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Colorado State University Adjunct Instructor, Mountain Campus - Open Pool in Fort Collins, Colorado

Posting Detail Information

Working TitleAdjunct Instructor, Mountain Campus - Open Pool

Position LocationCSU Mountain Campus - Bellvue, CO

Work LocationPosition is fully in-office/in-person

Posting Number202300497F

Proposed Annual Salary Range$6,500 - $10,000 per month depending on degree and experience (food and lodging will be paid for through the course)

Employee Benefits

Colorado State University ( CSU ) is committed to providing employees with a strong and competitive benefits package that supports you, your health, and your family. Visit CSU’s Human Resources website for detailed benefit plan information for permanent full-time and part-time faculty and administrative professional employees in the following University benefit areas:https://hr.colostate.edu/hr-community-and-supervisors/benefits/benefits-eligibility/ (https://hr.colostate.edu/hr-community-and-supervisors/benefits/benefits-eligibility/%20) andhttps://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/our-perks/.

Position TypeFaculty

Work Hours/Week

Description of Work Unit

The position will be housed in the Warner College of Natural Resources. The college has 5 departments that offer innovative programs in: Human Dimensions of Natural Resources, Geosciences, Forest and Rangeland Stewardship, Fish, Wildlife, and Conservation Biology, and Ecosystem Science and Sustainability.

Founded in 1870, Colorado State University is among the nation’s leading research universities and enrolls approximately 32,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. Located an hour north of the Denver metro area, Fort Collins is a vibrant community of approximately 157,000 residents that offers the convenience of a small town with all the amenities of a large city. Fort Collins is situated on the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains with views of 14,000 foot peaks, and offers access to numerous cultural, recreational, and outdoor opportunities.

Tenure/Tenure Track?

% Research0

% Teaching100

% Service0

% Administration0

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on05/10/2024

Number of Vacancies

Desired Start Date05/10/2024

Position End Date

Position Summary

The Warner College of Natural Resources is seeking applicants for Temporary Instructor positions to primarily help teach field courses, including the signature month-long experience for undergraduate students at the CSU Mountain Campus field station. This course introduces students to:

  • The terminology and techniques to identify the species and environmental characteristics of natural resources, especially as represented in Colorado.

  • The quantification of these factors including data collection and analysis, and

  • Evaluating conditions of natural resource condition and making management decisions.

The general topics of this course include the Human Dimensions of Natural Resources, Forestry, Range, Fish, Wildlife & Conservation Biology, and Watershed Science. To meet the needs of this class, applicants should have expertise in, at least, one of these fields of study.

Position will be full-time for between 2 weeks and 3 months starting May 10, 2024 – August 4, 2024.

Conditions of EmploymentPre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires)

Required Job Qualifications

A graduate degree in one of the following or closely related subject areas: Human Dimensions of Natural Resources, Forestry, Range, Fish, Wildlife, & Conservation and/or Watershed Science.

Must have a valid driver’s license by the employment start date.

Preferred Job Qualifications

  • Teaching experience in the field related to the disciplines of interest

  • Good written and oral communication skills

  • Good computer skills (e.g., Canvas, Word, Excel)

  • First Aid Training

Special Instructions to Applicants

Submit (1) an application letter describing your qualifications (listed above) for the job and (2) your resume including contact information for three references. References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates.

This pool is valid through 5/10/2024. Individuals wishing to be considered beyond this date must reapply.

Background Check Policy Statement

Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

EEO Statement

Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or pregnancy in its employment, programs, services and activities, and admissions, and, in certain circumstances, marriage to a co-worker. The University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity and equal access institution and affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. TheOffice of Equal Opportunity (https://oeo.colostate.edu/) is located in 101 Student Services.

The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715,titleix@colostate.edu.

The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836,oeo@colostate.edu.

The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the University’s Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836,oeo@colostate.edu.

Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to theOffice of Civil Rights, Department of Education (https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/docs/howto.html) .

Diversity Statement

Reflecting departmental and institutional values, candidates are expected to have the ability to advance the Department’s commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Search ContactPaul Doherty; paul.doherty@colostate.edu

Essential Duties

References Requested

References Requested

Minimum Requested3

Maximum Requested3

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

  • Cover Letter

  • Resume

Optional Documents

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