Lecturer

Position Title Professor of Practice – Full‑time Lecturer Department and Program Construction Management (CM) Department, Sacramento State Position Summary The Professor of Practice is a non‑tenure‑track faculty appointment that brings the expertise of distinguished construction management professionals into the academic environment to enhance student learning and strengthen connections with industry partners. Duties / Responsibilities Teach undergraduate construction management courses in the applicant’s areas of expertise. Participate in curriculum and coursework development. Advise and mentor students, assist with orientations. Contribute to department, college, and university level committee work. Engage in student‑related activities, such as coaching teams for student competitions, serving as a student club faculty advisor, or supporting the summer bootstrap program. Identify construction field‑trip locations, obtain permission to visit sites, and lead student field trips. Complete additional work in service of the department as required (3 WTUs per semester). Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in construction management, architecture, civil or mechanical engineering, or a similar profession. Seven years (minimum) domestic construction experience in commercial building, engineering, or specialty subcontracting segments. Professional experience with responsibility and authority to plan, schedule, monitor, and control construction projects or significant portions of large projects. Demonstrated competency in at least one of the following areas: estimating; project management; planning and scheduling; construction operations and productivity management; construction safety; computer applications in construction; labor relations or construction law; or specialty contracting (e.g., MEPF). Excellent communication skills. Ability and commitment to effectively teach undergraduate courses to a diverse student population. Commitment to enhance interaction with the construction industry in support of the CM Program. Preferred Qualifications College‑level teaching experience. Local and/or regional construction industry experience. Contemporary estimating and project management experience. Master’s degree in construction, civil engineering, or a related discipline. Other professional degrees (MBA, juris doctorate, etc.) may also be considered when combined with a bachelor’s degree in a related field. Appointment & Compensation Full‑time instructional position, one academic year fixed term, renewable contingent upon funding, programmatic need, and performance. The position is equivalent to 15 weighted teaching units (WTUs) per semester: 12 WTUs instructional duties and 3 WTUs for additional departmental work. Salary range for Lecturer B is $6,221–$13,224 (full‑time rate). Application Instructions Review of applications will begin May 20; the position will remain open until filled. Cover Letter – statement identifying the areas of the Construction Management curriculum in which you are qualified and prepared to teach. Statement of Professional Experience – detailed narrative of construction management experience, including project scope(s) under your direct supervision and specific roles. Curriculum Vitae or Resumé – include software competency list, three recent references with contact information, unofficial transcripts, statement of teaching philosophy, and inclusivity/diversity statement. Equal Employment Opportunity California State University, Sacramento is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or disability. Background Check Applicants must undergo a background check, including a criminal records check, before a position can be offered. COVID‑19 Vaccination Policy Effective May 2023, employees accessing office and campus facilities are strongly recommended to follow COVID‑19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the CDC and the California COVID‑19 vaccination policy. Employees should consult the campus policies for additional guidance. #J-18808-Ljbffr