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

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 61,458 - 74,515; Part time

Job summary

California State University - Fresno seeks a Temporary Lecturer in Geomatics Engineering to teach undergraduate courses, including Engineering Surveying and Computer-aided Drafting. The role requires a Master’s degree in a relevant field and a California Land Surveyor in Training License (LSIT). Responsibilities include preparing and delivering lectures, grading assignments, and managing office hours. The position offers a competitive salary ranging from $5,507 to $6,677 monthly, commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Qualifications

• MS in Civil Engineering, Geomatics Engineering, or a related area is required.
• California Land Surveyor in Training License (LSIT) is mandatory.
• University-level teaching experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, deliver, and grade lectures and assignments.
• Manage office hours and consult with students.
• Ensure classes meet as scheduled throughout the semester.

Skills

Teaching experience

Knowledge of drafting techniques

California Land Surveyor in Training License (LSIT)

California Professional Land Surveyor (PLS)

Education

MS in Civil Engineering

MS in Geomatics Engineering

Job description

Job No: 556730

Work Type: Instructional Faculty - Temporary/Lecturer

Location: Central California: Fresno

Temporary Faculty Pool - Lecturer in Geomatics Engineering

Position Summary

The department seeks qualified candidates to teach undergraduate courses such as:

• GME 15: Engineering Surveying (3 units, 3 WTU)
• GME 15L: Engineering Surveying Laboratory (1 unit, 2 WTU)
• GME 16: Municipal Surveying (3 units, 3 WTU)
• GME 16L: Municipal Surveying Laboratory (1 unit, 2 WTU)
• GME 40/40L: Route Construction and Surveying
• GME 66L: Computer-aided Drafting (1 unit, 2 WTU)
• GME 102: Remote Sensing (3 units, 3 WTU)
• GME 123: Stereo Photogrammetry (3 units, 4 WTU)
• GME 126: Digital Mapping (3 units, 4 WTU)
• GME 159: Subdivision Design (3 units, 3 WTU)
• 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, and grading of 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 (asynchronous, synchronous, in-person, or hybrid).

Conditional Appointment

Appointments are contingent upon budget and enrollment considerations and subject to order of assignment provisions in the collective bargaining agreement between California State University and the California Faculty Association.

Compensation

Commensurate with qualifications and experience within the salary range placement. The salary ranges are established by the CSU Salary Schedule (Class Code = 2358 for Academic Year Lecturers). For temporary faculty with a Master’s degree, the monthly rate ranges from $5,507 to $6,677 for full‑time teaching (15 WTUs). Salaries are adjusted based on WTUs assigned per term.

Anticipated Semester

The temporary faculty pool is continuously open and positions are filled as needed. The pool will remain in place for two academic terms; applicants who wish to stay beyond that time must reapply.

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

Required Qualifications

For courses GME 15, 15L, 16, 16L, 66L, 102, 123, and 126

• Required Education: MS in Civil Engineering, Geomatics Engineering, or a related area. Candidates with a BS may be considered if they meet the required experience.
• Required Experience: California Land Surveyor in Training License (LSIT).
• Preferred Qualifications: California PLS, knowledge of drafting techniques and tools relevant to the Land Surveying profession, and university‑level teaching experience.

For course GME 40

• Required Education: MS in Civil Engineering, Geomatics Engineering, or a related area. Candidates with a BS may be considered if they meet the required experience.
• Required Experience: California Land Surveyor in Training License (LSIT).
• Preferred Qualifications: California PLS, knowledge of drafting standards and tools relevant to the Land Surveying profession, experience in planning, design, and implementation of construction staking, and university‑level teaching experience.

For course GME 159

• Required Education: MS in Civil Engineering, Geomatics Engineering, or a related area. Candidates with a BS may be considered if they meet the required experience.
• Required Experience: Land Surveyor in Training License (LSIT).
• Preferred Qualifications: CA PLS, knowledge of drafting techniques relevant to the Subdivision Map Act, and university‑level teaching experience.

Application Procedures

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

• Deadline: July 1 2026 for full consideration of Fall 2025 hiring.
• Projected deadline: October 31 2026 for full consideration of Spring 2027 hiring.
• Projected Job Announcement closing date: March 1 2027.

Submit an online application and attach the following materials:

1. Cover letter addressing qualifications and experience, and list of courses you are interested and qualified to teach.
2. Curriculum vitae.
3. Names and contact information of at least three professional references (letters of recommendation are not submitted at application time).
4. Copies of unofficial transcripts from all relevant educational programs.

Legal and Background Requirements

• Applicants must demonstrate eligibility to work in the United States; the university does not sponsor temporary faculty for work visas.
• A comprehensive background check, including criminal records, must be completed satisfactorily. Employment may be withdrawn based on the results of the investigation.
• The incumbent is considered a "limited reporter" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and must comply with related requirements.

California State University, Fresno is a federal, state, and local non‑profit, tax‑exempt university. We are an affirmatively action and equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination, harassment, and retaliation on the basis of a protected status: race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex (including gender identity), sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition and covered veteran status.

To apply, visit https://careers.fresnostate.edu/en-us/job/556730