Lecturer - Business 300: Business Professional Development (Fall 2026)

California State University San Marcos; San Marcos (CA); On-site; USD 61,000 - 67,000; Part time

Job summary

California State University San Marcos seeks a part-time lecturer to teach BUS 300: Business Professional Development for Fall 2026. The position is in-person on the CSU San Marcos campus, with a schedule pending finalization.

The course develops students as business professionals, culminating in an Individual Development Plan to guide career goals. Minimum qualifications include a master's degree in business or related discipline and active industry experience.

Qualifications

• A master's degree in business or in a related discipline.
• Active current industry experience in a business-related position.
• Working in California is a condition of employment per CSU policy.
• Doctorate or equivalent preferred.
• Previous teaching experience at a four-year university and/or community college preferred.
• Intercultural competence and campus service mindset are valued.

Responsibilities

• Teach a section of BUS 300: Business Professional Development.
• Develop and deliver syllabus and course materials.
• Assess student performance and provide timely feedback.
• Coordinate with the College of Business Administration and campus offices.

Education

Master's degree in business or related discipline

Doctorate or equivalent (preferred)

Job description

BUS 300: Business Professional Development

• Position: Lecturer
• Semester: Fall 2026
• Day/Time: Day: TBD; Time: 5:30 pm - 7:20 pm
• Location: Southwestern College Campus, Chula Vista
• Modality: In-person
• College: College of Business Administration
• Program: BSBA Chula Vista

College of Business Administration at California State UniversitySan Marcos seeks a part‑time lecturer for Fall 2026 to teach asection of BUS 300: Business Professional Development.

Course Description

This course develops students as business professionals. Focuses on identifying career options that align with interests, values, and skills, as it relates to pursuing a position in one’s desired field. Emphasizes professional and effective interactions with others. Culminates with an Individual Development Plan to help students clarify short- and long-term career goals and create an action plan to reach those goals.

Minimum qualifications

• A master's degree in business or in a related discipline
• Active current industry experience in a business-related position
• Per the California State University’s Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is prohibited from hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside California. Working in the State of California is a condition of employment.

Preferred qualifications

• A doctorate or equivalent
• Previous teaching experience at a four‑year university and/or community college.
• Preference will be given to applicants who demonstrate intercultural competence and a commitment to serving our campus community as it relates to teaching and, as applicable, service.

Salary commensurate with degree level and experience

• Anticipated Hiring Salary Range: $5,507 - $6,000 per full‑timemonth

The salary schedule information for the Lecturer – Academic Year Classification is available based on the following ranges:

• CSU Classification Salary Range Lecturer A - AY: $5,507 –$6,677 per full‑time month

The anticipated hiring range is generally at or near the minimum of the appropriate range, commensurate with education and experience.

Timeline

A review of applications will begin on July 31,2026; however, the position will remain open until filled.

CSUSM has been designated as a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) and was recently named one of the top 32 Colleges most friendly to junior faculty by the Collaborative on Academic Careers in Higher Education. Visit Faculty Opportunities for more information.

California State University San Marcos is an Equal Opportunity Employer strongly committed to promoting diversity in all areas of the campus community. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to age, physical or mental disability, gender or sex, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion or religious creed, sexual orientation and veteran or military status.

Per the California State University’s Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is prohibited from hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside California. Working in the State of California is a condition of employment.

The person holding this position is considered a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

This position is subject to employment verification, education verification, reference checks and criminal record checks. An offer of appointment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, including a criminal records check, and may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.

Education Code 8952 Requirements: Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant’s current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.

The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act or Clery Act Notification can be found at Clery Act Notification.

Advertised:

June 04, 2026 (9:00 AM) Pacific Daylight Time

Applications close:

December 18, 2026 (11:55 PM) Pacific Standard Time