Fiscal & Operations Analyst (Administrative AnalystSpecialist, Exempt II)

Position Summary

The College of Education at San Diego State University is seeking a detail-oriented and strategic Fiscal and Operations Analyst to support college-wide planning budgeting HR coordination and resource management. Reporting to the Senior Associate Dean this role plays a vital part in guiding financial operations managing non-faculty human resources and supporting shared services initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Planning & Shared Services: Lead implementation of shared services; support strategic initiatives and continuous process improvement; collaborate with the Deans Office and Provost on cross-unit alignment.
• Human Resources Management: Coordinate non-faculty HR functions including recruitment classification onboarding and documentation; serve as liaison to Human Resources and lead Deans Office clerical staff.
• Fiscal & Operations Resource Management: Manage college operating budgets faculty databases and financial reporting; oversee spending projections resource allocation and business process improvements.
• Instructional & Non-Instructional Budget Oversight: Support faculty instructional budgets non-instructional funding (e.g. General Fund Global Campus Foundation) and facility usage planning.

Why Join Us

• Impact financial and operational strategy in a large diverse academic college
• Collaborate with university leaders on high-visibility projects and initiatives
• Gain expertise in shared services academic finance and higher ed operations
• Contribute to a mission-driven environment supporting equity and education

Position Information

• This is a full-time (1.0 time-base) benefits eligible permanent/probationary position.
• This position is designated as exempt under FLSA and is not eligible for overtime compensation.
• Standard SDSU work hours are Monday Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. but may vary based on operational needs.
• The individual hired into this role will work on campus at SDSU in San Diego.

Department Summary

The College of Education prepares skilled personnel for positions in teaching administration counseling and other roles in preK-12 schools community colleges postsecondary education public agencies and the entrepreneurial sector. We serve urban suburban and rural communities richly diverse in culture language and ability/disability through partnerships designed to improve life outcomes of children youth adults and their families. The College has one school the School of Teacher Education and six departments: Administration Rehabilitation and Postsecondary Education; Child and Family Development; Counseling and School Psychology; Educational Leadership; Dual Language and English Learner Education; and Special Education. The College has two Independent and one Joint doctoral programs. There are 79 tenured/tenure track faculty more than 300 lecturers and other part time faculty and 36 management and staff. We serve over 2200 full-time equivalent matriculated students. College programs are accredited by national accrediting organizations in teacher education school psychology marriage and family therapy and rehabilitation counseling. The departments of Educational Leadership and Administration Rehabilitation and Postsecondary Education also delivers credential and masters programs through Global Campus via distance technologies. The Deans Office provides academic professional technical and fiscal leadership and support to departments and programs in the College.

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Education and Experience

Entry to this classification requires general knowledge and skills in the applicable administrative and/or program field with a foundational knowledge of public administration principles practices and methods. This foundation would normally be obtained through a bachelors degree and/or equivalent training and administrative work experience involving study analysis and/or evaluation leading to the development or improvement of administrative policies procedures practices or programs.

Key Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of policies procedures and outside regulations pertaining to the applicable program and/or administrative specialty
• Knowledge of basic methods and procedures for research and statistical analysis and the ability to apply them
• Ability to organize and plan work and projects including handling multiple priorities
• 3-5 years so progressively responsible administrative experience in an academic setting preferred
• Fiscal management experience preferred
• Proficiency in MS Excel and Word preferred
• Masters degree in Public Administration or related field preferred
• Familiarity with collective bargaining rules related to faculty order of hire preferred
• Faculty budget experience preferred

Compensation and Benefits

San Diego State University offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and professional growth.

Compensation:
Salary is based on your experience education and qualifications within the departments budget and equity guidelines.

• CSU Classification Salary Range: $5797 - $8445 per month (Step 1 - Step 20); Step placement will be determined based on relevant qualifications and professional experience. Step placement upon appointment is not expected to exceed Step 10 ($6927) for highly qualified candidates. Future increases including step advancement are subject to contract negotiations.

Full Benefits Package Includes:

• Generous Time Off: 15 paid holidays vacation and sick leave.
• Retirement: CalPERS pension plan with retiree healthcare and reciprocal agreements with other California public retirement systems including the University of California system.
• Health Coverage: Medical dental and vision options at low or no cost.
• Education Support: CSU tuition fee waiver for employees and eligible dependents.
• Optional Offerings: FlexCash life and disability insurance legal and pet plans.
• Campus & Community: Access to the library campus events employee groups and volunteer and social activities.

Our benefits are a significant part of total compensation. Learn more at the SDSU Benefits Overview.

SDSU Values

At SDSU our diversity gives us power and benefits every single member of our community. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws SDSU provides equal opportunity for all in education and employment. We encourage all members of our community to purposefully learn from one another through open and respectful dialogue and responsible engagement. We strongly preserve the right to free expression and encourage difficult conversations that help lead to improved individual and community learning and cohesion.

Principles of Community

At San Diego State University we are a community of diverse individuals who have and represent many perspectives beliefs and identities. This diversity lends our community strength and we commit to creating and sustaining an inclusive and intellectually vibrant environment that benefits all members of our university.

SDSUs Principles of Community is an aspirational statement that is intended to evolve over time. The statement reflects the ideals we are encouraged to uphold in our interactions with one another.

Equal Opportunity and Excellence in Education and Employment

All university programs and activities are open and available to all regardless of race sex color ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws San Diego State University (SDSU) 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. SDSU 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 Californias Proposition 209 (Art. I Section 31 of the California Constitution) other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws and CSUs 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.

SDSU is a diverse community of individuals who represent many perspectives beliefs and identities 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 SDSU excellence is built on merit talent diversity accessibility and equal opportunity for all.

Supplemental Information

Apply by October 13 2025 to ensure full consideration. Applications submitted after this date will be reviewed on an as-needed basis and the position will remain open until filled.

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.

San Diego State University is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions (e.g. H-1B visa).Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Offers of employment are contingent upon the presentation of documents that demonstrate a persons identity and authorization to work in the United States which are consistent with the provisions of theImmigration Reform and Control Act.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. SDSU will make a conditional offer of employment which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current SDSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.

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