New River Community College
Assistant/Associate Professor of Forest Operations
New River Community College, San Luis Obispo, California, us, 93403
Assistant/Associate Professor of Forest Operations
Job No: 548974
Work Type: Instructional Faculty – Tenured/Tenure-Track
Location: Central California: San Luis Obispo
Categories: Bargaining Unit: Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Appointment Type: Tenured/Tenure-Track, Time Basis: Full Time, Job Search Category/Discipline: Faculty - Agriculture
The Natural Resources Management and Environmental Sciences Department (NRES) in the College of Agriculture, Food and Environmental Sciences at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, is seeking a full-time academic year, tenure-track assistant/associate professor position in forest operations starting August 17, 2026.
Overview Cal Poly has a tradition of excellence in teaching and scholarship that supports a curriculum centered on a "Learn by Doing" philosophy and focused on preparing graduates to make a positive impact on their world day one. The ideal candidate will show a strong ability to teach courses in support of the undergraduate Forest & Fire Sciences major including forest operations, forest management, fuels management, and other related courses. The ability and interest to increase the depth of our student body, develop new courses that enhance curriculum and instruction which bridges the candidate's teaching and scholarship are also considered strengths.
Responsibilities
Teach undergraduate courses in forest operations, forest management, fuels management, and related courses for the Forest & Fire Sciences major.
Develop and enhance curriculum and instruction, including new courses that bridge teaching and scholarship.
Collaborate with the forest industry, professional forestry organizations, and stakeholders to advance teaching and scholarship.
Leverage Cal Poly’s Swanton Pacific Ranch to enhance education, advance applied scholarship, and strengthen industry connections.
Participate in department, college, and university service activities.
Qualifications
Doctorate degree focused on forest operations, forest engineering, and/or fuels reduction operations by start date with a record of peer‑reviewed publications and conference presentations.
Excellent teaching record and effective communication and interpersonal skills.
Demonstrated ability to develop an externally funded applied research program involving undergraduate and graduate students and partners.
Experience in student‑centered learning, multidisciplinary collaboration, and inclusive environment.
Strong written and oral communication skills in English.
Preferred Qualifications
Record of excellence in teaching and research commensurate with time since degree.
Experience collaborating with forest industry, public forest managers, state agencies, and professional organizations.
Desire to become a Registered Professional Forester.
Experience working with diverse populations and fostering a collaborative, supportive, inclusive environment.
Salary and Anticipated Hiring Ranges Assistant Professor: $90,948 - $105,156 Associate Professor: $105,492 - $114,720
Equal Opportunity Statement This position is open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, Cal Poly provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities. Cal Poly complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California's Proposition 209, other applicable state and federal anti‑discrimination laws, and CSU's nondiscrimination policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices.
Special Conditions The person holding this position is 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. A background check must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate may start work with Cal Poly.
About the Department The NRES Department offers B.S. degrees in Environmental Earth and Soil Sciences, Environmental Management and Protection, and Forestry and Natural Resources, and an M.S. in Environmental Science and Management. The programs enroll approximately 850 undergraduate students and 30 graduate students and are supported by 22 tenured or tenure‑track faculty. The department has access to a variety of on‑campus and off‑campus field and lab resources to support hands‑on instruction and research, including multiple ranches and agricultural fields on campus as well as Cal Poly’s 3,000‑acre Swanton Pacific Ranch in Santa Cruz county. The department also supports strong interdisciplinary collaboration across campus including faculty participation in Cal Poly’s Wildland Urban Interface (WUI) fire institute and the new Center for Organic Production and Research, among other programs.
How to Apply The position will remain open until filled. Review begin date October 6, 2025. Interested candidates must attach a cover letter, resume/curriculum vitae, unofficial transcripts of the highest degree, statement of teaching philosophy, goals and plans for research, and at least three professional references with names and email addresses. Finalists will be required to provide three letters of reference. The selected candidate will be required to provide official transcripts prior to appointment for final consideration. For additional information, please contact search committee chair Dr. Chip Appel, cappel@calpoly.edu.
