Lecturer - ENVS 351: Outdoor Recreation and Tourism (Fall 2026)

CSU Careers•San Marcos, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Environment and Geography at California State University San Marcos is accepting applications for Fall 2026. Seeking lecturers to teach a lower-division physical science general education (5A) course in physical geography. The course explores the growing social phenomenon of nature-based outdoor recreation, analyzes the environmental impact of outdoor leisure and recreation activities, and surveys the potential and limitations of sustainable tourism.

Requirements

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).
Working in the State of California is a condition of employment.

Nice To Haves

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.
Intercultural competence and a commitment to serving a diverse campus community as it relates to teaching and, as applicable, service.

Responsibilities

Teach a lower-division physical science general education (5A) course in physical geography.
Teach an upper-division course with interdisciplinary dimensions (environmental, social, cultural, economic).