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Posted: 21-Feb-26
Location: Athens, Ohio
Internal Number: 55814
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.
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.
Planning Unit: Patton College of Education
Department: Recreation & Sport Pedagogy
Applicants may contact this person if they have questions about this position: Bruce Martin, bruce.martin@ohio.edu.
Employment Type: full-time term
QuickLink: 55814
Advertised Salary:
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.
About Ohio University
Ohio University is home to one of the nation’s friendliest and most picturesque campuses. But more importantly, it’s where you can become part of a two-century tradition of excellence and embark upon a rewarding career that will make a real difference. From teaching and research to admissions, facilities maintenance, and residence life, our faculty and staff propel Ohio University’s mission of helping students become their best selves. OHIO offers competitive compensation and outstanding benefits. For a complete list of employment opportunities, please visit www.ohiouniversityjobs.com.Ohio University is an equal access/equal opportunity affirmative action institution. For more information about Ohio University’s policies prohibiting discrimination and harassment, visit www.ohio.edu/equity.
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