California State University, Sacramento·Sacramento, California
for this part-time lecturer position include instruction, class preparation, grading, and holding office hours, with assignments made by the Department Chair based on enrollment and budget needs. Appointments are conditional, typically for one semester, and may be renewed based on departmental needs, funding, and performance.
Department: Ethnic Studies
Position Title: Lecturer Pool – Ethnic Studies Department
The Department of Ethnic Studies has existed at Sacramento State for more than 50 years. It is a degree-granting interdisciplinary program with concentrations in Asian American Studies, Chicanx/Latinx Studies, General Ethnic Studies, Native American Studies, Pan African Studies, and Teachers in Urban Settings or Teachers in Bilingual Education.
of a part-time lecturer include instruction, class preparation, grading, and office hours. Other duties may be assigned based on departmental needs. Course assignments, including dates, time, and modality, are made by the Department Chair under the direction of the College Dean.
Rank and Salary
Initial rank and salary for lecturer faculty are based on professional experience and educational background and are determined by the hiring department.
Most new lecturers are hired at the Lecturer A or B rank. As of July 2024, the classification salary ranges for the respective ranks are:
$5,507 - $6,677
Lecturer B: $6,221 ‐ $13,224
Lecturer C: $6,825 ‐ $14,523
Lecturer D: $8,593 ‐ $15,211
The salary ranges indicated are based on a "full‐time rate" (15 weighted teaching units [WTUs]). A semester's worth of compensation is made up of six (6) payments of the given amount. To calculate your salary for a semester, the base rate would be pro‐rated based on the units worked out of 15 WTUs. If you were a Lecturer A assigned 3 units at the minimum salary, your pay would be structured as follows: $5,507 x 3/15 (3 units out of a possible 15 units total) = $1101.40 x 6 checks = $6,608.40 total for 3 units/semester.
M.A. in Ethnic Studies or related discipline with Ethnic Studies training.
1. Cover letter
2. Current Curriculum Vita (CV)/Resume
3. Unofficial transcripts of highest degree or degree required for position
4. List of three references with contact information
5. Complete the Statement of Professional Preparation and Experience form. Please click the link below to download the form. https://www.csus.edu/college/social-sciences-interdisciplinary-studies/internal/_internal/_documents/experiencestatement.pdf [https://www.csus.edu/college/social-sciences-interdisciplinary-studies/internal/_internal/_documents/experiencestatement.pdf]
6. A diversity statement that demonstrates your experience and commitment to working with a diverse student population and promoting an inclusive classroom
7. Please review the course catalog (https://catalog.csus.edu/courses-a-z/) [https://catalog.csus.edu/courses-a-z/)] for a description of courses in the department, and upload a document which lists the courses you believe you are qualified to teach.
Sacramento State [http://www.csus.edu/] is located in the heart of California’s capital city, five miles from State Capitol.
The lush, 300-acre campus is situated along the American River, close to numerous bike trails and other recreational areas.
Sacramento, also known as the “Farm-to-Fork Capital,” is one of the most ethnically diverse and livable cities in the country, with a population of half of a million.
Sacramento State is a Hispanic and AANAPISI serving institution with about 31,000 students coming not only from the Greater Sacramento Region, but also from across the state, country, and world.
Our 1,800 faculty and 1,500 staff are committed to meeting our mission:
“As California’s capital university, we transform lives by preparing students to lead, serve, and succeed. Sacramento State will be a welcoming, caring, and inclusive leader in education, innovation, and engagement.” As the regional hub of higher education, Sacramento State is dedicated to learning and student success [https://www.csus.edu/president/mission-imperatives/learning-success/]; teaching, research, scholarship and creative activity [https://www.csus.edu/president/mission-imperatives/teaching-scholarship-creative-activity/]; justice, diversity, equity and inclusion [https://www.csus.edu/president/mission-imperatives/justice-diversity-equity-inclusion-belonging/]; resource development and sustainability [https://www.csus.edu/president/mission-imperatives/resource-development-sustainability/]; dedicated community engagement [https://www.csus.edu/president/mission-imperatives/community-involvement/], and wellness and safety [https://www.csus.edu/president/mission-imperatives/wellness/].
As evidenced by the values embedded in our Hornet Honor Code [https://www.csus.edu/student-affairs/_internal/_documents/hornet-honor-code.pdf], Sacramento State is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all faculty, staff, students, and guests are welcome and valued. Our commitment is more than simply ensuring that our campus is free from bias and discrimination, but is one devoted to celebrating many diverse identities, life experiences, and perspectives that enrich our community, teaching and learning.
To learn more about why you should join the Hornet Family, please visit the Why Sac State? [https://www.csus.edu/academic-affairs/faculty-advancement/why-sac-state.html] page.
California State University, Sacramento is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity in all areas. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or disability. Sacramento State hires only those individuals who are lawfully authorized to accept employment in the United States.
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The University is committed to creating an education and working environment free from discrimination, sexual harassment, sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking. For more information on mandatory training for new employees, visit https://www.csus.edu/people-climate/human-resources/learning-development/support/csu-learn.html [https://www.csus.edu/people-climate/human-resources/learning-development/support/csu-learn.html].
Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act and Campus Fire Safety Right-To-know Act Notification
Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act, the current Annual Security Report (ASR) is available for viewing at https://www.csus.edu/clery [https://www.csus.edu/clery] .
The ASR contains the current security and safety-related policy statements, emergency preparedness and evacuation information, crime prevention and sexual assault prevention information, and drug and alcohol prevention programming. The ASR also contains statistics of Clery Act crimes for Sacramento State for the last three (3) calendar years. Paper copies are available upon request by emailing the Clery Director at clery@csus.edu [clery@csus.edu].
Under the Clery Act, this position may be designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) depending upon the role on campus and/or job duties. If this position is identified by the Director of Clery Compliance as a CSA position, you will be notified via email and will be assigned the appropriate training in CSU Learn.
A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with California State University, Sacramento. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current California State University, Sacramento employees who apply for the position.
Per the CSU COVID-19 Vaccination Policy [https://calstate.policystat.com/policy/11030468/latest/], it is strongly recommended that all California State University, Sacramento employees who are accessing office and campus facilities follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications. Effective May 2023.
Candidate will be required to provide official transcripts of their highest degree earned and must furnish proof of eligibility to work in the U.S.. California State University, Sacramento is not a sponsoring agent for non-tenure track (temporary/lecturer) faculty for the H1-B Visa.
Out of State Employment
Per CSU-wide policy (HR2021-04), all faculty who will begin initial employment (or return from a 12-month break in service) on or after January 1, 2022 are required to perform their work from within the State of California. Faculty hired prior to January 1, 2022 must be available to perform work in the State of California if their assignment is in-person.
The minimum requirement is an M.A. in Ethnic Studies or a related discipline that includes Ethnic Studies training. Preferred qualifications include a Ph.D. in Ethnic Studies, teaching experience in the discipline, and the ability to teach large classes and General Education courses, particularly Area F.
Market context
California colleges regularly use lecturer pools to staff Ethnic Studies and General Education sections, so candidates with the minimum M.A. and related training may see recurring openings. Competition is stronger for applicants with a Ph.D., prior teaching experience, and the ability to handle large classes or introductory courses. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit, then tailor your materials to show Ethnic Studies preparation and classroom experience.
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