Vocational Part-Time Lecturer Pool - Marine Transportation (AY 26/27)

About the role

The Marine Transportation Department within the College of Agriculture, Food and Environmental Sciences at California Polytechnic State University Maritime Academy (Cal Poly Maritime) is seeking applications for a pool of part-time vocational lecturers.

Responsibilities

• Teaching a variety of classes both on small boats and in the classroom and laboratories.
• Teaching courses in small craft operation.
• Teaching classes in vessel maintenance and operations.
• Taught other maritime courses as needed such as GMDSS or ECDIS.
• Grading student performance and assessing STCW competencies as necessary in a timely manner according to stipulated procedures.
• Managing a safe working environment.

Requirements

• United States Coast Guard license 500-Ton Master or greater.
• STCW BT, Advanced Firefighting including current medical clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in a maritime or industry-related field.
• A ‘safety first’ ethos.
• Significant experience in vessel operations.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree, preferably in a maritime or industry-related field.
• Experience: Teaching experience.
• Preferred Qualifications: Senior USCG unlimited-tonnage license, STCW OICNW, RFPNW, FRC, Survival Craft, current or prior approval from US Coast Guard as a Designated Examiner (DE), ship and workboat (tugs, supply, ferries, etc.) experience and endorsements, Master’s degree in marine transportation or related field.

Skills

• Teaching experience.
• Ability to manage a safe working environment.
• Ability to teach a variety of maritime courses.

Benefits

Positions available as determined by need during the 2026-27 academic year.

Pay

• Lecturer I: $5,247 – $8,471
• Lecturer II: $5,465 – $8,854
• Lecturer III: $6,047 – $10,299
• Lecturer IV: $6,726 – $11,459

Schedule

Extended workdays are common.

Physical and Environmental Working Conditions

• Climbing ladders and gangways.
• Lifting and carrying materials between the pier and vessel.
• Maintain balance on a rolling deck.
• Rapidly don an exposure suit.
• Step over 24-inch door sills.
• Open and close watertight doors (up to 56 pounds).
• Pull heavy objects (up to 50 pounds) for distances up to 400 feet.
• Climb steep stairs or vertical ladders without assistance.
• Participate in firefighting and lifesaving efforts, including wearing a self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) and handling fully charged fire hoses.

Special Conditions

• Mandated Reporter: 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.
• Background Check: Following a conditional offer of employment, a background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate may start work with Cal Poly. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may result in the withdrawal of the offer of employment.

About the Department

The department of Marine Transportation has approximately 370 students pursuing a bachelor of science degree and Third Mate Unlimited Tonnage USCG Merchant Marine License. With a team of 20+ faculty, the MT department teaches all aspects of the degree program, including in the classroom, in labs and on the waterfront. Our graduates are in high demand with most gaining employment within 6 months of graduation.

How to Apply

Interested candidates must attach 1) a cover letter/letter of interest in the position, 2) resume/curriculum vitae, 3) copy of MMC/license, medical card, endorsements, 4) unofficial transcript of the highest degree earned, 5) teaching philosophy statement, 6) summary of CSU courses previously taught, and 7) a list of courses requesting consideration to teach to your online faculty application. Please be prepared to provide three professional references with names and email addresses when completing your application. Review date will begin May 7, 2026, and will continue until positions are filled. Selected applicants will be required to submit copies of official transcripts of highest degree and signed application prior to appointment. For additional information, please contact Dr. Elizabeth McNie at emcnie@csum.edu or call at 707-654-1237.