Lecturer - AIS American Indian Communities; Fall

Lecturer - AIS 348:
American Indian Communities (Fall 2026)

Job no: 559444

Work type: Instructional Faculty
- Temporary/Lecturer

Location: San Marcos

Categories: Unit 3 - CFA
- California Faculty Association, Temporary, Part Time, Faculty
- Human Development

• Semester: Fall 2026
• Day/Time: Wednesdays, 4:00 p.m. to 5:15 p.m.
• Modality: Hybrid
• College: College of Humanities, Arts, Behavioral & Social Sciences
• Department: American Indian Studies

An in‑depth examination of American Indian communities, with special emphasis on Southern California Indian communities. Students will understand contemporary issues and concerns facing American Indians today. Themes covered include tribal sovereignty, demography, decolonization, education, identity, environment, health and wellness, cultural survival, and cultural empowerment. In partnership with local tribes, students will apply the knowledge and analytical skills gained in the classroom to help address environmental, social, and cultural issues within the community.

Includes community work and has a field component.

• A master’s degree or equivalent in American Indian Studies or related discipline
• Per the California State University’s Out‑of‑State Employment Policy, the CSU is prohibited from hiring employees to perform CSU‑related work outside California. Working in the State of California is a condition of employment.

• Higher Education teaching experience preferred.

Anticipated hiring salary range: $5,507 – $8,000 per full‑time month.

CSU Classification Salary Range Lecturer A – AY: $5,507 – $6,677 per full‑time month.

CSU Classification Salary Range Lecturer B – AY: $6,221 – $13,224 per full‑time month.

The anticipated hiring range is generally at or near the minimum of the appropriate range, commensurate with education and experience.

• Your completed faculty application
• Curriculum Vitae (uploaded)
• Contact information for three current references
• Letter of interest (uploaded)

A review of applications will begin on July 14, 2026; however, the position will remain open until filled.

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California State University San Marcos is an Equal Opportunity Employer strongly committed to promoting diversity in all areas of the campus community. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to age, physical or mental disability, gender or sex, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion or religious creed, sexual orientation and veteran or military status.

Per the California State University’s Out‑of‑State Employment Policy, the CSU is prohibited from hiring employees to perform CSU‑related work outside California. Working in the State of California is a condition of employment.

The person holding this position is considered a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

This position is subject to employment verification, education verification, reference checks, and criminal record checks. An offer of appointment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, including a criminal records check, and may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information and/or if it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.

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