26-27 AY Temporary Faculty Pool (Lecturer) - Criminology

26-27 AY Temporary Faculty Pool (Lecturer) - Criminology Job No: 556747 Work Type: Instructional Faculty - Temporary/Lecturer Location: Fresno Categories: Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Temporary, Part Time Instructor Responsibility Temporary faculty members are responsible for adherence to and implementation of university and system-wide policies as directed per Academic Policy Manual 306, paragraph 2. They are responsible for the preparation, delivery, conducting, proctoring, and grading (as appropriate) lectures, office hours, homework assignments, quizzes, class projects, and midterm and final exams. All classes must be offered and meet as scheduled throughout the entire semester, in the mode assigned and listed in the schedule of classes (i.e. asynchronous, synchronous, in-person, or hybrid). Conditional Appointment The appointment is contingent upon budget and enrollment considerations and is subject to the order-of-appointment provisions of the collective bargaining agreement between California State University and the California Faculty Association. Appointees must demonstrate eligibility to work in the United States. Compensation Salary ranges are established by the CSU Salary Schedule (Class Code=2358 for Academic Year Lecturers). For a Master’s degree, the range is $5,507–$6,677 per month when teaching full time (15 WTUs). Starting salaries are usually at or near the minimum of the range. Actual monthly salary will be adjusted based on the number of WTUs assigned per academic term. Pool and Semester The temporary faculty pool is continuously open and positions are filled as needed based on student enrollment and funding. The number of positions varies from semester to semester. Appointments are typically made just prior to the start of the academic term; applicants may need to be available to begin teaching on short notice. The pool remains in place for two academic terms; those wishing to continue beyond that time must reapply. Fall 2026: August 19 2026 – December 22 2026 Spring 2027: January 15 2027 – May 26 2027 Required Qualifications Education: A Master’s degree in Criminology and Criminal Justice or a closely related field from an accredited institution. Experience: Demonstrated commitment to working effectively with faculty, staff, and students from diverse ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds; experience teaching criminology/criminal‑justice related courses; experience working with criminal justice or related agencies and ability to demonstrate practical knowledge of the field. Preferred Qualifications Commitment to teaching excellence at the undergraduate level, demonstrated through prior teaching experience, evaluations or other evidence; strong organizational and communication skills; ability to develop engaging course content; commitment to student success and academic excellence; proficiency with classroom and online instructional technologies; dedication to continuous professional development; knowledge of current trends and issues in criminal justice. Application Procedures Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis as teaching positions open. Deadline to be fully considered for Fall 2026: July 1 2026 ; Spring 2027: October 31 2026 ; Announcement closing date (2026‑2027 Academic Year): March 1 2027 . Applicants must submit a cover letter addressing qualifications and experience, a list of courses they are interested and qualified in teaching, names and contact information of at least three professional references, and copies of unofficial transcripts. Letters of recommendation will be requested if the applicant is considered for hire. Complete an online application at Search for the appropriate Job Announcement, create an Applicant Profile or log in if you already have one. Equal Employment Opportunity California State University, Fresno is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining and implementing employment policies and procedures in compliance with applicable state and federal equal employment opportunity laws and regulations. Executive Orders 1096 and 1097 prohibit discrimination, harassment, and retaliation on the basis of a protected status: race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex (including gender identity), sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition and covered veteran status. Fresno State’s commitment to diversity informs our efforts in recruitment, hiring, and retention. #J-18808-Ljbffr The California State University