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California State University, Sacramento

2025-26 AY Lecturer Pool - Design Department

California State University, Sacramento, Sacramento, California, United States, 95828

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Job no:

546512

Work type:

Instructional Faculty - Temporary/Lecturer

Location:

Sacramento

Categories:

Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Faculty - Fine/Performing Arts, Temporary, Part Time

Department Design

Position Details The Department of Design at California State University, Sacramento is housed in the College of Arts & Letters. The programs comprising the Department of Design instruct include a B.A. in Design Studies, B.F.A. in Graphic Design, B.F.A. in Interior Architecture, and a B.F.A. in Photography. Below are anticipated needs for each area.

Areas of Teaching

Design Studies: Teach undergraduate introductory design history classes, introductory studio classes in basic 2-D and 3-D composition, and introductory classes in critical thinking about design.

Graphic Design: Teach introductory undergraduate studio classes focused on 2-D composition, symbol development, and color theory.

Interior Architecture: Teach undergraduate lecture and studio‑based classes in design studio, computer graphics studio, architectural history, professional career preparation, and building systems/technology.

Photography: Teach undergraduate classes in digital and/or analog photography.

Responsibilities Duties 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. Salary ranges 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. For example, a Lecturer A assigned 3 units at the minimum salary would receive $5,507 × 3/15 = $1,101.40 per check × 6 checks = $6,608.40 total for 3 units/semester.

Required Qualifications

Master’s degree, or a Bachelor’s degree combined with at least five years of teaching or relevant professional experience in Architecture, Design Studies, Graphic Design, Photography, or a related discipline.

Preferred Qualifications

Terminal degree in the relevant field.

Prior teaching experience at the college level.

Applicant Instructions

Cover letter that includes a listing of courses you are prepared to teach. A list of courses within the Design major is available in the University Catalog.

Complete curriculum vitae (CV) that includes dates (semester/year) and summaries of relevant teaching experience (listing comparable college classes taught, including the number of courses and sections).

Unofficial transcripts of highest degree.

A list of two references with contact information.

A portfolio of up to 20 JPG images of your work and/or your students’ work. Each JPG should be Location Northern California

Categories Appointment Type: Temporary

Additional Information California State University, Sacramento is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. 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 individuals who are lawfully authorized to accept employment in the United States.

Advertised March 11, 2025 (8:00 AM) Pacific Daylight Time Applications close: Open Until Filled

Employment Status

Instructional Faculty – Temporary/Lecturer 1

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