Job Details

Lecturer-Counseling and Human Services

Position Number: 6279008
Location: Colorado Springs, CO
Position Type: Counseling

Lecturer-Counseling and Human Services - 36978 Faculty

Description
Lecturer

College of Education

Department of Counseling and Human Services

Engage. Educate. Empower. Join UCCS as a Lecturer!

Who We Are

The University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) is a premier educational institution that prides itself on academic excellence, research, and community engagement and is actively seeking Lecturers to join our team! UCCS is committed to academic excellence, professional development, and fostering an environment that supports innovation and student success.

Pay Range: Generally starting at $3,000 per 3-credit hour course; $1,000 per credit hour. Courses with low enrollment (less than 12 students) may be canceled. This position is Exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) overtime provisions.

Work Location: Determined by course modality. Generally on campus, in person. Remote teaching opportunities may be available under certain conditions.

Summary

The College of Education at the University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) will establish and maintain a pool of Lecturers in the Counseling and Human Services program from which future appointments to temporary, non-tenure track positions will be made. Appointments are part-time (less than 50% time) and will be made semester-by-semester. This position will teach graduate and/or undergraduate Counseling and Human Services classes. Graduate classes align with CACREP standards and accreditation. Undergraduate courses are designed to meet the standards outlined by the Council for Standards in Human Services. Classes primarily meet in-person on-campus and also may be offered in hybrid, weekend intensive, and other formats.

Tentative Search Timeline

This is an evergreen Lecturer Pool for the Department of Counseling and Human Services at UCCS. Applications will be reviewed on a semester-by-semester basis as business needs arise.

Priority Application Dates: Applications submitted by the following dates will receive priority consideration:

Fall Semester: June 15, 2025
Spring Semester: November 1, 2025
Summer Semester: March 1, 2026

Interview Dates: Candidates whose qualifications match specific course openings may be contacted for interviews at any time as hiring needs arise.
Potential Start Dates: Employment start dates will vary based on course scheduling needs and will align with the start of the relevant academic semester.

Because this appointment is temporary in nature, you will not be eligible to receive all of the benefits normally provided to faculty under the standard University of Colorado benefits programs. You are not eligible to receive paid vacation leave, medical, or retirement benefits. However, you are eligible to accrue sick leave at 0.034 hours of sick leave per hour worked.

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

In accordance with the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, UCCS does not discriminate based on sex in our employment or compensation practices.

Qualifications

Master's degree in Counseling or a closely related field is required
Relevant license as a Licensed Professional, Addictions, or School Counselor is required
Professional experience in the specific course content area is required
The ideal candidate has a terminal degree in Counselor Education and Supervision
Experience teaching in a CACREP accredited counseling program is highly desirable

Special Instructions to Applicants: This lecturer pool will remain through March 31, 2026 when all applications will be dispositioned from the pool and a new announcement will be posted by May 2026. This posting is for the fall 2025 semester and the 2026 spring and summer semesters. If you are not selected in the current pool, you are welcome to reapply to the subsequent pool. Applications submitted through email or surface mail will not be considered. Please apply at www.cu.edu/cu-careers. (Req. ID #36978) Official transcripts are required upon hire. References may be requested. If you have technical difficulties with your application, please contact the CU Careers help desk at 303-860-4200 #5 or cucareershelp@cu.edu. Job-related inquiries should be directed to the posting contact. The University of Colorado Colorado Springs will not sponsor work visas or permanent resident applications for this position. Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV, Unofficial transcript(s) Application Materials Instructions: To apply, please submit the following application materials to this posting. (1.) A current resume/CV. (2.) A cover letter that describes your professional work experience and how it relates to this position. (3.) Unofficial transcripts. When submitting the materials, check the Job Specific Attachments box next to each document in order for the search committee members to see your materials.

Job Category: Faculty

Primary Location: Colorado Springs Department: C0001 -- Colorado Springs Campus - 40038 - COE - Counseling and Human Ser

Schedule: Part-time

Posting Date: Jun 4, 2025

Unposting Date: Ongoing Posting Contact Name: Lori Unruh Posting Contact Email: lunruh@uccs.edu Position Number: 00821317