2026-27 AY Lecturer Pool - Construction Management

The California State University; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 3,000 - 6,000; Part time

Job summary

The Construction Management program at Sacramento State seeks a part-time lecturer to deliver courses, prepare materials, and assess students. Responsibilities include instructional delivery, grading, and maintaining office hours, with assignments set by the Department Chair under College leadership.

Appointments are typically for one semester and depend on enrollment and budget. Qualified candidates hold a Bachelor's in a relevant field with 5+ years of professional experience; a Master's

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in relevant field with 5+ years of professional experience.
• Preferred MS degree and prior university teaching experience.
• Professional engineering experience and board registration preferred.

Responsibilities

• Instruct CM courses and deliver lectures.
• Prepare lesson plans and course materials.
• Grade assignments and provide timely feedback.
• Hold regular office hours for student support.
• Coordinate with Department Chair on course scheduling and needs.

Skills

Teaching

Course planning

Student assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Master's degree in relevant field

Job description

Position Overview

The Construction Management (CM) program at Sacramento State prepares students to enter professional practice immediately upon graduation. The curriculum emphasizes practical, hands‑on learning through laboratories, field experiences, and project‑based coursework. CM graduates are highly recognized and valued by regional employers, and many advance quickly into leadership roles on major construction projects.

As a part‑time lecturer in the CM program, you will be responsible for instruction, class preparation, grading, and office hours. Other duties may be assigned based on departmental needs. Course assignments, including dates, time, and modality, are made by the Department Chair under the direction of the College Dean.

Part‑time lecturers are instructional faculty with conditional appointments based on enrollment and budget. Appointments are normally for one semester and may be renewed based on department needs, funding, and performance.

Rank and Salary

Initial rank and salary are based on professional experience and educational background and are determined by the hiring department. Most new lecturers are hired at the Lecturer A or B rank. As of July 2024, the classification salary ranges for the respective ranks are based on a full‑time rate (15 weighted teaching units). A semester’s worth of compensation is made up of six payments as described in the original release.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in the relevant field with a minimum of five years of relevant professional experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in the relevant field.
• Prior teaching experience at the university level.
• Professional engineering experience and board registration.

Application Instructions

• Unofficial transcripts of highest degree.
• A list of references with contact information.

Equal Opportunity Employment

California State University, Sacramento is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment 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. Sacramento State hires only individuals who are lawfully authorized to accept employment in the United States.