Administrative AnalystSpecialist

Administrative Analyst/Specialist
(Administrative Analyst/Specialist II)

Compensation and Benefits

Anticipated Hiring Salary Range: $5274 - $5488 per month

Full CSU Classification Salary Range:$5274 -$7684 per month

• This is a full-time probationary exempt position.

The CSU system provides a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical dental and vision plans membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) sick and vacation time and 15 paid holidays a year. Eligible employees are also able to participate in the fee waiver education program. A summary of benefit information can be found here.

Job Summary

Working independently under the supervision of the Director of the Office of Innovation and Digital Excellence for Academic Success (IDEAS) or designee the position supports faculty academic support units staff students and other campus clients by providing consultation and support to enhance the use and access of technology. This position will serve as the Academic Technology Resource Center (ATRC) specialist overseeing a number of student assistants working in ATRC DISCOVERe and IDEAS. Responsibilities include but are not limited to monitoring ongoing divisional communication meetings and events. The incumbent will interface and effectively communicate with a diverse group of people; provide advisory service; serve as custodian of all resource information/files for unit activities; and maintain an open and effective work environment and rapport as a key information resource. This position may be assigned to a variety of other tasks including requirement analysis documentation and quality assurance testing. The position also provides budget analysis administrative oversight for the Office of IDEAS. This position will also be a lead over student assistants including the hiring process for student assistants. A significant degree of autonomy is afforded the incumbent to ensure that proposal submission deadlines can be met requiring considerable judgment discretion and accountability.

Key Qualifications

• Knowledge of:
  • Working knowledge of processes that ensure data integrity compliance and adequate internal controls.
  • General knowledge and skills in the office management and administrative field with a foundational knowledge of public administration principles practices and methods.
  • Knowledge of operational and fiscal analysis and techniques.
  • Advanced proficiency in computer office systems and ability to use a broad range of technology systems and software packages (Microsoft Office Suite Google apps and Adobe PDF).
  • General knowledge of financial budgetary and accounting principles and practices.
  • Experience in supporting state and federal funding proposal development.
• Skill/Ability to:
  • Participate in planning and development activities and recommend methods to meet programmatic or administrative goals.
  • Skill in the research development and evaluation of policies and programs including skill in the collection evaluation and interpretation of data to develop sound conclusions and make appropriate recommendations.
  • Ability to interpret and apply a wide variety of policies and procedures.
  • Ability to take initiative and independently plan organize coordinate and perform work in various situations where numerous and diverse demands are involved.
  • Ability to train others in new skills and procedures effectively present ideas and concepts in written or presentation format and use consultative and facilitation skills to gain consensus.
  • Interpersonal and communication skills including ability to work effectively with people of diverse backgrounds and in a team-oriented environment.
  • Ability to organize and plan work and projects including handling multiple priorities.
  • Use initiative and resourcefulness in planning work assignments and in implementing long-range program improvements.
  • Troubleshoot a wide variety of problems and provide senior level administrative and full range front office support coordinating the clerical and administrative office functions to ensure customer service is provided in a prompt friendly and efficient manner.

To view the full list of qualifications and job responsibilities please click the Position Description button above.

Education and Experience

• Equivalent to a bachelors degree from a regionally accredited college or university.
• Three years of professional administrative work experience involving study analysis and/or evaluation leading to the development or improvement of administrative policies procedures practices or programs.
  • Preferred Knowledge Skills or Abilities:
    • Masters Degree preferably in an area such as higher education business or related field.
    • Experience working in a higher education setting.
    • Adept with information technology and proficient in setting-up troubleshooting canvas and smart classroom infrastructure.
    • Adept with electronic submission systems for proposals particularly federal systems.
    • Two years of experience supporting development of state or federal funding proposals.
    • Working knowledge of PeopleSoft.

Department Summary

The Office of IDEAS (Innovation and Digital Excellence for Academic Success) consolidates the Center for Faculty Excellence DISCOVERe Academic Technology Resource Center and the Accessible Resource Center under one umbrella administered by the Provosts Office. The office ensures that faculty and students have outstanding support for Canvas Panopto Zoom AI and much more. IDEAS will continue the tradition of providing high-level professional development opportunities in the areas of open educational resources accessible course content technology innovation and pedagogy.

Deadline & Application Instructions

Applications received by June 15 2026will be given full consideration by the search committee.

• Applications received after that date will be forwarded at the request of the Hiring Manager and/or search committee.

Please click Apply Now to complete the employment application for California State University Fresno. Interested applicants must complete the application and attach the following: 1) their most recent resumé/vitae 2) a cover letter that addresses their specific qualifications and interest and 3) contact information for three professional references.

Fresno State

California State University Fresno is one of 22 campuses in the California State University System. The Universitys mission is to boldly educate and empower students for success through our values of Discovery Diversity and Distinction. The current student population is more than 25000 including a large percentage of students with diverse and culturally rich backgrounds. The University serves the San Joaquin Valley while maintaining deep involvement with the state nation and across the globe.

Metropolitan Fresno with a multi-ethnic population of over 527000 is located in the heart of the San Joaquin Valley. The campus is within driving distance of Yosemite Kings Canyon and Sequoia National Parks San Francisco Los Angeles the Monterey Peninsula beaches sailing lakes and numerous ski resorts. Fresno boasts one of the most reasonable housing markets in California and offers a wide array of locally grown fruits and produce.

Equal Employment Opportunity Information

California State University Fresno is committed to maintaining and implementing employment policies and procedures in compliance with applicable state and federal equal employment opportunity laws and Orders 1096 and 1097 prohibit discrimination harassment and retaliationon the basis of a protected status: race color religion national origin ancestry age sex (including gender identity) sexual orientation marital status pregnancy mental disability physical disability medical condition and covered veteran status. Fresno States commitment to diversity informs our efforts in recruitment hiring and retention. We are proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

COVID19 Vaccination Policy

Per theCSU COVID-19 Vaccination Policy it is strongly recommended that all employees who are accessing office and campus facilities follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age medical condition and other relevant indications. Questions may be sent to.

Supplemental Information

Following a conditional offer of employment a background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate may start work with California State University Fresno. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may result in the withdrawal of the offer of employment. Current employees who are offered positions on campus will be required to undergo a background check for any position where a background check is required by law or that Fresno State has identified as sensitive.

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.

This position may be a designated position under the California State Universitys Conflict of Interest Code. This will require the filing of a Statement of Economic Interest on an annual basis and the completion of training within six (6) months of assuming office and every two (2) years thereafter.

Fresno State is a tobacco-free smoke-free and vapor-free campus.

Fresno State is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions. (e.g. H1-B Visas)