring Campus principles, with the ability to provide exceptional customer service, foster positive relationships, and promote a welcoming, responsive, and student-centered environment for internal and external constituents.
• This position requires compliance with state and federal laws/codes and Texas A&M University System/TAMU policies, regulations, rules and procedures
• All tasks and job responsibilities must be performed safely without injury to self or others in compliance with System and University safety requirements

Why Join the Javelina Nation?

Texas A&M University–Kingsville offers a supportive, mission-driven culture focused on excellence in teaching, research, and service. All employees enjoy:

• A welcoming campus community
• Opportunities for professional development
• Competitive benefits through the Texas A&M University System
• A rewarding experience of helping students achieve their academic and career goals

Shared Values

TAMUK employees uphold the Shared Values of Care, Integrity, Pride, Innovation, and Excellence, which form the foundation of the University’s culture and guide its strategic plan. More information on TAMUK’s Strategic Plan and Shared Values can be found here.

4DX

TAMUK employees actively engage in Franklin Covey’s 4 Disciplines of Execution (4DX) activities within their departments. TAMUK utilizes 4DX as the framework for pursuing strategic goals by creating a culture of high performance. This requires participation from all faculty and staff. More information on 4DX can be found here.

Caring Campus

TAMUK employees embody the Institute for Evidence Based Change’s Caring Campus mindset, maintaining a collegial and caring attitude towards students and each other to foster student engagement and a positive, collaborative work environment. More information on Caring Campus can be found here.

Compensation & Benefits

Commensurate with experience. Texas A&M University-Kingsville offers a career filled with purpose and opportunity in addition to competitive wages. In addition to base pay, TAMUK provides eligible employees a comprehensive Total Rewards package designed to support employees’ well-being, professional growth, and financial security.

Benefits (rules, policies, eligibility apply)

With our generous benefit package, robust professional development opportunities, strong retirement programs, and dedication to service excellence, TAMUK is a truly engaging and rewarding place to work.

• Insurance: Medical $0 - $30 per month for Employee Only coverage after university contribution ($920 value). Up to 83% of premium covered by the university: Employee and Spouse Employee and Children Employee and Family coverage
• Dental & Vision
• Life Insurance, Accidental D&D, Long Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account and Day Care Spending Account
• On-Campus Wellness Opportunities: TAMUK’s Wellness Program is designed to enrich lives through health and wellness programming that is meaningful and impactful.
• Work Life Solutions: Counseling, Work Life Assistance, Financial Resources, and Legal Resources
• Tuition Benefits: Employee Tuition Assistance Program Book scholarships Public Service Loan Forgiveness
• Retirement: Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) or Optional Retirement Plan (ORP), dependent on position
• Voluntary Tax Deferred Account/Deferred Compensation Plan
• Employee Leave: 8+ hours of vacation per month 8 hours of sick leave per month 8 hours of paid Birthday leave 12-15 paid holidays per year

Additional Information

A federal proclamation issued on September 19, 2025, imposes a $100,000 fee on new H-1B petitions filed after September 21, 2025. Texas A&M University-Kingsville will not pay this fee. If immigration sponsorship may be required for employment, consult with private immigration counsel, at the individual’s expense, is recommended to determine whether the individual’s current immigration status would make a potential offer of employment from Texas A&M University-Kingsville subject to this fee. In addition, on January 27, 2026, Texas Governor Abbott issued a moratorium on the filing of any new H-1B petitions unless approved by the Texas Workforce Commission. Accordingly, if sponsorship for employment visa status is required now or in the future, this moratorium may affect the university’s ability to employ the selected final candidate. TAMUK will adhere to applicable regulations regarding visa opportunities.

Equal Opportunity / Veterans / Disability Employer

The Texas A&M University System is one of the largest systems of higher education in the nation, with a statewide network of twelve universities, eight state agencies, a comprehensive health science center, Texas A&M-Fort Worth and Texas A&M-RELLIS. The A&M System is committed to providing an educational and work environment that is conducive to the personal and professional development of each employee. Each member institution provides equal opportunity and access to all students, employees and prospective employees. The Texas A&M System is an Equal Opportunity/ Veterans/ Disability Employer.