26-27 AY Temporary Faculty Pool (Lecturer)- Recreation Administration

Job no: 557050 Work type: Instructional Faculty - Temporary/Lecturer Location: Fresno Department Overview The Department of Recreation Administration provides five option areas with a BS in Recreation Administration. The department has strong programs in community and youth, special events and tourism, outdoor recreation, recreation therapy and sport and entertainment facility management. The department is committed to community engagement. The Department of Recreation Administration is one of seven departments in the College of Health and Human Services. Position Summary The successful applicant may teach recreation, tourism, outdoor recreation, special event, sport and entertainment facility management courses. RA 117 (Special Events and Tourism) RA 131 (Foundations of Special Events and Tourism) or other classes that may be identified as needed to fulfill educational goals of current students. Instructor Responsibilities 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. Instructors 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 Appointment is contingent upon budget and enrollment considerations and subject to order of assignment provisions in the collective bargaining agreement between California State University and California Faculty Association. These provisions state the “Order of Work,” or the order in which available courses must be assigned to faculty, starting with tenure line faculty and ending with new lecturer appointees. Appointees must demonstrate eligibility to work in the United States. California State University, Fresno does not sponsor Temporary Faculty for work visas. Compensation Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience within the salary range placement. The salary range for Temporary Faculty with a Master’s degree 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 term. Anticipated Semester Fall 2026: August 19, 2026 – December 22, 2026 Spring 2027: January 15, 2027 – May 26, 2027 Required Qualifications Education : A Master’s degree in Recreation and Parks Administration or a closely related field from an accredited institution or foreign equivalent. Experience : Demonstrated commitment to working effectively with faculty, staff, and students from diverse ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds. Preferred Qualifications A PhD/EdD in Recreation Parks and Tourism. A commitment to teaching excellence at the undergraduate level, which may be exhibited through prior teaching experiences and teaching evaluations or other evidence. Successful teaching experience at the undergraduate level. Application Procedures Review of applications continues on a rolling basis as teaching positions open. Review may begin as early as June 15, 2026 for a Fall 2026 assignment. Deadline is July 1, 2026 to be fully considered for Fall 2026 hiring. Projected deadline is October 31, 2026 to be fully considered for Spring 2027 hiring. Projected job announcement closing date is March 1, 2027. Complete an online application at search for the appropriate Job Announcement, create an Applicant Profile or login if you already have an Applicant Profile, and attach the following materials: Cover letter addressing qualifications and experience, and list of courses you are interested and qualified in teaching. Curriculum vitae. Names and contact information of at least three professional references. Do not submit or attach letters. If considered for hire, the committee will request current letters of recommendation. Copies of unofficial transcripts from all relevant educational programs. Inquiries Contact Dr. Michael Mahoney, Chair, Email: View email address on click.appcast.io Additional Requirements Background check (including criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily. Position is considered a “limited reporter” under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and requires compliance with CSU Executive Order 1083. Faculty must work within the State of California for initial employment or if their assignment is in‑person. Applicants must disclose any final administrative or judicial decision determining sexual harassment within the last 7 years if they meet minimum qualifications. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement California State University, Fresno 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 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 is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. The position will remain open until filled. #J-18808-Ljbffr