Job Description

Position Summary:

The Department of Marketing in the College of Business at Colorado State University invites applications for a 9-month appointment as Director of the Sales Center and Instructor of Marketing. This is a full-time 9-month non-tenure track appointment with benefits at the Instructor, Senior Instructor, or Master Instructor rank. This position is eligible for 1 month summer support. The teaching load for this position is six courses, to be determined by the Department chair, which includes a 2 course release for administrative duties as Director of the Sales Center.

The anticipated start date for this position is January 2027.

Learn more about the Department of Marketing: https://biz.colostate.edu/student-experience/departments/department-of-marketing

Full Consideration Date:

For full consideration, please apply by 11:59pm (MT) October 1, 2026. Open until filled.

Essential Job Duties:

• Provide strategic leadership for the Sales Center, defining vision, priorities, and initiatives that elevate the Center’s academic, professional, and regional impact within the College of Business and the University.
• Deliver undergraduate and graduate instruction in sales and related business disciplines, including courses in the Business minor and potentially MBA programs, through in-person, evening, and online formats to meet College instructional needs.
• Design, coordinate, and execute all aspects of course delivery, including syllabus development, lectures, assignments, assessments, student advising, and final grade submission, ensuring consistency across multiple sections and instructors when applicable.
• Develop and sustain corporate, alumni, and donor partnerships, securing financial and in-kind support through sponsorships, fundraising events, and relationship cultivation to ensure the Center’s long-term sustainability.
• Guide the Sales Center toward national accreditation, including alignment with University Sales Center Alliance standards, documentation, and continuous improvement efforts.
• Oversee student engagement and professional development initiatives, including sales competitions, student organizations, workshops, and experiential learning opportunities, in collaboration with faculty and external partners.
• Represent the Sales Center internally and externally, managing Center events, serving as the primary liaison to industry and community stakeholders, and advancing the Center’s visibility and reputation; perform other related duties as assigned.

Decision Making:

• Coordinate and collaborate with faculty and instructors to strengthen curricula and expand academic offerings.
• Set strategic priorities for the Sales Center, including programming focus, partnership development, accreditation readiness, and resource allocation.
• Decide which corporate partnerships, sponsorships, and fundraising opportunities to pursue, balancing educational value, financial impact, and alignment with the Center’s mission.
• Make decisions regarding student programming and professional development activities, including competitions, workshops, and other events that enhance student outcomes and employer engagement.
• Evaluate and adjust Center priorities, based on student participation, partner feedback, budget considerations, and institutional goals.

Supervision:

• 1 full-time AP employee, the Sales Center Coordinator.

Conditions of Employment:

• Occasional travel associated with center-related activities such as student competitions, corporate partner relationship development and maintenance, etc.
• Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires).
• The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States by the proposed start date; the Marketing Department will not sponsor a visa for this position now nor in the future.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in business, marketing, sales, or a related field.
• Evidence of effective teaching at the college/university level or strong potential for success in the classroom.
• Experience in fundraising, donor/alumni relations, or building corporate partnerships.
• Experience with strategic planning, program development, event management, or leading strategic initiatives in higher education or industry.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, flexibility, and collegiality are essential.
• Ability to effectively coordinate with other faculty members and contribute to improving the content and delivery of the departmental courses is also required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Potential for superior teaching, in sales and marketing:
  • For those applying to Instructor rank: 0–6 years of teaching experience.
  • For those applying to Senior Instructor rank: 6–12 years of teaching experience.
  • For those applying to Master Instructor rank: 12+ years of teaching experience.
• Professional experience in sales, sales management; or business development.
• Ability to meet and maintain AACSB academic qualification criteria.
• Demonstrated ability and success in outreach activities with alumni, friends, donors, corporations and organizations.
• Administrative experience managing and overseeing a program, center, or institute in higher education.

Application Instructions:

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. However, for full consideration, please apply by 11:59pm (MT) October 1, 2026.

Applicants will be expected to provide:

• A cover letter indicating interest in the position at Colorado State University along with a description of the applicant’s ability to meet the position’s required and preferred qualifications.
• A resume.
• A statement of teaching philosophy.

Salary Range

$71,000 – $115,000 (9-month academic year appointment)
Base salary and faculty rank are commensurate with university-level (applicable) teaching experience, aligned with the following guidelines:

Instructor: $71,000 – $77,000 (typically 0–6 years of experience)
Senior Instructor: $85,000 – $95,000 (typically 6–12 years of experience)
Master Instructor: $100,000 – $115,000 (typically 12+ years of experience)

Additional Compensation
This position includes the responsibilities of Sales Director. While serving in this administrative capacity, the hire will receive the following additional compensation package:
Administrative Stipend: An additional $20,000 annually for serving as Director.
Summer Compensation: 1 month of summer salary, calculated at 1/9 academic year appointment salary for serving as Director.
Course Release: A 2-course reduction (from an 8 course load) per academic year to allow for dedicated director duties.

Required Application Documents

To apply, please upload the following applicant documents. Ensure your materials fully address the required and preferred job qualifications of the position. Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

Cover Letter, Resume/CV, Statement of Teaching/Research Philosophy

Employee Benefits

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Background Check Policy Statement

Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

EEO

Colorado State University (CSU) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.