Part-Time Lecturer Pool - Journalism (AY 25/26) Job at New River Community Colle

Overview

Part-Time Lecturer Pool - Journalism (AY 25/26)

Job No: 546526

Work Type: Instructional Faculty - Temporary/Lecturer

Location: Central California: San Luis Obispo

Categories: Bargaining Unit: Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association; Appointment Type: Temporary; Job Search Category/Discipline: Faculty - Communications/Journalism

APPOINTMENTS FROM THE PART-TIME POOL ARE TEMPORARY AND OFTEN MADE JUST PRIOR TO THE START OF THE ACADEMIC TERM. JOURNALISM DEPARTMENT - PART-TIME LECTURER POOL. The Journalism Department, College of Liberal Arts, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo is seeking applications for a pool of part-time lecturers with positions available as determined by need and funding during the Fall, Winter and/or Spring quarters of the 2025-26 academic year, beginning September 11, 2025. Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate news reporting and editing, multimedia and digital journalism, videography, visual communication, feature writing, radio and TV broadcasting, advertising, public relations, multicultural journalism and media law courses.

Salary and Rank

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:

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

Equal Opportunity and Excellence in Education and Employment

This position is open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Cal Poly provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on protected status. Cal Poly complies with applicable civil rights laws and CSU policies. We prohibit discriminatory practices in university programs, policies, and practices. We are committed to an inclusive, diverse and accessible environment supporting student success and professional excellence.

Special Conditions

Due to CSU policies, the person hired must reside in the state of California at the time of hire and for the entirety of the appointment. All CSU employees are designated "mandated reporters" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act. A background check must be completed satisfactorily before start. Current employees offered positions with required background checks may need to undergo review for sensitive positions. Cal Poly is smoke and tobacco-free.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in journalism or a related discipline; extensive professional media or public relations experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree and previous college teaching experience preferred.

About the Department

The Journalism Department in the College of Liberal Arts offers a professional degree program that leads to a B.S. in Journalism. Graduates pursue careers in digital, print and broadcast journalism, public relations, media innovation and related fields. The department operates the campus newspaper and its media outlets, including radio and TV stations.

How to Apply

Interested candidates must attach the following to their online application:

1. A cover letter
2. Resume/curriculum vitae
3. A list indicating courses you are interested in teaching; if applicable, a list of courses previously taught (include course title, course number, term and year taught, and the name of the CSU campus and department)
4. A copy of unofficial transcripts of highest degree earned (official transcripts will be required prior to an appointment)
5. Teaching philosophy, teaching effectiveness (evaluations), if available.

Please be prepared to provide 3 professional references with names and email addresses when completing the application; reference letters must be dated within the last year.

Review begin date: May 6, 2025 and continues throughout the 2025-26 academic year.

For questions, please contact the Journalism Department admin, Cassandra Sherburne, by phone at (805) 756-2508 or by email at cssherbu@calpoly.edu

To Apply: All applicants must apply online at: https://jobs.calpoly.edu/sl/en-us/job/546526