2026-27 Lecturer Pool - Project Management Program (For-Credit Extension)

College: College of Professional and Global Education (PaGE)

Position Title: 2026-27 Lecturer Pool - Project Management Program (For-Credit Extension)

Department of Programs and Workforce Development

Position Details:

The College of Professional and Global Education (PaGE) at Cal State LA, is seeking applications for a pool of part-time faculty lecturers with positions available as determined by need during the 2026-2027 academic year. Positions will be filled as needed for each academic semester.

The Project Management Program (PMP) part-time faculty pool is continuously open, and positions are filled as needed, based on student enrollment and funding. Candidates may need to be available to begin teaching on a short notice. PMP part-time lecturers serve as an instructor and teach assigned courses in the College of Professional and Global Education for-credit program.

Minimum Qualifications:

Candidate must have an appropriate degree from an accredited university (for upper division undergraduate courses-master’s degree; for graduate courses-doctoral degree, or master’s degree and substantial teaching experience). Demonstrated excellence in teaching at a college level. Three to five years of industry-relevant work experience and demonstrated ability to work with diverse populations. Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification required.

Candidate should demonstrate best practice teaching adult learners and career transitioners returning to a post-secondary educational setting. PaGE prioritizes instructor experience providing career-engaged, culturally sustaining curriculum, and applied learning in a variety of modalities. Demonstrated experience teaching online using the Quality Matters (QM) rubric. Demonstrated experience incorporating high-impact practices, current economic outlook within academic discipline, civic purpose, and opportunities for interdisciplinary research.

Applicants should have the ability to relate well to others within the academic environment and demonstrate ability and/or interest in working in a multiethnic, multicultural environment. Demonstrated experience and commitment to student-centered learning and teaching. Demonstrated proficiency in written and oral use of the English language is required. 

Preferred Qualifications:

Preference will be given to those with experience in working with diverse populations and fostering a collaborative, supportive and inclusive environment. Preference will also be given to those with relevant work experience and training.

Duties:

Duties of part-time faculty lecturers include instruction, class preparation, grading, and office hours. Other duties may be assigned based on departmental needs. Course assignments, including dates, time, and modality, are made under the direction of the College Dean.

• Prepare and deliver course materials aligned with program learning objectives and current industry practices.
• Design assessments and engaging learning activities that support student learning and the development of practical project management skills.
• Update course content periodically to reflect evolving PMP practices, technologies, and program feedback.
• Communicate course expectations, learning objectives, and grading policies clearly to students.
• Respond to student questions and learning needs in a timely and professional manner.
• Employ inclusive and culturally responsive teaching practices that support diverse learners, including students with documented accommodations.
• Incorporate practical PMP examples, case materials, or professional scenarios to help students understand how PMP concepts are applied in real-world practice.
• Evaluate student performance and assign grades based on established learning outcomes.
• Submit final grades within University timelines and address student inquiries regarding course evaluation as needed.
• Maintain student records in accordance with University policies.
• Maintain course materials, assessments, and instructional practices consistent with program standards and recognized guidelines for project management education.

Salary:

Initial Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. The salary schedule information for the faculty lecturer: Academic Year-month Classification is available based on the following ranges: (per salary schedule 7/1/2024)

Lecturer A/2 Salary Per Unit Range: $117 - $1,792

Lecturer B/3 Salary Per Unit Range: $117 - $1,957

Lecturer C/4 Salary Per Unit Range: $117 - $2,477

Lecturer D/5 Salary Per Unit Range: $117 - $2,477

The anticipated hiring range is based on rank and student enrollment at census date.  Most new faculty lecturers are hired at the Lecturer C rank.

The University:

California State University, Los Angeles (Cal State LA) is one of 22 campuses within the California State University system.  The University is the premier comprehensive public university in the heart of Los Angeles. Cal State LA is ranked number one in the U.S. for the upward mobility of its students, and is dedicated to engagement, service, and the public good.  We offer nationally recognized programs in science, the arts, business, criminal justice, engineering, nursing, education, ethnic studies, and the humanities. Our faculty have a strong commitment to scholarship, research, creative pursuits, community engagement, and service.

