Dynamic Education Facilitator and Program Designer

College of Continuing Education (CCE) - Instructor/Facilitator

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Work type: Extended Education Instructor
Location: Sacramento
Categories: Excluded, Temporary, Time Varies, Education Support Professionals, On-site (work in-person at business location), Telecommute eligible (work onsite as scheduled and/or as requested and telecommute as scheduled)

College of Continuing Education – Instructor/Facilitator

Work type: Staff
Location: Varies; Sacramento County and throughout California

FLSA :Non-Exempt

Categories: E99, Temporary, Part Time, Time Varies

DEPARTMENT: College of Continuing Education

POSITION DETAILS:

The College of Continuing Education (CCE) provides training, facilitation, mediation, and conference and event management services, in addition to offering academicallygrounded programs including noncredit courses, contract education, certificates, credentials, degree completion programs, graduate programs, youth academies, and travel study programs to meet the unique needs of diverse organizations and learners throughout California and the world. Our Instructors/Facilitators and staff design and deliver these programs and services making continuing education a reality for people of all ages including adult learners, traditional aged learners, and youth learners. The many programs complement university offerings to the region and beyond, and extend access to the university. For more information, visit the Sacramento State, College of Continuing Education website at

The needs for subject area expertise varies, but include:

• Designing and developing comprehensive programs and offerings, including lesson plans and materials, for synchronous and asynchronous environments.
• Delivering training, programs, or services using approved curriculum
• Facilitating interactive and engaging sessions and offerings for diverse organizations and learners
• Assessing learner understanding and adjusting plans as needed
• Collaborating with CCE and clients on organizational development solutions
• Maintaining up to date knowledge of industry trends and best practices related to the field of expertise
• Performing administrative duties as required
• Other duties may be assigned based on departmental needs

Offerings and services may occur throughout the entire work week and weekends. They may be during days or evenings. Services and offerings are provided in-person at various locations (travel may be required) and/or on-line.

Instructors/Facilitators are considered staff employees, not Faculty or Lecturers of Sacramento State. This classification is an excluded classification, meaning the position is not represented by a bargaining unit, nor does it include benefits such as medical, dental, vacation leave, etc.

Rank and Salary

Salary for Instructors/Facilitators are based on professional experience and educational background and are determined by the hiring department. Hourly salary rates can vary from $25.00/hour to $200.00/hour. Alternatively, some offerings are paid according to a calculation based on the instructors rank, the number of units of the course, and the number of students enrolled.

Assignments, including dates, time, and modality, are made by the Program Director under the direction of the College Dean.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Required qualifications vary by offering and may include:

• A Bachelor's Degree in a related field and/or relevant professional certification. One year of relevant experience may be substituted for each year of required education.
• Experience providing training and/or facilitation to adult audiences in a classroom setting.
• Experience and proven expertise in adult learning principles and instructional design.
• Knowledge of strong andragogical practices for classroom organization, planning, and effective execution of instruction.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and dynamic presentation skills.
• Commitment to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive work and learning environment.
• Subject matter expertise in specific content area or discipline.
• For some assignments: advanced degree and/or terminal degree in content area or related discipline.
• Examples of content areas of experience include one or more of the following areas: Leadership, Interpersonal Communications, Change Management, Conflict Management, Process Improvement, Project Management, and Coaching and Mentoring.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s Degree in a related field
• Certifications in a related field

APPLICANT INSTRUCTIONS:

Applicants are required tosubmit:

3. Unofficial transcripts of highest degree or degree required for position

4. List of references with contact information

Sacramento State is located in the heart of California’s capital city, five miles from State Capitol. The lush, 300-acre campus is situated along the American River, close to numerous bike trails and other recreational areas. Sacramento, also known as the “Farm-to-Fork Capital,” is one of the most ethnically diverse and livable cities in the country, with a population of half of a million. Sacramento State is a Hispanic and AANAPISI serving institution with about 31,000 students coming not only from the Greater Sacramento Region, but also from across the state, country, and world. Our 1,800 faculty and 1,500 staff are committed to meeting our mission:

As evidenced by the values embedded in our Hornet Honor Code , Sacramento State is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all faculty, staff, students, and guests are welcome and valued. Our commitment is more than simply ensuring that our campus is free from bias and discrimination, but is one devoted to celebrating many diverse identities, life experiences, and perspectives that enrich our community, teaching and learning.

To learn more about why you should join the Hornet Family, please visit the Why Sac State? page.

Equal Employment Opportunity
California State University, Sacramento is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity in all areas. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or disability. Sacramento State hires only those individuals who are lawfully authorized to accept employment in the United States.

Jeanne Clery Campus Safety ActNotification:

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act, the current Annual Security Report (ASR) is available for viewing at .

The ASR contains the current security and safety-related policy statements, emergency preparedness and evacuation information, crime prevention and sexual assault prevention information, and drug and alcohol prevention programming. The ASR also contains statistics ofCleryAct crimes for Sacramento State for the last three (3) calendar years. Paper copies are available upon request by emailing the Clery Director at View email address on click.appcast.io .

Under the Clery Act, this position may be designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) depending upon the role on campus and/or job duties. If this position is identified by the Director of Clery Compliance as a CSA position, you will be notified via email and will be assigned the appropriate training in CSU Learn.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with California State University, Sacramento. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current California State University, Sacramento employees who apply for 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, 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 a/legations of misconduct.

Out of State Employment

Sacramento State University, as part of the CSU system, is a State of California Employer. As such, the University requires all employees (up)on date of hire to reside in the State of California.

Candidate must furnish proof of eligibility to work in the United States. California State University, Sacramento is not a sponsoring agency for staff and management positions (i.e. H-1-B Visa).

Advertised: December 16, 2025 (9:00 AM) Pacific Standard Time
Applications close: December 31, 2026 (11:55 PM) Pacific Standard Time

• On-site (work in-person at business location) 1
• Telecommute eligible (work onsite as scheduled and/or as requested and telecommute as scheduled) 1