26-27 AY Temporary Faculty Pool (Lecturer) - Civil Engineering

California State University - Fresno; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 61,458 - 74,515; Part time

Job summary

California State University - Fresno is seeking part-time lecturers for the Temporary Faculty Pool in Civil Engineering. Candidates should hold a Master’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field. Responsibilities include teaching various engineering courses and adhering to university policies. The position is contingent on budget and enrollment. The expected pay range is between $5,507-6,677 per month when teaching full time. Applicants are encouraged to apply online as positions are filled as needed.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Civil Engineering or related area required.
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity in teaching and working with students.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver lectures and assess student performance.
• Adhere to university policies and manage classroom dynamics.

Skills

Commitment to diversity

Effective communication

Education

Master's degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

26-27 AY Temporary Faculty Pool (Lecturer) - Civil Engineering

Job No: 557390

Work Type: Instructional Faculty - Temporary/Lecturer

Location: Central California: Fresno

Categories: Bargaining Unit: Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Appointment Type: Temporary, Time Basis: Part Time

Temporary Faculty Pool - Lecturer in Civil Engineering

Courses to be Taught

• CE 2: Engineering Communication and Essentials
• CE 121L: Mechanics of Materials Laboratory
• CE 123: Soil Engineering
• CE 123L: Soil Engineering Lab
• CE 124: Concrete Laboratory
• CE 129: Engineering Hydraulics Lab
• CE 134: Foundation Design
• CE 176L: Environmental Quality Laboratory
• or other classes that may be identified as needed to fulfill educational goals of current students

Instructor Responsibility

Temporary faculty members are responsible for adherence to and implementation of university and system-wide policies as directed per Academic Policy Manual 306, paragraph 2. Instructors are responsible for the preparation, delivery, conducting, proctoring, and grading (as appropriate) lectures, office hours, homework assignments, quizzes, class projects, and midterm and final exams. All classes must be offered and meet as scheduled throughout the entire semester, in the mode assigned and listed in the schedule of classes (i.e. asynchronous, synchronous, in-person, or hybrid).

Conditional Appointment

Please be advised that an appointment is contingent upon budget and enrollment considerations and subject to order of assignment provisions in the collective bargaining agreement between California State University and California Faculty Association. These provisions state the "Order of Work," or the order in which available courses must be assigned to faculty, starting with tenure line faculty and ending with new lecturer appointees.

Appointees will be required to demonstrate eligibility to work in the United States. California State University, Fresno does not sponsor Temporary Faculty for work visas.

Compensation

Commensurate by qualifications and experience within salary range placement. The salary ranges are established by the CSU Salary Schedule (Class Code = 2358 for Academic Year Lecturers). The salary range for Temporary Faculty with a Master's degree is $5,507-6,677 per month when teaching full time (15 WTUs). Starting salaries are usually at or near the minimum of the range. Actual monthly salary will be adjusted based on the number of WTUs assigned per an academic term.

Anticipated Semester

The temporary faculty pool is continuously open, and positions are filled as needed, based on student enrollment and funding. This is a pool of part-time lecturers for the department to draw on as necessary. The number of positions varies from semester to semester, depending on the needs of the Department. Appointments from the pool are temporary and often made just prior to the start of the academic term. Applicants may need to be available to begin teaching on short notice. The pool will remain in place for two academic terms; those interested in remaining in the pool beyond that time must reapply.

• Fall 2026: August 19, 2026 - December 22, 2026;
• Spring 2027: January 15, 2027 - May 26, 2027

Required Qualifications

Education (from an accredited institution or foreign equivalent.): A Master's (MS) degree in Civil Engineering or in a related area.

Experience: Demonstrated commitment to working effectively with faculty, staff, and students from diverse ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds.

Preferred Qualifications

1. Teaching experience at the university level is not a must, but preferred.
2. Ph.D. in civil engineering or in a related area
3. Professional engineering (P.E.) license.
4. A commitment to teaching excellence at the undergraduate level, which may be exhibited through prior teaching experiences and teaching evaluations or other evidence.
5. Successful teaching experience at the undergraduate level.
6. Expertise in a closely-related discipline.

Application Procedures

A review of applications continues on a rolling basis as teaching positions open. Review may begin as early June 15th, 2026 for a Fall 2026 assignment.

• Deadline is July 1st, 2026 to be fully considered for Fall 2025 hiring.
• Projected deadline is October 31, 2026 to be fully considered for Spring 2027 hiring.
• Projected Job Announcement for 2026-2027 Academic Year closing date is March 1, 2027.

Complete an online application at https://careers.fresnostate.edu, search for the appropriate Job Announcement, Create an Applicant Profile, or Login if you have already have an Applicant Profile, and attach the following materials:

1. Cover letter addressing qualifications and experience, and list of courses you are interested and qualified in teaching,
2. Curriculum vitae,
3. Names and contact information of at least three professional references a part of the online application. Do not submit or attach letters. If considered for hire, the committee will request current letters of recommendation.
4. Copies of unofficial transcripts from all relevant educational programs.

For inquiries contact Dr. Scott Peterson, Department Coordinator: [e-mail]

California State University, Fresno is an engaged University. We focus on broadening students' intellectual horizons, fostering lifelong learning skills, developing the leaders of tomorrow, promoting community involvement, and instilling an appreciation of world cultures. Members of the University community are expected to work effectively with faculty, staff, and students who represent many perspectives, beliefs and identities, committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and intellectually vibrant environment.

To apply, visit https://careers.fresnostate.edu/en-us/job/557390jeid-6a149bd918e665459e6b131ccf68afdf