2026-27 AY Lecturer Pool - History

California State University, Sacramento

Sacramento (CA)

On-site

USD 67,112 - 80,387

Part time

14 days+

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Job summary

A public university in California is seeking a part-time lecturer for its Department of History. The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree in History and experience in instructional roles. Duties include course instruction, grading, and office hours. Appointments are typically made just prior to semester starts based on departmental needs. This position offers a flexible schedule and a collaborative academic environment, promoting diversity and inclusivity among faculty and students.

Qualifications

Master's degree in History required.
Ph.D. in History or Public History preferred.
Strong background in teaching methodology.

Responsibilities

Prepare and deliver lectures for undergraduate courses.
Assess student performance through grading and feedback.
Hold office hours to assist students.

Skills

Instructional skills

Grading and assessment

Class preparation

Education

Master's degree in History

Job description

Apply now Job no: 556217
Work type: Instructional Faculty - Temporary/Lecturer
Location: Sacramento
Categories: Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Faculty - Letters/Humanities, Temporary, Part Time

DEPARTMENT: History

POSITION DETAILS:

The Department of History at Sacramento State offers a standard BA in History, a BA in History with Concentration in Law and Social Justice, and a BA in History with Subject Matter Preparation in the Social Sciences for future middle and high school teachers. We also offer an MA in History and an MA in Public History. The department schedules a wide range of courses in U.S. history and in the histories of other regions of the world.

Duties of a part‑time lecturer include 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. Hires from the pool of applicants are made when there are instructional needs to fill coursework offered by an academic department based on changing enrollment patterns, changes to tenure‑track faculty assignments, and other factors that cannot be addressed with our existing faculty. Initial appointments are typically for one semester, but occasionally academic year initial appointments are made. Appointments may be renewed based on department needs, funding, and performance. Often appointments are made just prior to the start of the semester.

Rank and Salary

Initial rank and salary for lecturer faculty 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:

The salary ranges indicated are based on a "full‑time rate" (15 weighted teaching units [WTUs]). A semester's worth of compensation is made up of six (6) payments of the given amount. To calculate your salary for a semester, the base rate would be pro‑rated based on the units worked out of 15 WTUs. If you were a Lecturer A assigned 3 units at the minimum salary, your pay would be structured as follows: $5,507 x 3/15 (3 units out of a possible 15 units total) = $1101.40 x 6 checks = $6,608.40 total for 3 units/semester.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Master's degree in History

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Ph.D. in History or Public History

APPLICANT INSTRUCTIONS:

New Applicants are required to submit:

Unofficial transcript of highest degree
A list of references with contact information

California State University, Sacramento is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and has a strong institutional commitment to diversity. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or disability. Sacramento State hires only those individuals who are lawfully authorized to accept employment in the United States.

As evidenced by the values embedded in our Hornet Honor Code, Sacramento State is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all faculty, staff, students, and guests are welcome and valued. Our commitment is more than simply ensuring that our campus is free from bias and discrimination, but is one devoted to celebrating many diverse identities, life experiences, and perspectives that enrich our community, teaching and learning.

Information on the Annual Security Report (ASR) and campus safety policy is available at csus.edu/clery.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with California State University, Sacramento. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current employees who apply for the position.

Per the CSU COVID‑19 Vaccination Policy, it is strongly recommended that all California State University, Sacramento employees who are accessing office and campus facilities follow COVID‑19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications. Effective May 2023.

Candidate will be required to provide official transcripts of their highest degree earned and must furnish proof of eligibility to work in the U.S. California State University, Sacramento is not a sponsoring agent for non‑tenure track (temporary/lecturer) faculty for the H1‑B Visa.

Per CSU‑wide policy (HR2021‑04), all faculty who will begin initial employment (or return from a 12‑month break in service) on or after January 1, 2022 are required to perform their work from within the State of California. Faculty hired prior to January 1, 2022 must be available to perform work in the State of California if their assignment is in‑person.

Advertised: March 30, 2026 (8:00 AM) Pacific Daylight Time
Applications close: Open Until Filled

The Department of History is seeking candidates for part‑time lecturer positions to teach courses at both introductory and advanced levels. A minimum of a master’s degree in History is required.

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