Instructor, Land Surveying - Physical Sciences Tenure Track - Fall ; REVISED

Position: Instructor, Land Surveying - Physical Sciences Tenure Track - Fall 2026 (REVISED)

Job Description

Instructor, Land Surveying - Physical Sciences Tenure Track - Fall 2026 (REVISED)

Overview

The College of Southern Nevada (CSN) invites applications for an Instructor in Land Surveying within the Physical Sciences, Tenure Track. This position will teach undergraduate courses in Land Surveying and Geomatics, including civil engineering (CEE), construction engineering management (CEM), upper-division computer-aided design (CADD), and land surveying (SURV). Outdoor field work is required. The position is open until filled.

Benefits

• Grant-in-Aid:
  Tuition & fee assistance for employees and their families at NSHE institutions.
• Time Off:
  Various time-off options to support work-life balance.
• Holidays: 12 paid holidays per year.
• Benefits:
  Health insurance plans for employee and dependents.
• Retirement Plan:
  Employer match on retirement contributions.
• On-site Early Childhood Education Center services available
• Learning & professional development opportunities
• Active CSN Affinity Groups focused on campus-wide diversity initiatives

Job Summary

This position will teach undergraduate classes in Land Surveying and Geomatics. Courses may include upper-division computer-aided design (CADD) and land surveying (SURV). Candidates should have knowledge of surveying concepts such as static GNSS surveys, imaging stations, datum understanding, licensing laws, and the land surveying profession. Knowledge of GIS and CADD as applied to land surveying and geomatics is required. Outdoor field work is required.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Land Surveying and/or Geomatics or equivalent from an accredited institution and 10 years of comparable professional experience, or an equivalent education/experience combination.
• Active Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license; licensure must be maintained at own expense.

Preferred Qualifications

• Relevant work experience with professional capabilities and ability to build industry relationships.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of basic surveying tools (automatic levels, total stations, RTK GNSS, data collectors).
• Knowledge of static GNSS surveys, imaging stations, datum concepts, licensing laws, and the land surveying profession.
• Ability to use GIS and CADD for land surveying and geomatics applications.
• Ability to hike to survey practice fields and perform occasional monument setting or maintenance of equipment.
• Strong teamwork, interpersonal, and communication skills; interest in undergraduate teaching.
• Proficiency in written and oral English.

Starting Salary Information

Initial salary depends on education level and total years of full-time equivalent teaching experience. Example ranges: with a Master’s degree, $58,046 to $74,304; up to $89,166 with Doctorate and 10 years of experience. A maximum of 10 years of experience is considered for initial placement. Tenure Track or Market Factor salary options are available.

Additional Compensation

Market Factor salary: $66,337. Eligible for additional compensation for summer courses and Program Coordination. Relocation expenses may be reimbursed per CSN Faculty Contract (CSN-NFA Contract 2022-25).

Other Details

• Exempt:
  Yes
• Full-Time Equivalent: 100.0%

Required Attachments

To be considered, upload the following documents:

• Resume / Curriculum Vitae including professional licenses
• Cover Letter addressing required and preferred qualifications
• Contact information for three professional references
• Copy of current Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) License
• Unofficial Academic Transcripts (transcripts from outside the U.S. require evaluation if not listed in the Higher Education Directory)

Application Process

All qualifications should reference the minimum and preferred qualifications. Review will commence as applications are received. See CSN career page for details and links to application.

Equal Opportunity

CSN is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution. For more information, visit the nondiscrimination page.

Posting and Internal Details

Posting Close Date: 07/31/2026. NSHE internal applicants should use the Workday internal process to apply. Internal reapplication may be required if applying outside the internal process. National search information and travel reimbursement guidelines apply as noted in the posting.

About Us

The College of Southern Nevada (CSN) serves Las Vegas, North Las Vegas, and Henderson with multiple campuses and sites. The NSHE system is committed to a discrimination-free workplace.

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