ENVS 351: Outdoor Recreation and Tourism

• Position: Lecturer
• Semester: Fall 2026
• Day/Time: Monday and Wednesday, from 5:30 to 6:45 p.m.
• Modality: In-person
• College:  College of Humanities, Arts, Behavioral and Social Sciences
• Department: Environment & Geography

The Department of Environment and Geography at California State University San Marcos is accepting applications for Fall 2026.  Salary is commensurate with credentials and experience.  Seeking lecturers to teach a lower-division physical science general education (5A) course in physical geography. The course description is below.  

Course Description

Explores the growing social phenomenon of nature-based outdoor recreation. Analyzes the environmental impact of outdoor leisure and recreation activities. Surveys the potential and limitations of sustainable tourism. 

Minimum qualifications:

• A master’s degree in Environmental Studies, Recreation & Tourism Studies, Geography, Sustainability, Ecology, Sociology, or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated knowledge of outdoor recreation, environmental impacts, and/or sustainable tourism.
• Experience teaching at the college level or evidence of strong potential for effective undergraduate instruction.
• Ability to teach an upper‑division course with interdisciplinary dimensions (environmental, social, cultural, economic).
• Per the California State University’s Out-of-State Employee Policy, the CSU is prohibited from hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside of California. Working in the State of California is a condition of employment.

Preferred qualifications:

• A doctorate in Environmental Studies, Recreation & Tourism, Geography, Sociology, or a related discipline.
• Prior teaching experience in areas such as outdoor recreation, environmental impact assessment, tourism studies, environmental management, or sustainability.
• Professional or research experience related to parks and protected areas, ecotourism, outdoor recreation planning, or human‑environment interactions.
• Understanding of the ecological and social impacts of recreation on natural landscapes.
• 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 - $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: $5,507 - $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.

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 May 8, 2026; however, the position will remain open until filled.

CSUSM has been designated as a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) and was recently 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 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