Posting Text
The College of Business at Black Hills State University invites applications for an Instructor of Operations Management/Business Analytics position. The position begins fall 2026 and is a one-year term position with the possibility of renewal.

Black Hills State University is a teaching-focused institution located in Spearfish, South Dakota, in the scenic Black Hills region. The College of Business is accredited by AACSB International — a distinction held by fewer than 6% of business schools worldwide — and serves approximately 400 students across campuses in Spearfish, Rapid City, and online. The college offers undergraduate programs in Business Administration with specializations including accounting, agribusiness/ranch management, business analytics, economics, finance, entrepreneurial studies, health services administration, human resource management, management, and marketing, as well as an MBA.

The successful candidate will join a collaborative, student-centered faculty committed to teaching excellence, applied scholarship, and community engagement. Effective communication, collaboration, and enthusiasm for student mentorship are central to our culture.

DUTIES AND EXPECTATIONS:
• Teach courses at the undergraduate and MBA level such as Production/Operations Management, Project Management, Business Statistics, Business Statistics II, Quantitative Decision Analysis, and Business Analytics.
• The expected teaching load is five courses per semester (5–5). Opportunities for summer teaching may also be available.
• Maintain professional engagement and currency consistent with AACSB accreditation standards for Instructor faculty (e.g., continuing education, professional certifications, and/or research consistent with achieving and maintaining SA, PA, SP, or IP status)
• Participate in student advising, recruitment, and retention activities.
• Participate in service activities at the college and university levels.
• Teach face-to-face in Spearfish and Rapid City and online.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• Master’s degree in Operations Research/Management Science, Business Analytics, Statistics, Economics, or a closely related discipline. Candidates with an MBA and substantial relevant professional experience will also be considered.
• Candidates must meet AACSB Initial Qualification standards (SA, PA, SP, or IP) at the time of hire, consistent with the College of Business’s faculty qualification standards.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• Ph.D. or DBA in one of the disciplines above.
• Evidence of quality teaching (evaluation scores, teaching awards, course design/development).
• Professional experience in productions/operations management, data analytics, information systems, or related applied work.

COMMENTS:
This is a one-year term contract with the possibility of renewal. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

BENEFITS:
Black Hills State University offers a wide range of benefits including medical, dental, and flexible benefits, retirement plans, compensation packages, paid holidays, and vacation leave. Employees also have access to internal and state-sponsored training as well as reduced tuition for state-supported courses at all State of South Dakota academic institutions.

TO APPLY:
Applications must be made online at http://Yourfuture.sdbor.edu. Please attach a letter of application, curriculum vitae, copies of unofficial transcripts, evidence of teaching effectiveness (including class evaluations if available) and the names and contact information of at least three professional references. This position is open until filled, with a first review date of August 2, 2026 @ 11PM Mountain Time. For application assistance, please contact Human Resources at 605.642.6549. Questions specific to the position may be directed to the search chair, Kyle Kopplin at [email protected].

Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by contacting Cassie Maser at 605-642-6545 or [email protected]. Employment is dependent upon a satisfactory background check.