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

The California State University; San Marcos (CA); On-site; USD 61,458 - 66,960; Part time

Job summary

The California State University is seeking a Lecturer for Business 300: Business Professional Development for Fall 2026 in San Marcos, California. The role emphasizes developing students' professional skills and creating an Individual Development Plan for career clarity.

A Master's degree in business or a related field and active industry experience are required. Preferred qualifications include a doctorate and prior teaching experience. The anticipated salary is between $5,507 and $6,000 per month, dependent on experience and qualifications.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in business or in a related discipline.
• Active current industry experience in a business-related position.
• Previous teaching experience at a four-year university or community college.

Responsibilities

• Develop business professional skills in students.
• Create an Individual Development Plan for career goals.
• Facilitate effective interactions and career-related guidance.

Skills

Professional communication

Intercultural competence

Career counseling

Education

Master's degree in business or related discipline

Doctorate or equivalent

Job description

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

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Work type: Instructional Faculty - Temporary/Lecturer
Location: San Marcos
Categories: Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Temporary, Part Time, Faculty - Business/Management

• Semester: Fall 2026
• Day/Time: Day: TBD; Time: 5:30 pm – 7:20 pm
• Modality: In-person
• College: College of Business Administration

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.

• 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-time month

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.

Application

To apply, please prepare to submit the following:

• Your completed faculty application
• Curriculum Vitae (uploaded)
• Contact information for three current references
• Letter of interest (uploaded)

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

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 89521 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: Jun 04 2026 Pacific Daylight Time
Applications close: Dec 18 2026 Pacific Standard Time