Assistant or Associate Professor of Practice and Assistant Program Director

Assistant or Associate Professor of Practice and Assistant Program Director

Posting Number: F01882P

Department: SDSU-Construction & Concrete Industry Management

Location: Brookings, SD

The Department of Construction and Concrete Industry Management (CCIM) at South Dakota State University invites applications for an Assistant Program Director at the Assistant or Associate Professor of Practice rank within the Concrete Industry Management (CIM) program beginning August 2026. This position is ideal for a dedicated and experienced industry professional passionate about teaching and committed to shaping the future of the concrete industry. The successful candidate will bring expertise in concrete technology, construction management, and industry operations, with a strong understanding of managing people, systems, and product promotion within the concrete sector. This role is supervised by the CIM Program Director under the direction of the Department Head of Construction and Concrete Industry Management and provides the opportunity to make a lasting impact through high‑quality instruction and industry engagement. This is a 9‑month, full‑time, benefits‑eligible position, with the possibility of additional summer assignment, located in Brookings, SD.

Key Responsibilities:

• Teach undergraduate courses and/or laboratories in concrete‑related disciplines.
• Advise and mentor undergraduate students and support student competitions.
• Collaborate with industry partners to align the curriculum with current industry needs.
• Contribute to student recruitment, outreach, and retention efforts to strengthen program enrollment and industry engagement.
• Participate in departmental, college, and university committees, supporting SDSU’s mission and the CIM program’s strategic goals.

Benefits

SDState offers a wide range of benefits including medical, dental, and flexible benefits, retirement plans, paid holidays, and vacation leave. The retirement plan includes 6% matching, 9.34 hours of sick leave each month, and eleven paid holidays. 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. Relocation benefits are available per university guidelines.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a closely related field with at least 5 years of experience in construction projects using U.S. standards, or Bachelor’s degree in Concrete Industry Management with at least 2 years of experience in the concrete industry.
• Potential or ability to develop course content and teach at the college level.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Valid driver’s license or ability to obtain one within 30 days of hire, with a willingness to travel.

Preferred Qualifications

• Graduate degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a closely related field.
• Experience performing concrete test batches in a laboratory setting.
• Experience teaching concrete‑related courses at the college level.
• Supervisory or leadership experience.
• Active membership in professional organizations such as ACI, NRMCA, or similar.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

South Dakota State University promotes access to and opportunities for all to receive the benefit of and participate in education, research, and service and is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to this land‑grant access mission. SDSU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to, and SDSU prohibits unlawful discrimination of all legally protected classes in the offering of all educational programs and employment. Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by emailing Individuals with concerns regarding discrimination should contact the Equal Opportunity Officer/Title IX Coordinator, Human Resources, Morrill Hall 100, SDSU, Brookings, SD 57007. Phone: .

To apply, submit your application through SDState’s employment site and include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and references.