Planning Policy and Environment Lecturer Pool

Department Summary

The School of Planning, Policy, and Environmental Studies at San José State University has over 200 majors and minors representing a diverse student body. We offer four undergraduate and graduate degrees in Environmental Studies, Global Studies, Geography, Geographic Information Science, Urban Planning, and Public Administration. The School is home to thirteen full-time professors and approximately 20 lecturers who teach both general and specialty classes to upper- and lower-division undergraduate and graduate students. Teaching with us is a great opportunity for doctoral and post-doc students, as well as professionals with an M.A. or M.S., who are interested in sharing their knowledge with undergraduates. Visit the Department website at www.sjsu.edu/envs to view Department information, the range of courses offered, the schedule of classes, and course materials.

Brief Description Of Duties

The candidate must demonstrate awareness and experience understanding the needs of a student population of great diversity – in age, abilities, cultural background, ethnicity, religion, economic background, primary language, sexual orientation, gender identity, and academic preparation – through inclusive course materials, teaching strategies, and advisement.

Required Qualifications

• At least an M.S./M.A. (Ph.D. preferred) in Environmental Science/Studies, Planning or a related field.
• University-level teaching experience is preferred.
• Professional experience, in addition to the master’s degree, will also be considered.
• Well-organized, energetic, and able to provide a supportive learning experience to a diversity of students.
• Ability to organize their classes within the Canvas Learning Management System (LMS).

Application Procedure

To apply, click Apply Now to complete the SJSU Online Employment Application and attach the following documents: A CV with names of three professional/academic references, Cover Letter, List of at least three (3) or as many as five (5) references, a letter of interest, including professional experience, courses in the Department that you are qualified to teach, and specific qualifications that prepare you to teach those courses, Teaching evaluations (if available), and an informal copy of your graduate transcripts. For more information, email the School Director, Dr. Katherine Cushing, at katherine.cushing@sjsu.edu.

Compensation

Compensation and salary range placement are determined by qualifications and experience. To learn more about range placement, please see University Policy S21-2. Anticipated hiring ranges: L-A / Range 2 - $5007 - $5675 L-B / Range 3 - $5925 - $7125 L-C / Range 4 - $6500 - $8982 L-D / Range 5 - $8184 - $9854 Ranges are the anticipated monthly salary rate of full-time AY faculty—part-time rates are prorated. There are 6 monthly payments per semester (full-time AY annual salary = rate x 12). See the Faculty Salary Schedule for more information.

Employment Conditions

• Completion of CSU employee training as assigned and required based on their role (e.g., preventing discrimination and harassment, gender equity and Title IX, health and safety).

Equal Employment Statement

San José State University prohibits discrimination on the basis of Age, Ancestry, Caste, Color, Disability, Ethnicity, Gender, Gender Expression, Gender Identity, Genetic Information, Marital Status, Medical Condition, Military Status, Nationality, Race, Religion, Religious Creed, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Sex Stereotype, and Veteran Status. This policy applies to all San José State University students, faculty, and staff as well as University programs and activities. Reasonable accommodations are made for applicants with disabilities who self-disclose.