Lecturer, American Government, Department of Government

Lecturer, American Government, Department of Government

Location: New London, CT

Hiring Agency: United States Coast Guard

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School: Science, Mathematics, & Humanities

Department: Government

Supervisory: No

Telework Eligible: No

Salary Range: $96,267-$121,205

Pay Plan /Series/Grade: AD-1710-00

Position Title: Lecturer in Government

Opening Period: Open until filled; first cut-off date is February 20, 2026

Temporary or Permanent: Temporary

Relocation Authorized: No

Security Clearance: Not required

Position Type: 12-month

The U.S. Coast Guard Academy Government Department invites applications for a Lecturer in American Government. The desired start date is August 10, 2026.

The U.S. Coast Guard Academy is a highly selective federal military college that provides a rigorous undergraduate program and is committed to building a talented faculty of teacher-scholars who collaborate to provide a multi-disciplinary and hands‑on approach to learning and leadership development. We encourage qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply for consideration. The U.S. Coast Guard Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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This will be an appointment in the excepted service to a full‑time position on the academic faculty for a period not to exceed August 21, 2027. Non‑competitive extensions past the initial contract period may be made in accordance with government instructions if a vacancy exists. The first two years of appointment to federal service is a trial period. This position is not eligible for telework and not eligible for remote work.

All teaching is done in person. Relocation expenses are not authorized. Travel is not required.

Salary offers may be made outside of the listed range for exceptional candidates.

The successful candidate will teach four sections of the 3‑credit introductory American Government course per semester. Over the summer the candidate will assist with teaching, curriculum development, program assessment, and other duties as assigned. The position is not eligible for telework or remote work.