To Apply All applicants must apply online at: https://jobs.calpoly.edu/sl/en-us/job/548974
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The Natural Resources Management and Environmental Sciences Department (NRES) in the College of Agriculture, Food and Environmental Sciences at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, is seeking a full-time academic year, tenure-track assistant/associate professor position in forest operations starting August 17, 2026.
Overview Cal Poly has a tradition of excellence in teaching and scholarship that supports a curriculum centered on a "Learn by Doing" philosophy and focused on preparing graduates to make a positive impact on their world day one. The ideal candidate will show a strong ability to teach courses in support of the undergraduate Forest & Fire Sciences major including forest operations, forest management, fuels management, and other related courses. The ability and interest to increase the depth of our student body, develop new courses that enhance curriculum and instruction which bridges the candidate's teaching and scholarship are also considered strengths.
Responsibilities
Teach undergraduate courses in forest operations, forest management, fuels management, and related courses for the Forest & Fire Sciences major.
Develop and enhance curriculum and instruction, including new courses that bridge teaching and scholarship.
Collaborate with the forest industry, professional forestry organizations, and stakeholders to advance teaching and scholarship.
Leverage Cal Poly’s Swanton Pacific Ranch to enhance education, advance applied scholarship, and strengthen industry connections.
Participate in department, college, and university service activities.
Qualifications
Doctorate degree focused on forest operations, forest engineering, and/or fuels reduction operations by start date with a record of peer‑reviewed publications and conference presentations.
Excellent teaching record and effective communication and interpersonal skills.
Demonstrated ability to develop an externally funded applied research program involving undergraduate and graduate students and partners.
Experience in student‑centered learning, multidisciplinary collaboration, and inclusive environment.
Strong written and oral communication skills in English.
Preferred Qualifications
Record of excellence in teaching and research commensurate with time since degree.
Experience collaborating with forest industry, public forest managers, state agencies, and professional organizations.
Desire to become a Registered Professional Forester.
Experience working with diverse populations and fostering a collaborative, supportive, inclusive environment.
Salary and Anticipated Hiring Ranges Assistant Professor: $90,948 - $105,156 Associate Professor: $105,492 - $114,720
Equal Opportunity Statement This position is open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, Cal Poly provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities. Cal Poly complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California's Proposition 209, other applicable state and federal anti‑discrimination laws, and CSU's nondiscrimination policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices.
Special Conditions The person holding this position is 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. A background check must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate may start work with Cal Poly.
About the Department The NRES Department offers B.S. degrees in Environmental Earth and Soil Sciences, Environmental Management and Protection, and Forestry and Natural Resources, and an M.S. in Environmental Science and Management. The programs enroll approximately 850 undergraduate students and 30 graduate students and are supported by 22 tenured or tenure‑track faculty. The department has access to a variety of on‑campus and off‑campus field and lab resources to support hands‑on instruction and research, including multiple ranches and agricultural fields on campus as well as Cal Poly’s 3,000‑acre Swanton Pacific Ranch in Santa Cruz county. The department also supports strong interdisciplinary collaboration across campus including faculty participation in Cal Poly’s Wildland Urban Interface (WUI) fire institute and the new Center for Organic Production and Research, among other programs.
How to Apply The position will remain open until filled. Review begin date October 6, 2025. Interested candidates must attach a cover letter, resume/curriculum vitae, unofficial transcripts of the highest degree, statement of teaching philosophy, goals and plans for research, and at least three professional references with names and email addresses. Finalists will be required to provide three letters of reference. The selected candidate will be required to provide official transcripts prior to appointment for final consideration. For additional information, please contact search committee chair Dr. Chip Appel, cappel@calpoly.edu.
To Apply All applicants must apply online at: https://jobs.calpoly.edu/sl/en-us/job/548974
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