Community Development and/or Land-Use Planning, CSU Fresno - Fresno, CA

Community Development and/or Land-Use Planning 

CSU Fresno

Location: 

Fresno, CA

California State University, Fresno 
College of Social Sciences 
Geography 
Vacancy # 12746 
http://www.fresnostate.edu/socialsciences/

Community Development and/or Land-Use Planning
Assistant Professor

California State University, Fresno is an engaged University. We focus on broadening students' intellectual horizons, fostering lifelong learning skills, developing the leaders of tomorrow, promoting community involvement, and instilling an appreciation of world cultures. We nurture cultural competence by celebrating the rich diversity of the campus community and welcoming the participation of all. Members of the University community are expected to work effectively with faculty, staff and students from diverse ethnic, cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds. For information on the University's commitment and dedication to creating a university known for its integrity, civility, equity, respect and ethical behavior, please visit: http://www.fresnostate.edu/academics/diversity 

Position Summary:

The Department of Geography and City and Regional Planning is accepting applications for a tenure-track position in Community Development and/or Land-Use Planning. The successful candidate will teach planning classes, as well as general education classes. Planning classes will focus on the built environment and community; community development, neighborhood planning, housing policy, community-oriented design and land-use planning. The successful candidate may be called upon to teach in a distance or service learning education mode and will be encouraged to develop web-enhanced and/or web-based instruction. The candidate will perform outcome assessment for courses. Additional responsibilities of the candidate include research, publication, and other scholarly activities, as well as advising students and engaging in service at all levels of the university.
Overview:

The Department of Geography and City and Regional Planning is a student-centered department and one of nine departments and programs in the College of Social Sciences. The department offers a BA degree in Geography, a minor in Meteorology, a minor in Interdisciplinary Urban Studies, and an option in City and Regional Planning; and is also developing an online Certificate of Advanced Study in Community and Regional Planning that it hopes to be made available to students in 2016. Part of the department's five-year plan is to create a separate BS degree in City and Regional Planning. The course offerings support undergraduate preparation for careers in environmental study, teaching, weather, regional and urban planning, and preparation for graduate work. The department boasts the most internationally diverse faculty in the university and takes pride in its scholarly excellence. Faculty research is supported by state of the art facilities in two of its laboratories: environmental research and GIS/Remote sensing laboratories. There is opportunity for students to work with faculty on their research projects.

Required Education:

Ph.D. in Geography, City and Regional Planning, or a related field from an accredited institution (or equivalent) is required. Candidates nearing the completion of the doctorate (ABD) will be considered; however, for continued employment the doctorate must be completed by 7/31/2016.

Required Experience:

Evidence of success in scholarly research, such as publications in peer-reviewed journals and/or publications of professional and technical reports. The successful candidate must have the ability to work effectively with faculty, staff, and students from diverse ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds. The University is committed to promoting the success of all, and to reducing the barriers to success related to differences in areas such as race, ethnicity, culture, disability, and more. Candidates who can contribute to that goal are encouraged to apply and identify their strengths and experiences in this area. For additional information on the University's commitment to diversity visit: www.fresnostate.edu/academics/diversity.

Preferred Qualifications:

Preferred candidates will have demonstrated success in teaching excellence at the collegiate level. Preferred candidates will have demonstrated expertise in Community Development and/or Land-Use Planning, such as teaching community development courses, professional planning experience, and/or an earned AICP certification. Preferred candidates shall have expertise in working with planning offices and local communities on planning-related projects.

Application Procedures:

To ensure full consideration, applicants should submit all application materials by 11/2/2015. Complete an on-line application at http://jobs.csufresno.edu and attach the following materials: (1) a cover letter addressing qualifications and experience, (2) names and contact information of three references, and (3) a curriculum vitae. Finalists will be required to submit a statement of teaching interest and philosophy; and arrange for a minimum of three current letters of recommendation and official transcripts to be sent directly to the search committee. For inquiries contact Dr. Aribilola Omolayo, Search Committee Chair; Department of Geography and City and Regional Planning; California State University, Fresno; 2555 E. San Ramon Avenue, M/S SB 69; Fresno, CA 93740-8034; Phone: 559.278.5270; E-mail: samuelo@csufresno.edu.

Other Requirements:

A link to the Annual Safety and Security/Fire Safety Report is provided in compliance with the 1998 Jeanne Clery Disclosure Act, and California Education Code section 67380. The report includes three calendar years of select campus crime statistics and it includes security policies and procedures for the campus. Applicants, students, and employees can obtain a copy of this report from the web site: http://www.fresnostate.edu/police/clery/index.shtml or by contacting the Campus Police Department. The person holding this position may be considered a "mandated reporter" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. You can obtain a copy of this Executive order by accessing the following web site: http://www.calstate.edu/eo/EO-1083.html

Background Check:

Necessary background investigations will be conducted, as required, depending upon the job requirements of position. These could include, but are not limited to, processing of fingerprints through the Department of Justice and FBI and degree and license verification upon employment. An offer of employment may be withdrawn or employment may be terminated based upon the results of these verifications. Full disclosure of all misdemeanors and felonies should be made in connection with this application.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

California State University, Fresno is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, or protected veteran status.