Lecturer - BUS 300: Business Professional Development (Spring 2026)

Company: California State University San Marcos
Location: San Marcos
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

BUS 300: Business Professional Development Position: Lecturer - Academic Year Academic Year: 2025/26 Day/Time: TBD Modality: In-person College: College of Business Administration Department: Business Professional Development The College of Business Administration at California State University San Marcos seeks a part-time lecturer for Academic Year 2025/26 to teach Business 300: Business Professional Development, one of our Signature Programs. This required 2-unit course enhances students’ professional skills by teaching interactive lessons pertaining to career exploration, soft skill development (i.e., employability skills), and job search strategies. This position requires facilitation skills that aim to increase our students’ career confidence. The candidate should be professionally engaged for at least the past 8 years and have knowledge of industry trends for career development practices. Salary is commensurate with credential and experience. This course is unlike other career development courses in that we incorporate executive coaching into the classroom requirements. Executive in Residences (EIR) Coaches work alongside instructors to ensure that students meet the required coaching requirements and self-reflective assignments. Recognizing that EIR Coaches are volunteers, candidates should be able to foster a team environment with assigned coaches and ensure timely and frequent communication. Minimum qualifications: A master's degree in business or related discipline Active current industry experience in business, management and recruiting, and/or career development experience Ability to facilitate large group discussions and/or experience in teaching or conducting workshops Proficiency in using technology including but not limited to video conferencing (e.g., Zoom, Teams), Microsoft Office (PPT), LinkedIn Willingness to adapt and be engaged in continuous learning and development 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 Preferred qualifications: A doctorate or equivalent Professionally engaged through professional association affiliations and/or consulting services Previous teaching and coaching experience Preference will be given to applicants who demonstrate intercultural competence and a commitment to serving a diverse campus community as it relates to teaching and, as applicable, service. Salary commensurate with degree level and experience Anticipated Hiring Salary Range: $5,507 - $6,677 per full-time month The salary schedule information for the Lecturer – Academic Year Classification is available based on the following ranges: CSU Classification Salary Range Lecturer A - AY: $5,507 - $6,677 per full-time month The anticipated hiring range is generally at or near the minimum of the appropriate range, commensurate with education and experience. Application: To apply, please prepare to submit the following: Your completed faculty application Curriculum Vitae (uploaded) Contact information for three current references Letter of interest (uploaded) Timeline: A review of applications will begin on January 9, 2026; however, the position will remain open until filled. The University is particularly interested in candidates who have experience working with students from diverse backgrounds and a demonstrated commitment to improving access to higher education for under-represented groups. CSUSM has been designated as a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) and was named one of the top 32 Colleges most friendly to junior faculty by the Collaborative on Academic Careers in Higher Education. Visit Faculty Opportunities for more information. California State University San Marcos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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 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 it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. 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 in CSU Executive Order 1083 Revised December 22, 2020 as a condition of employment. An offer of employment is contingent upon execution of an Acknowledgement of Mandated Reporter Status and Legal Duty to Report Child Abuse and Neglect form. Signing the form is a prerequisite to employment and failure to sign will result in any offer of employment being withdrawn. The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act or Clery Act Notification can be found at Clery Act Notification .

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