Our 240,000 alumni reflect the City and County’s dynamic mix of populations. The University has one of the most diverse student populations of any college or university in the nation.  As a federally recognized Hispanic-Serving Institution, and Asian-American, Native American, and Pacific Islander-Serving Institution, Cal State LA recognizes the transformative power of education and embraces its duty to identify and serve the needs of all of its students. The University is committed to creating a community in which a diverse population can live, work and learn in an atmosphere of civility and respect for the rights and sensibilities of each individual.

The Department/Division School:

The College of Professional and Global Education (PaGE) provides affordable, practical, and lifelong pathways in various educational settings, including Cal State LA Downtown, Cal State LA's Main Campus, and LA Online, preparing individuals and organizations of diverse backgrounds and interests to serve and succeed in their local and global communities. Programs include opportunities for online degree completion, post-baccalaureate and extended education, certificates, as well as career-upskilling pathways. 

Required Documentation:

Please submit the following with the employment application at the Apply link listed below:

1. a cover letter specifically addressing minimum and preferred qualifications.
2. a narrative statement describing your commitment to working effectively with faculty, staff, and students in a multicultural/multiethnic urban campus environment with a substantial population of students who are among the first-generation of their family to attend a college or university.
3. an updated curriculum vitae.
4. list of CSU courses previously taught, and/or courses or topics areas qualified for and requesting careful consideration to teach in the upcoming academic year.
5. please provide three references, including name, company, and contact number. One reference must include a current supervisor. You will be notified before we reach out to your current supervisor. The references will be contacted prior to hiring.
6. unofficial transcripts.
7. Copy of Project Management Professional (PMP) Certificate

Official Transcripts will be required upon hire offer and prior to employment. Employment is contingent upon proof of eligibility to work in the United States. 

*A United States (US) Equivalency certification is required for earned/awarded/conferred foreign terminal degrees. The US Equivalency certification is used to validate foreign studies by an academic credential evaluation agency and is evaluated on foreign studies and deemed to be equivalent to degrees from the United States. The certification must translate the information in English, and confirm that your highest terminal degree is US Equivalent to a US terminal degree (i.e., Master’s, Doctorate’s, Doctor’s of Philosophy).

Application:

Deadline: For full consideration, complete applications must be submitted by April 15, 2026. Applications received after the deadline may be considered.

To apply: please click the Apply Now icon on this page or visit Faculty Lecturer Positions or https://careers.calstatela.edu.   

Please address all questions to the Director of Programs, Andrea Arias: [email protected].  

Note: 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.

Beginning January 1, 2022, campuses may not hire or reappoint an Employee to perform CSU-related work outside of California. Requests for exceptions are very limited based on CSU Policy and must have prior written approval from the University President.

Background Check: A background check (including a criminal records check) must be satisfactorily completed. Offers of employment are conditional and may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or 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.

Education Code 89521 Requirements: Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last seven years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant’s current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.

Equal Opportunity and Excellence in Education and Employment:

All university programs and activities are open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, California State University, Los Angeles provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities. California State University, Los Angeles complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California’s Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws, and CSU’s Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices. California State University, Los Angeles is a diverse community of individuals who represent many perspectives, beliefs and identities, committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and intellectually vibrant environment. We cultivate a culture of open dialogue, mutual respect, and belonging to support educational excellence and student success. Through academic programs, student organizations and activities, faculty initiatives, and community partnerships, we encourage meaningful engagement with diverse perspectives. As a higher education institution, we are dedicated to advancing knowledge and empowering individuals to reach their full potential by prioritizing inclusive curriculum development, faculty and staff training, student mentorship, and comprehensive support programs. At California State University, Los Angeles, excellence is built on merit, talent, diversity, accessibility, and equal opportunity for all.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/TITLE IX EMPLOYER

Upon request, reasonable accommodation will be provided to individuals with protected disabilities to (a) complete the employment process and (b) perform essential job functions when this does not cause undue hardship.