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

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

Job summary

California State University, Fresno seeks qualified individuals to join a temporary faculty pool as Lecturer in Geomatics Engineering to teach listed undergraduate courses (Engineering Surveying, Municipal Surveying, Route Construction and more) in various modes. Responsibilities include preparing, delivering, and grading lectures, with standard office hours and assignments, across all terms.

Required qualifications include an MS in Civil or Geomatics Engineering, with a BS acceptable if

Qualifications

• MS in Civil Engineering or Geomatics Engineering and related area.
• BS in Civil Engineering or Geomatics Engineering if the applicant has required experience.
• LSIT licensure or equivalent surveying credentials preferred.

Responsibilities

• Instructors prepare, deliver, conduct, proctor, and grade lectures, office hours, and assignments.
• Meet course objectives as scheduled in asynchronous, synchronous, in-person, or hybrid modes.

Skills

LSIT

PLS

Teaching experience

Education

MS in Civil Engineering, Geomatics Engineering

BS in Civil Engineering, Geomatics Engineering (with required experience)

Job description

Temporary Faculty Pool - Lecturer in Geomatics Engineering

The department seeks qualified candidates to teach undergraduate courses including:

• GME 15: Engineering Surveying (3 units, 3 WTUs)
• GME 15L: Engineering Surveying Laboratory (1 unit, 2 WTUs)
• GME 16: Municipal Surveying (3 units, 3 WTUs)
• GME 16L: Municipal Surveying Laboratory (1 unit, 2 WTUs)
• GME 40/40L: Route Construction and Surveying
• GME 66L: Computer‑aided Drafting (1 unit, 2 WTUs)
• GME 102: Remote Sensing (3 units, 3 WTUs)
• GME 123: Stereo Photogrammetry (3 units, 4 WTUs)
• GME 126: Digital Mapping (3 units, 4 WTUs)
• GME 159: Subdivision Design (3 units, 3 WTUs)
• Or other classes that may be identified as needed to fulfill educational goals of current students

Instructor Responsibilities

Temporary faculty members are responsible for adhering to and implementing university and system‑wide policies as directed per the Academic Policy Manual. Instructors prepare, deliver, conduct, proctor, and grade lectures, office hours, homework assignments, quizzes, class projects, and midterms and finals. All courses must be offered and meet as scheduled throughout the semester, in the specified mode (asynchronous, synchronous, in‑person, or hybrid).

Conditional Appointment

Appointments are contingent upon budget and enrollment considerations and subject to the order of assignment provisions in the collective bargaining agreement between California State University and the California Faculty Association. Approval and assignment are on a first‑come, first‑served basis after tenure‑line faculty.

Compensation

Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience within the CSU Salary Schedule for Academic Year Lecturers (Class Code = 2358). For a Master’s degree the monthly range for full‑time (15 WTUs) teaching is $5,507–$6,677, starting near the minimum. Actual monthly pay will be adjusted based on the number of WTUs assigned per term.

Anticipated Semester

The temporary faculty pool is continuously open, with positions filled as needed. The pool remains in place for two academic terms; those wishing to remain beyond must reapply. Specific term dates include:

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

Required Qualifications

Education (GME 15, 15L, 16, 16L, 66L, 102, 123, 126)

• MS in Civil Engineering, Geomatics Engineering, or a related area.
• BS in Civil Engineering, Geomatics Engineering, or a related area *if* the applicant meets required experience.

Experience (GME 15, 15L, 16, 16L, 66L, 102, 123, 126)

• California Land Surveyor in Training License (LSIT).

Preferred (GME 15, 15L, 16, 16L, 66L, 102, 123, 126)

• California Professional Land Surveyor (PLS).
• Knowledge of drafting techniques, standards, tools, software, equipment, and practices in the Land Surveying Profession.
• University‑level teaching experience.

Education (GME 40)

• Same as above (MS or BS with required experience).

Experience (GME 40)

• California Land Surveyor in Training License (LSIT).

Preferred (GME 40)

• California Professional Land Surveyor (PLS).
• Knowledge of drafting techniques, standards, tools, software, equipment, and practices in the Land Surveying Profession.
• Experience in planning, design, and implementation of construction staking.
• University‑level teaching experience.

Experience (GME 159)

• Land Surveyor in Training License (LSIT).

Preferred (GME 159)

• California Professional Land Surveyor (PLS).
• Knowledge of drafting techniques, standards, tools, software, equipment, and practices in the Land Surveying Profession, particularly as it pertains to the Subdivision Map Act.
• University‑level teaching experience.

Application Procedures

• Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis as positions open.
• Deadline for Full consideration for Fall 2026: July 1, 2026.
• Deadline for Full consideration for Spring 2027: October 31, 2026.
• Projected job announcement closing date for 2026‑2027 Academic Year: March 1, 2027.

Complete an online application at https://careers.fresnostate.edu. Attach the following materials:

• A cover letter addressing qualifications, experience, and courses you wish to teach.
• Curriculum vitae.
• Names and contact information for at least three professional references (letters of recommendation are not submitted at this stage).
• Copies of unofficial transcripts from all relevant educational programs.

Contact

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

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

California State University is committed to equal employment opportunity in compliance with applicable state and federal laws. All qualified applicants are considered regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or other protected status. The University is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.