Lecturer - ENVS 300: - Environmental Problems and Solutions (Fall 2026)

ENVS 300: Environmental Problems and Solutions Position: Lecturer Semester: Fall 2026 Day/Time: Mondays, from 11:30 to 2:20 p.m. Modality: In-person College: College of Humanities, Arts, Behavioral and Social Sciences Department: Environment & Geography Course Description Explores imminent global environmental problems and how society is responding to those problems with innovative solutions. Introduces several ideological, environmental, and socio-economic factors that contribute to the production of environmental problems and solutions. Draws parallels between specific environmental problems and their possible solutions. Minimum Qualifications A master's degree in environmental studies, environmental science, geography, sociology, political science, sustainability, or a closely related field. Demonstrated knowledge of global environmental issues and societal responses. Experience teaching at the college level or evidence of strong potential for effective undergraduate teaching. Per the California State University's Out-of-State Employee Policy, the CSU is prohibited from hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside of California. Working in the State of California is a condition of employment. Preferred Qualifications A doctorate in Environmental Studies or a related discipline. Prior experience teaching courses on global environmental change, sustainability, environmental policy, or related subjects. Demonstrated expertise in analyzing ideological, socio-economic, and environmental factors contributing to environmental problems. Experience teaching diverse student populations and employing culturally responsive pedagogical practices. Familiarity with solution-oriented approaches to environmental challenges, such as technological innovation, policy interventions, or community-based strategies. Salary Anticipated Hiring Salary Range: $5,507 - $8,000 per full-time month Compliance & Equal Opportunity 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. 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. The person holding this position is considered a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. 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, including a criminal records check, and may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. 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, and before an offer of employment is extended. 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/or 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Broughton Group