The Experience Industry Management (EIM) Department in collaboration with the Wine and Viticulture (WVIT) Department in the College of Agriculture, Food and Environmental Sciences at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, CA, is seeking a two-year, full-time, academic year Full Time Lecturer in Event Planning and Wine Hospitality starting August 17, 2026. Rank and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Primary teaching responsibilities will include: Hospitality, Convention, and Meeting Management (EIM), Strategic Event Planning (EIM), Strategic Event Implementation (EIM), Tasting Room Experience (WVIT), and Wine Hospitality I & II (WVIT). Additional courses across the curriculum may be assigned based on student demand and the applicants’ qualifications and interests.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND EXCELLENCE IN EDUCATION AND EMPLOYMENT

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 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), 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.

Cal Poly is a diverse community of individuals who represent many perspectives, beliefs and identities, and is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and intellectually vibrant environment. We cultivate a culture of open dialogue, mutual respect, and belonging to support educational excellence and student success. Through academic programs, student organizations and activities, faculty initiatives, and community partnerships, we encourage meaningful engagement with diverse perspectives. As a higher education institution, we are dedicated to advancing knowledge and empowering individuals to reach their full potential by prioritizing inclusive curriculum development, faculty and staff training, student mentorship, and comprehensive support programs. At Cal Poly, excellence is built on merit, talent, diversity, accessibility, and equal opportunity for all.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• An earned Bachelor’s degree in event planning/management, marketing, organizational communication, or closely related field.
• Candidates must demonstrate, or show potential for, excellence in teaching, effective communication, interpersonal skills, and ability to be a team player.
• Demonstrated experience and commitment to student-centered learning and teaching, as well as the ability to collaboratively work in multidisciplinary settings is required.
• Work effectively with teams, be a productive team player, and interact well with peers, students, industry, government agencies, and the general public.
• Demonstrated relevant professional experience in event management, wine hospitality, and/or related professional sectors with at least one professional certification such as the Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) designation required.
• Demonstrated effective communication and interpersonal skills, and excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrated proficiency in the written and oral use of the English language.

PREFERED QUALIFICATIONS

• Preference will be given to candidates with productive records of teaching and scholarly activity that would strengthen current department initiatives and those with strong demonstrated leadership experience and capability.
• The ability to collaborate with faculty across the College and University is desirable.
• Preference will be given to candidates with teaching experience in event planning and experience management and wine hospitality as well as the ability to teach broadly across both the EIM and WVIT curriculum.
• Preference will be given to those with experience working with diverse populations and fostering a collaborative, supportive and inclusive environment.

Preference will also be given to those with the ability to build connections with community and industry partners and foster new professional relationships