Lecturer Pool School of Social Work

2026-27 Lecturer Pool School of Social Work

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Work type: Instructional Faculty - Temporary/Lecturer
Location: Chico
Categories: Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Faculty - Social Sciences, Temporary, Part Time, Time Varies

Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion:

California State University (CSU), Chico is a comprehensive and residential public university, holding Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) designation. Chico State operates as part of the 22-campus CSU system, which educates the most ethnically, economically, and academically diverse student body in the nation. The University enrolls over 14,000 students, with over half identifying as first-generation college students.

Chico State is committed to recruiting outstanding candidates. The ideal candidate will embrace our values predicated on the primacy of student success and the elimination of equity gaps, have demonstrated experience working with diverse populations, and will contribute to policies, programs, and practices that support an inclusive, accessible, and equitable learning and working environment.

Position Title: Academic Year Lecturer

College: Behavioral & Social Sciences

Department/School: School of Social Work

Lecturer A/2 Full-Time Equivalent Salary Range: $5,507 – $6,677 per month
Lecturer B/3 Full-Time Equivalent Salary Range: $6,221 – $13,224 per month
Lecturer C/4 Full-Time Equivalent Salary Range: $6,825 – $14,523 per month
Lecturer D/5 Full-Time Equivalent Salary Range: $8,593 – $15,211 per month

Anticipated hiring range is generally at or near the minimum of the appropriate range, commensurate with education and experience. Most new lecturers are hired at the Lecturer A or B rank. See the Faculty Salaries At-a-Glance guide for more information.

Priority Review Dates: 03/10/26 (for Summer 2026); 03/31/2026 (for Fall 2026 and Spring 2027); complete applications received after these dates may be considered as needs arise.

Position Summary:

The School of Social Work in the College of Behavioral & Social Sciences is collecting application materials for a pool of lecturers with positions available as determined by need during the 2026-27 academic year and the state-supported Summer 2026 term. Appointments from the lecturer pool are temporary and often made just prior to the start of the academic term.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master of Social Work degree (or related/relevant field degree may be considered for some courses).
• Minimum of two years post-MSW degree social work professional experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• PhD is preferred.
• Experience teaching is a plus.

Responsibilities:

• Teach courses as assigned based upon qualifications and departmental needs.
• Prepare course materials, deliver instruction, and evaluate student performance.
• Engage with diverse student populations and contribute to an inclusive learning environment.

How to Apply:

• Provide a current cover letter (including how you have addressed, or plan to address, teaching to diverse student groups).
• Submit a CV.
• List courses you believe you are qualified to teach and wish to be considered for.
• Include a copy of unofficial transcripts for your highest earned degree.
• Provide contact information for three professional references.

All applications must be submitted online; applications submitted via email or in-person to the department will not be considered.

Benefits:

• Potential for tuition fee waiver (if eligible).
• California State University, Chico offers sick leave, vacation, health insurance, and other benefits.
• For more information and eligibility criteria, visit https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

All work must be performed within the State of California.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with the CSU. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.

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