Planning Policy and Environment Lecturer Pool

Department Summary


The School of Planning, Policy, and Environmental Studies at San José State University has over 200 majors and minors who represent a diverse student body. We offer four undergraduate and graduate degrees in Environmental Studies, Global Studies, Geography, Geographic Information Science, Urban Planning, and Public Administration. The School is home to thirteen full-time professors, complemented by approximately 20 lecturers who teach both general and specialty classes to upper- and lower-division undergraduate and graduate students.

Teaching with us is a great opportunity for doctoral and post-doc students, as well as professionals with an M.A. or M.S., who are interested in sharing their knowledge with undergraduates. Visit the Department website at http://www.sjsu.edu/envs to view Department information, the range of courses offered, the schedule of classes, and course materials.

Lecturer Opportunities for the ’25-’26 Academic Year


Teaching opportunities are available for the following courses in the Environmental Studies and Global Studies programs. The fall semester begins on August 18, 2025 and concludes December 19, 2025. The spring semester begins on January 20, 2026 and concludes May 22, 2026. Exact course needs subject to change.

• EnvS 10 (Life on a Changing Planet)–An introduction to basic knowledge and theory in the life sciences, focusing on the theme of environmental change. Examines challenging issues in biology and methods for evaluating conflicting data and claims. Develops students’ analytical and writing skills.Various days, times, and modalities. For Fall: T/Th 10:30-11:45 in person
• EnvS 187 (Environmental Restoration)–Interdisciplinary art and science of restoring destroyed or degraded habitats. Emphasis on the interplay of ecological principles, policy, public involvement and economics in the planning, implementation and monitoring of restoration plans. Field work and independent research required. For Fall:  T/Th 9:00-10:15 in person, six Saturday fieldtrips or equivalent.
• URBP 143/URBP 205 (Private Development and Urban Planning)--Study of the entire process of private development from preliminary product analysis through planning, construction and marketing. Upper division and graduate students only. For Fall: Tuesdays, 3:00-5:45 in person

Brief Description of Duties

• The candidate must demonstrate awareness and experience understanding the needs of a student population of great diversity – in age, abilities, cultural background, ethnicity, religion, economic background, primary language, sexual orientation, gender identity, and academic preparation – through inclusive course materials, teaching strategies and advisement.
• Faculty shall organize all their classes within the Canvas Learning Management System (LMS).
• All classes must be offered and meet as scheduled throughout the entire semester or term, in the mode assigned and listed in the schedule of classes (i.e., asynchronous, synchronous, bichronous, in-person, or hybrid).
  
  

Required Qualifications


The School seeks candidates for part-time lecturer instructional positions to teach lower and upper division courses.

• Applicants must have at least an M.S./M.A. (Ph.D. preferred) in Environmental Science/Studies, Planning or a related field. University-level teaching experience is preferred.
• Professional experience, in addition to the master’s degree, will also be considered. Applicants must be well-organized, energetic, and able to provide a supportive learning experience to a diversity of students.
• Ability to organize their classes within the Canvas Learning Management System (LMS), the official LMS provided for the SJSU community. All classes at SJSU, whether online or not, must be anchored in the Canvas platform to ensure faculty-student connection in a common space as all students are directed to log in to Canvas for online access to their classes. You will have access to this system prior to the semester start date.

Campus Security Authority


Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act) and CSU systemwide policy, the faculty coach member in this position is subject to ongoing review for designation as a Campus Security Authority (CSA). Individuals designated as Campus Security Authorities are required to immediately report Clery incidents to the institution and to complete Clery Act training as determined by the University Clery Director. Questions regarding CSA designation and training can be sent to the Clery Director at