Lecturer - Sport Law (pool)

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Colorado Springs (CO); Hybrid; USD 43,524 - 55,800; Part time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is hiring a part-time Lecturer in Sport Law for the College of Business at UCCS in Colorado Springs. This position offers an opportunity to teach undergraduate and graduate courses both in-person and online, with a pay range of $3,900 – $5,000 per course. Ideal candidates should hold a Bachelor's or Master's degree in a related field and have professional industry experience.

Successful applicants will contribute to the academic environment by providing instruction, developing learning experiences, and implementing assessment tools. Candidates must have valid work authorization in the U.S.

Qualifications

• Completed bachelor's degree required; master's degree preferred.
• Minimum three years of professional industry experience needed.
• Preferred candidates should have prior relevant teaching experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction to students in-person and online.
• Maintain and develop student learning experiences.
• Plan and implement evaluation tools for assessing student progress.

Skills

Understanding of sport management

Instructional design

Familiarity with learning management systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in sport management or related field

Master's degree in sport management or related field

Ph.D. or equivalent terminal degree

Job description

Lecturer - Sport Law (pool)

College of Business

Engage. Educate. Empower. Join UCCS as a Lecturer! This is an evergreen Lecturer Pool for the College of Business at UCCS. Applications will be reviewed on a semester-by-semester basis as business needs arise.

Who We Are: The University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) is a premier educational institution that prides itself on academic excellence, research, and community engagement and is actively seeking a Lecturer in Sport Law to join our team! UCCS offers a diverse and inclusive learning environment that fosters innovation, growth, and the holistic development of its students.

Pay Range: $3,900 – $5,000 for a 3-credit hour course. The pay rate depends on the number of courses taught, type of courses (undergraduate, graduate), and education level held by the lecturer. This position is exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act overtime provisions.

Because this appointment is temporary, you will not be eligible to receive the benefits normally provided to faculty under the standard University of Colorado benefits programs. You are not eligible to receive paid vacation leave, medical, or retirement benefits. However, you are eligible to accrue sick leave at 0.034 hours of sick leave per hour worked.

Work Location: Determined by course modality – on‑campus, online, or hybrid. Remote teaching opportunities may be available under certain conditions.

The College of Business and Administration at the University of Colorado Colorado Springs will establish and maintain a pool of Lecturers in Sport Law from which future appointments to temporary, non‑tenure track positions will be made. Appointments are part‑time (less than 50% time) and will be made semester‑by‑semester.

This position will teach Sport Law and possibly other sport management classes. Examples of courses include Sport Law and other sport management classes as needed. Classes may be on‑campus, online, or hybrid.

This is a revolving Lecturer Pool for the College of Business. If there is a course opening and your qualifications match the course and the minimum requirements, you may be contacted at that time.

The University of Colorado Colorado Springs will not sponsor work visas or permanent resident applications for this position.

Essential Functions

• Provides instruction to undergraduate/graduate students both in-person and online courses.
• Maintains, develops and schedules student learning experiences to achieve desired learning outcomes.
• Plans, develops, and implements evaluation tools to assess student progress towards course learning objectives.
• Be familiar with learning management systems, such as Canvas.
• Other duties as determined by the College of Business.

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

This position does not include new visa sponsorship for individuals outside the U.S. Candidates must already be in the United States with valid work authorization or an employment-based visa. The university will not initiate sponsorship for those who do not currently hold a U.S. work visa or authorization. If you already have valid U.S. work authorization or are on a visa that permits employment, we welcome your application.

Applicants should either reside in Colorado or be prepared to relocate within two months of starting employment. We provide support and resources to help make your transition to Colorado as smooth as possible.

The University of Colorado Colorado Springs has implemented a misconduct history check program with respect to final candidates for specific appointments. The misconduct history check program is intended to allow UCCS to collect and review information about a candidate's conduct at their previous institutions, specifically conduct related to sexual misconduct, harassment, and/or discrimination – before making hiring decisions. All final candidates for these appointments are required to complete an Authorization to Release Information and provide contact information for their previous institutions.

In accordance with the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, UCCS does not discriminate based on sex in our employment or compensation practices.

Qualifications

• A completed bachelor's degree in sport management, business law, business administration, or a closely related field with a minimum of three (3) years professional industry experience in these areas.
• OR A completed master's degree in sport management, business law, business administration, or a closely related field with a minimum of one-year professional industry experience in these areas is required.
• A terminal degree (e.g. PhD, DBA, JD) is preferred.
• Applicants with prior and relevant teaching experience are preferred.