"Lecturer Pool AY 25-26: Department of Hospitality, Recreation and Tourism"

FACULTY EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

DEPARTMENT OF HOSPITALITY, RECREATION AND TOURISM

Part-Time Lecturer Pool Position

POSITION AVAILABLE: One or more temporary, part-time lecturers for a pool from which instructors will be considered for appointments as they become available for Fall Semester 2025 and/or Spring Semester 2026.

The Hospitality, Recreation and Tourism Department at California State University East Bay prepares students to graduate as leaders in the field of hospitality, recreation, tourism management and recreation therapy. Our program provides opportunities for 4-year, transfer, international, and non-traditional students. Courses are offered in a variety of formats including online, in-person, and hybrid to accommodate full-time, part-time, and online-only students. Learning occurs through both experiential learning and practical theoretical application. Experiential learning experiences include course projects, event planning, tours, site visits, service learning, and internship experiences. The program supports the development of students’ leadership, communication, technical, data-driven decision-making, and critical thinking skills through immersion in the industry-relevant curriculum.

DUTIES OF THE POSITION: The Department of Hospitality, Recreation and Tourism is seeking part-time lecturers to teach in the areas of recreation, hospitality, recreation therapy, and tourism. Teaching assignments at California State University, East Bay include courses at the Hayward campus, the Concord Center, and/or online. The policy and expectation of the California State University is that all faculty members will perform all of their duties within the state of California.

RANK AND SALARY: Salary is dependent upon educational preparation and experience. The salary ranges for the Lecturer-Academic Year classification are as follows: Range 2: $5,507 - $6,677; Range 3: $6,221 - $13,224; Range 4: $6,825 - $14,523; Range 5: $8,593 - $15,211. The anticipated hiring range is generally at or near the minimum of the appropriate range, commensurate with education and experience.

DATES OF APPOINTMENT: Fall Semester: 08/18/25 - 12/19/25; Spring Semester: 01/20/26 - 05/22/26.

QUALIFICATIONS: A Master’s degree is required to teach lecture-based lower division courses, with a minimum of at least one degree (BS or MS) in Hospitality, Recreation, Recreation Therapy, Tourism, or a directly related field. Management experience in one of the industries is highly preferred.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Positions open until filled. Applications are considered on a continuous basis. Applicants must submit a letter of interest, a complete and current vita, an academic application, and two letters of professional recommendation.