Lecturer AY - Masters of Public Administration

California State Polytechnic University, Pomona’s Department of Political Science invites applications for its part-time Lecturer pool in Public Administration.

About Cal Poly Pomona

Pomona is one of three polytechnic universities in the 22-campus California State University system and among 12 such institutions nationwide. Since its founding in 1938, Cal Poly Pomona students participate in an integrative experiential learning education that is inclusive, relevant, and values diverse perspectives and experiences. With a variety of degree programs in the arts, humanities, sciences, engineering, and professional disciplines, the university is well known for its learn-by-doing approach and Teacher Scholar Model. The university is noted for its scenic and historic 1,400-acre campus, which was once the winter ranch of cereal magnate W.K. Kellogg. Cal Poly Pomona resides on the territorial and homelands of the Tongva and Tataavium people who are the traditional land caretakers of Tovaangar. The university’s nearly 30,000 students are taught and mentored by the campus’s more than 1,400 faculty as part of 54 baccalaureate and 29 master’s degree programs, 11 credential and certificate programs, and a doctorate in educational leadership.

About the College of Letters, Arts, and Social Sciences

Cal Poly Pomona's College of Letters, Arts, and Social Sciences (CLASS) brings to life a vibrant hands-on experience through disciplines in the humanities, performing arts, and social sciences. As the heart and soul of the campus, the College’s mission is to cultivate one’s intellectual development, ethical reasoning, and aesthetic sensibility to support creative and critical thinking in a dynamic world of competing challenges. CLASS is a community diverse in backgrounds, expertise, and thought, committed to improving the human condition and to bettering the world. Faculty, students, and staff are devoted to creating an inclusive environment where all can thrive through the College's programs, research activities, creative performances, community outreach, and signature experiences.

About the Department of Political Science

The Political Science Department offers a bachelor’s degree in Political Science with courses in six subfields: American Politics, Public Administration, Public Law, Political Theory, International Relations, and Comparative Politics. The department also offers a master’s degree in Public Administration. The undergraduate program values research, with a strong capstone program offering majors the opportunity to complete a senior project centered around a public-service internship or thesis. The department also prioritizes teaching cutting-edge research methodologies and offers several polytechnic, small-group experiences including National Model United Nations, Model Organization of American States, Judicial Internship, and department Study Away/Study Abroad programs (e.g., Sacramento, Iowa Caucuses, Japan, Italy, England, Switzerland).

About the role

The Temporary Faculty Pool is continuously open, and positions are filled as needed based on student enrollment and funding. Candidates may need to be available to begin teaching on short notice. The Fall term begins in late August and ends in mid-December; the Spring term begins mid-January and ends in mid-May. Opportunities for teaching during the Summer sessions may also be available.

We welcome applications from individuals who are experienced and student-centered to teach in the following subject areas: Public Policy, Fiscal Administration, Human Resources, Research Methods, Ethics, Intergovernmental Relations, City Management, NGOs, Emergency Management, Leadership, Urban Governance, Criminal Justice, Community Sustainability.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned division courses in the department’s curriculum.
• Serve weekly office hours based on assigned teaching unit load.
• Assignments may include day, evening, and/or weekend courses.

Requirements

• A Master’s degree in Political Science, Public Administration, or a related discipline relevant to the curriculum.

Qualifications

• Preferred:
  • A Ph.D. in Political Science or related discipline.
  • Prior teaching experience at the college or university level and ability to furnish evidence of strong teaching.
  • For MPA courses, both academics or practitioners are welcomed to apply.
  • For applicants who are academics, ABD in Political Science or Public Administration required by date of application.
  • For applicants who are practitioners, an MPA (by date of application) or Master’s in a related discipline and minimum of 5 years experience in government or nonprofit organizations required.

Pay

Initial rank and salary for lecturer faculty are based on professional experience and educational background. Initial appointments are for one semester only. The full-time (15 units per semester) monthly base salaries are prorated to the number of units worked and are paid in six monthly payments for each full semester. Most new appointees are hired at the Lecturer A or B rank and placed at the beginning of the range. Anticipated hiring range depending on qualifications, not to exceed $6,221 per month. As of July 2024, the classification salary ranges for the respective ranks are:

• Lecturer A: $5,507 - $6,677 per month
• Lecturer B: $6,221 - $13,224 per month
• Lecturer C: $6,825 - $14,523 per month
• Lecturer D: $8,593 - $15,211 per month

Benefits

The CSU system offers a competitive total compensation benefits package for employees and qualifying dependents, including medical, dental, vision, retirement, and tuition assistance. For additional information about university benefits, visit www.cpp.edu. For more about faculty life and employee benefits, visit YourLife@CPP.