Part-Time Faculty of Sport Management - Sport in Society

Job Family Group:

Faculty

Time Type:

Part time

Department/Office:

Sports Management

Exemption Status:

Exempt

Job Description:

Trinity University is seeking a Part-Time Faculty for the Fall 2026 semester to teach the following course(s):

SPMT-1412-2: Sport in Society

 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Typical responsibilities of part-time faculty members include but are not limited to:

• Developing the course syllabus and ensuring that the syllabus meets departmental and University standards

• Designing and delivering lectures, discussions, in-class activities, and assignments

• Grading assigned papers, quizzes, and exams

• Assigning early, midterm, and final grades in compliance with University deadlines

• Maintaining office hours as directed by the department chair or program director

• Making student accommodations as determined by the Office of Student Accessibility Services

• Adhering to all instructional policies as published in the Faculty Handbook and the Courses of Study Bulletin

APPOINTMENT DETAILS

This is a one semester appointment beginning August 2026 and is non-renewable. 

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION

Required: Master’s degree in Sport Management, Sociology, Management, or related field.

Preferred: Ph.D. or Ed.D. in Sport Management, Sociology, or related field.

EXPERIENCE

Required:

• Demonstrated commitment to Trinity’s value of intentional inclusion

• Evidence of teaching excellence at the undergraduate level

• Experience teaching related sport management courses

Preferred:

• Experience teaching sport sociology courses

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• Mastery of the relevant subject matter

• Ability to deliver engaging lectures, discussions, or in-class activities

• Ability to design rigorous and meaningful assignments

• Commitment to the liberal arts mission of Trinity University

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

All work is completed in a Trinity classroom and with rare exceptions, all classes are taught in person. 

ATTENDANCE

On-site and in person teaching is required and expected. The class meets two days a week. Office hours can be scheduled to occur via Zoom, but they do need to be clearly stated on the syllabus. 

HOW TO APPLY

For internal applicants, please apply through Workday using the 'Jobs Hub' application, see instructions provided here.

For external applicants, when starting the application, select "Apply Manually.” Only complete fields with a red asterisk, which are required. Please create your Workday application account using a personal email address, as you will need to maintain access to this account throughout the pre-hire process, if selected. 

For all applicants, you do not need to complete the “(Work) Experience,” “Education,” “Certifications,” or “Languages” fields - these details will be provided in your curriculum vitae.

In the “Application Documents” field, please upload the following, each as a separate pdf file [note: a maximum of five (5) files can be uploaded]:

• Cover letter 

• Curriculum vitae or resume 

• Names and contact information for three professional references

• Provide a short memo describing your commitment to inclusive excellence and how you see that manifesting in the sport sociology course.
   

CONTACT INFORMATION

Dr. Jacob K. Tingle, Search Committee Chair, Sport Management Minor at jtingle@trinity.edu 

Please ensure that all required documents are uploaded prior to submitting an application. If you have revisions needed to an application already submitted or need help submitting an application, please contact Human Resources at 210-999-7507 or email humanresources@trinity.edu.