2025-26 Lecturer Pool Department of Recreation, Hospitality, and Parks Management

2025-26 Lecturer Pool Department of Recreation, Hospitality, and Parks Management

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Work type : Instructional Faculty - Temporary / Lecturer

Location : Chico

Categories : Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Faculty - Communications / Journalism

California State University (CSU), Chico is a comprehensive and residential public university, holding Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) designation. Chico State operates as part of the 22-campus CSU system, which educates the most ethnically, economically, and academically diverse student body in the nation. The University enrolls over 14,000 students, with over half identifying as first-generation college students.

Chico State is committed to recruiting outstanding candidates who reflect the intersectional identities of our student body. The ideal candidate will embrace our values predicated on the primacy of student success and the elimination of equity gaps, have demonstrated experience working with diverse populations, and will contribute to policies, programs, and practices that support an inclusive, accessible, and equitable learning and working environment. Black, Indigenous, People of Color, veterans, and those with bilingual and / or diverse abilities are encouraged to apply.

Position Title : Academic Year Lecturer

College : Communication and Education

Department / School : Recreation, Hospitality, and Parks Management

Lecturer A / 2 Full-Time Equivalent Salary Range : $5,507 – $6,677 per month

Lecturer B / 3 Full-Time Equivalent Salary Range : $6,221 – $13,224 per month

Lecturer C / 4 Full-Time Equivalent Salary Range : $6,825 – $14,523 per month

Lecturer D / 5 Full-Time Equivalent Salary Range : $8,593 – $15,211 per month

Anticipated hiring range is generally at or near the minimum of the appropriate range, commensurate with education and experience. Most new lecturers are hired at the Lecturer A or B rank. See the Faculty Salaries At-a-Glance guide for more information.

Priority Review Date : 04 / 14 / 25; complete applications received after that date may be considered as needs arise.

Position Summary :

The Recreation, Hospitality, and Parks Management Department in the College of Communication and Education is collecting application materials for a pool of lecturers with positions available as determined by need during the 2025-26 academic year. Courses in need of coverage may include parks and recreation management courses and general hospitality / tourism courses. Appointments from the lecturer pool are temporary and often occur just before the start of the academic term.

Minimum Qualifications :

The minimum education requirement for a lecturer appointment is a master's degree in recreation, hospitality, parks, or related fields. A bachelor's degree with at least 5 years of managerial position(s) in the field of professional recreation, hospitality, and / or parks may be considered.

Preferred Qualifications :

Preferred qualifications include a PhD or previous teaching experience. Candidates with an ability and interest in teaching recreation, hospitality, or parks management are preferred. Bilingual candidates will be given preference.

Responsibilities :

Lecturer positions in the department carry responsibilities in the areas of teaching undergraduate courses. Teaching assignments are based upon the qualifications of the individual and the needs of the department.

How to Apply :

Applicants must provide :

• A current cover letter (including how you have addressed, or plan to address teaching to diverse student groups)
• A copy of unofficial transcripts for your highest earned degree
• Contact information of three professional references

Additional information may be requested at a later time. All applicants must apply online; applications submitted via email or in-person to the department will not be considered. For information about specific courses offered, please refer to the University Catalog.

About Chico State :

Graduate and undergraduate programs boast high-quality research experiences, exceptional faculty mentoring, and civic and global engagement opportunities. The campus motto, "Today Decides Tomorrow," is brought to life by inclusive pedagogy, experiential learning, and co-curricular programming. The Chico Experience prepares students to be critical thinkers, engaged citizens, and inspired stewards of environmental, social, and economic resources. Together, they will become leaders solving the challenges of the 21st century.

Chico State is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, or protected veteran status and only employ individuals authorized to work in the U.S.

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