| Location | Spearfish, SD |
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Logo Institution Black Hills State University Working Title Instructor, Operations Management/Business Analytics Posting Number F01931P Department BHSU - College of Business Physical Location of Position (City) Spearfish 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.
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This is a one-year term contract with the possibility of renewal. Sponsorship is not available for this position.
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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 Kyle.Kopplin@bhsu.edu.
Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by contacting Cassie Maser at 605-642-6545 or Cassie.Maser@bhsu.edu. Employment is dependent upon a satisfactory background check.
Posting Date 07/27/2026 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes First Consideration Date 08/02/2026 Advertised Salary $65,000 Duration of the Term 9 months If Other, describe duration Appointment Percent 100% Tenure Status Term Proposed Rank Instructor Work Hours Typical Hours Worked Per Week Appointment Type Regular Scope of Search External (includes Internal) If internal, define scope of search Department Description and Cultural Expectations
Black Hills State University is a masters-level state university with more than 3,600 students. The campus leads the region in sustainability efforts and maintains top academic programs in business (AACSB Accredited), exercise science, natural sciences, social sciences, the arts, mass communication, health sciences and education. The University, founded in 1883, is located in the northern Black Hills, a region abundant with outdoor activity and culture. Spearfish, S.D., is recognized as one of the top 10 most livable small towns in the USA and has also been recognized nationally for outdoor recreational opportunities. A second location, BHSU-RC, is in Rapid City, the state's second-largest city. BHSU, a member of NCAA Division II athletics, offers 14 sports, and has a legacy of champion rodeo teams.
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Black Hills State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Black Hills State University and the Board of Regents ensure that all employment practices are free of discrimination.
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