Sales Center Director and Instructor of Marketing

Colorado State University • Fort Collins, CO

22d • $70,000 - $77,000

About The Position

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

Requirements

• 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.
• 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.
• Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires)

Nice To Haves

• Potential for superior teaching, in sales and marketing
• 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

Responsibilities

• Teach courses and design learning activities that support student success.
• Develop and maintain course materials, assessments, and records.
• Provide guidance, feedback, and support to students while contributing to departmental goals.
• 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.

Benefits

• Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service.
• With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.
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What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director