Faculty

Human Resources supports Cal State Monterey Bay faculty with guidance, policies and programs that promote professional growth, recognition and a successful academic career.

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Human Resources at Cal State Monterey Bay supports faculty throughout every stage of their academic careers from appointment and compensation to retirement and recognition. The Faculty section provides guidance on salary and negotiated compensation provisions, the Faculty Early Retirement Program, emeritus status nominations and policies governing low enrollment, independent study and special topics courses. Together, these resources ensure clarity, consistency and support for faculty as they contribute to the university’s student-centered mission and academic excellence. 

Emeritus/a Faculty Status

Provides guidelines for nominating and awarding emeritus status to retiring faculty in recognition of meritorious service.

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Faculty Early Retirement Program (FERP)

Outlines eligibility, participation requirements and benefits for faculty participating in the Faculty Early Retirement Program.

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Faculty Resources

Offers centralized access to policies, procedures and administrative resources that support faculty throughout their academic careers.

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Faculty Salary

Outlines salary schedules, pay timelines and negotiated increases that support equitable and transparent faculty compensation.

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Low Enrollment, Independent Study, and Special Topics Courses

Provides policies and procedures governing course continuation, independent study agreements and the development of special topics courses.

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New Faculty

Essential information to help you transition into your role, including onboarding steps, key contacts, campus systems and required trainings.

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Outside Employment and Research Policies

Review CSU and Cal State Monterey Bay policies regarding outside employment, including approval requirements, reporting obligations and conflict of interest considerations.

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Retention, tenure and promotion resources

Access the official Cal State Monterey Bay Retention, Tenure and Promotion Policy, including eligibility requirements, evaluation criteria and procedural guidelines.

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University RTP Committee

View the current members of the University RTP Committee and learn about faculty representation across departments.

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Interfolio

Learn how Interfolio supports the electronic submission and review process for Retention, Tenure and Promotion at Cal State Monterey Bay.

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Sabbaticals and Travel

Review CSU and Cal State Monterey Bay policies governing sabbatical leave, including eligibility requirements, timelines and reporting expectations.

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Temporary Faculty

Review policies and procedures related to temporary faculty appointments, contracts, workload and evaluation.

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Lecturer Entitlement

Learn how lecturer entitlement is determined under the CSU Collective Bargaining Agreement, including eligibility criteria and appointment rights.

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Tenure and Tenure Track Forms and Policies

Access the official Retention, Tenure and Promotion Policy governing probationary faculty, including evaluation criteria and review procedures.

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