Choral Music Lecturer for University Choir — Fall 2026

Lecturer — MUSC 194/394 — University Choir (Fall 2026) Apply now Job no: 557984 Work type: Instructional Faculty — Temporary/Lecturer Location: San Marcos Categories: Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Faculty - Fine/Performing Arts, Temporary, Part Time Semester: Fall 2026 Day/Time: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 4:00-5:15 pm Modality: In-person College: College of Humanities, Arts, Behavioral & Social Sciences Department: School of Arts — Theatre Department The Department of Music at California State University San Marcos seeks a part‑time lecturer for Fall 2026 to coteach MUSC 194/394 University Choir. Salary is commensurate with credentials and experience. Course Description Choir specializes in many different musical styles. Performances include works from jazz, traditional, popular, and classical repertoires. Emphasis is placed on correct vocal and performance techniques and improvement of musical skills. Qualifications A master's degree in music Higher Education Teaching Experience Per the California State University’s Out‑of‑State Employment Policy, the CSU is prohibited from hiring employees to perform CSU‑related work outside California. Working in the State of California is a condition of employment. Preferred Qualifications A doctorate in vocal or choral music Preference for applicants who demonstrate intercultural competence and a commitment to serving our campus community as it relates to teaching and, as applicable, service. Salary Anticipated Hiring Salary Range: $5,507–$8,000 per full‑time month Salary schedule information for the Lecturer – Academic Year Classification is available based on the following ranges: CSU Classification Salary Range Lecturer A – AY: $5,507–$6,677 per full‑time month CSU Classification Salary Range Lecturer B – AY: $6,221–$13,224 per full‑time month The anticipated hiring range is generally at or near the minimum of the appropriate range, commensurate with education and experience. Application Completed faculty application Contact information for three current references Letter of interest Link to a choral performance where the candidate is conducting Timeline A review of applications will begin on May 27, 2026; however, the position will remain open until filled. California State University San Marcos is an Equal Opportunity Employer strongly committed to promoting diversity in all areas of the campus community. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to age, physical or mental disability, gender or sex, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion or religious creed, sexual orientation, and veteran or military status. Mandatory reporting: The position holder is a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with CSU Executive Order 1083. This position is subject to employment verification, education verification, reference checks, and criminal record checks. An offer of appointment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, and may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information or if the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position. Education Code 89521 Requirements: Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant’s current and former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct. The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act or Clery Act Notification can be found at Clery Act Notification. Advertised: May 21 2026 Pacific Daylight Time Applications close: Dec 18 2026 Pacific Standard Time #J-18808-Ljbffr The California State University