Lecturer I or II - Hospitality

SUMMARY

Stephen F. Austin State University invites applications for an Assistant Professor-in-Practice of Hospitality Administration. The university seeks a student-centered educator and experienced hospitality professional who can connect industry practices with classroom instruction and prepare students for successful careers in hospitality management.

The successful candidate will provide engaging instruction, mentor students, develop experiential learning opportunities, and strengthen relationships with hospitality employers and community partners. This position emphasizes excellence in teaching, professional practice, and service to the program and university.

Preferred Qualifications

• Seven or more years of hospitality industry experience, including senior management, multi-unit leadership, business ownership, or comparable operational responsibility.
• Successful college-level teaching experience, particularly in hospitality administration or related applied business disciplines.
• Experience teaching in online or hybrid environments and using learning management systems.
• Professional experience spanning multiple hospitality sectors or operational departments.
• Experience coordinating internships, supervising student employees, mentoring emerging professionals, or developing employer partnerships.
• Relevant professional certifications in hospitality operations, revenue management, meetings and events, food safety, or related areas.
• Experience using hospitality technologies, such as property management systems, revenue management tools, point-of-sale systems, event management platforms, or business analytics applications.
• Evidence of successful curriculum development, assessment of student learning, or incorporation of industry certifications into coursework.
• Active participation in hospitality professional associations and an established network that can support internships, guest speakers, applied projects, and graduate employment.
• Experience with student recruitment, student organizations, community engagement, or service-learning initiatives.

JOB DESCRIPTION

This is a full-time, nine-month, faculty position responsible for teaching undergraduate and/or graduate courses. Works under limited supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Reports to the chair.

QUALIFICATIONS

Master’s degree in the field in which the individual will be teaching is required.

Practical experience sufficient to teach at the university level, through teaching or profession, is required. Experience teaching at the university level is preferred.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

1. Performs an equivalent of thirty teaching load credits (TLC) for the combined fall and spring semesters; reduction of teaching load through reassignment of duties is possible under certain circumstances.
2. May conduct supplemental instructional activities such as independent studies, internships, and advising.

NON-ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

1. Provides services to the university and the profession and engages in research/scholarly/creative activities.
2. May supervise the work of student and/or graduate assistants.
3. May serve on departmental, college, and university committees.
4. Performs other related duties as assigned.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.

1. Knowledge and practical experience in the field in which the individual will be teaching.
2. Ability to effectively teach undergraduate and/or graduate students.
3. Ability to work within a collaborative faculty environment.
4. Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.
5. Ability to work effectively and patiently with students.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Safety Statement

Stephen F. Austin State University recognizes the potential for accidents in performing job-related tasks. SFA promotes a safe working environment. Employees will be responsible for completing assigned tasks safely and efficiently. Employee evaluations will include safe job performance.

This is a security-sensitive position subject to criminal record check.

This is an IT-sensitive position subject to the Computer and Network Security policy.

Sponsorship Statement

In accordance with USCIS regulations, successful applicants must be legally able to accept work in the United States. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

This position is eligible for participation in the Optional Retirement Program (ORP), subject to the position being full-time and at least 4 1/2 months in length, or the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) retirement plan, subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

For resources regarding retirement and benefits, navigate to the University of Texas System Employee Benefit page.

Additional benefits for SFA employees are detailed on the SFA Benefits page.