Division of Professional Studies Imperial Valley Lecturer Pool 2026-2027

Description The Division of Professional Studies at SDSU Imperial Valley is accepting applications for the 2026-2027 part‑time lecturer pool. SDSU Imperial Valley is a college and branch campus within San Diego State University, located approximately 120 miles from the San Diego main campus on the border with Mexico. We welcome applications from prospective temporary faculty with expertise or experience in various subjects, including Criminal Justice, Public Administration, Public Health, and Sociology. All current and previous SDSU Imperial Valley lecturers must submit a new application every academic year to be considered for classes. The application period is from the spring through the summer before the fall semester of the academic year and is valid through the spring semester of the subsequent year. Appointment Details Temporary appointments may be either full‑ or part‑time. Appointments from the part‑time pool are often made just prior to the start of the academic term, so applicants must be available on very short notice. The fall term begins mid‑August and ends late‑December; the spring term begins mid‑January and ends mid‑May. Opportunities for teaching during the summer sessions may also be available. Initial appointments are typically one semester or one academic year, to be renewed contingent on satisfactory evaluations and continuing availability of work. Applications will remain in our applicant pool during the academic year you apply. Qualifications Graduate degree (PhD or Doctorate, or master’s degree) in City Planning, Criminal Justice, Emergency Management, Homeland Security, Law, Political Science, Public Administration, Public Health, Public Policy, Sociology, or Urban Studies University‑level teaching experience Real‑world practitioner experience in their field Applicants must be able to teach in the course’s assigned modality Application Requirements Curriculum Vitae Contact information for three (3) professional references (new employees only) Cover letter (new employees only) Unofficial transcripts (new employees only) Disclosure of any final administrative or final judicial decision within the last seven years determining that the applicant committed sexual harassment, as required by Education Code 89521 Authorization for background checks, including a criminal records check, if becoming a finalist Confirmation of compliance with the mandated reporter duties under CSU Executive Order 1083 Salary Ranges (As of July 2024) Lecturer A: $5,507 - $6,677 Lecturer B: $6,221 - $13,224 Lecturer C: $6,825 - $14,523 Lecturer D: $8,593 - $15,211 Inquiries For application inquiries, please email Dr. David Kanaan at View email address on click.appcast.io Equal Opportunity and Excellence in Education and Employment All university programs and activities are open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, San Diego State University (SDSU) provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities. SDSU complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California’s Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable state and federal anti‑discrimination laws, and CSU’s Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices. SDSU is a diverse community of individuals who represent many perspectives, beliefs and identities, committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and intellectually vibrant environment. We cultivate a culture of open dialogue, mutual respect, and belonging to support educational excellence and student success. Through academic programs, student organizations and activities, faculty initiatives, and community partnerships, we encourage meaningful engagement with diverse perspectives. As a higher education institution, we are dedicated to advancing knowledge and empowering individuals to reach their full potential by prioritizing inclusive curriculum development, faculty and staff training, student mentorship, and comprehensive support programs. At SDSU, excellence is built on merit, talent, diversity, accessibility, and equal opportunity for all. #J-18808-Ljbffr The California State University