AIS 150: Intro to Federal Indian Law

• Position: Lecturer - Academic Year
• Semester: Fall 2024
• Day/Time: Wednesdays, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:50 p.m.
• Modality: In-Person
• College: CHABSS - College of Humanities, Arts, Behavioral and Social Sciences
• Department: American Indian Studies

The Department of American Indian Studies at California State University San Marcos seeks a part time lecturer for Fall 2024 to AIS 150: Intro to Federal Indian Law. Salary is commensurate with credential and experience.

Course Description

Introduces the history and contemporary interpretations of federal Indian law from early American rulings that form the foundation of 21st Century understandings of tribal sovereignty. Reviews recent legal cases and precedence that impact American Indian land and people. Develops critical understanding of the legislative process and its effect on American Indians and all US citizens including how to shape future policy and interests in the region, the state, and the nation.

Minimum qualifications:

• 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.

Preferred qualifications:

• Higher education teaching experience preferred
• Preference will be given to applicants with demonstrated commitment to diversity, inclusivity, and/or intercultural competence with diverse groups in relation to teaching.

Salary commensurate with degree level and experience 

• Anticipated Hiring Salary Range: $5,007 - $8,000 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: $5,007 - $6,359 per full-time month 
• CSU Classification Salary Range Lecturer B - AY: $5,925 - $12,594 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 June 26, 2024; 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.

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California State University San Marcos is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer that is 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.

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.

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