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Director of Academic Resources
Job no: 555204
Work type: Management (MPP)
Location: Los Angeles
Categories: MPP, Administrative, At-Will, Full Time
Job No: 555204; 02/19/2026 Revised
DIRECTOR OF ACADEMIC RESOURCES
California State University, Los Angeles, invites applications for the above Administrator III position.
The University: California State University, Los Angeles (Cal State LA) is one of 22 campuses within the California State University system. The University is the premier comprehensive public university in the heart of Los Angeles. We offer nationally recognized programs, and our faculty have a strong commitment to scholarship, research, creative pursuits, and service.
As a federally recognized Hispanic-serving (HSI) and Asian American, Native American, and Pacific Islander-serving institution (AANAPISI), Cal State LA recognizes the transformative power of education and embraces its duty to identify and serve the needs of all its students. The University is committed to creating a community in which a diverse population of students, faculty, and staff can thrive.
The Position: Under the general oversight of the Associate Provost for Operational Success, the Director of Academic Resources will play a lead role in assisting the planning of academic resource allocation and overseeing academic resource expenditures for the Provost and Division of Academic Affairs. The Director will support the Vice Provost/Provost in divisional budget planning; provide projections and analyze financial impacts; deliver guidance to administrative staff, Deans, and Directors in the interpretation of CSU policies and practices; act as fiscal and administrative officer for non-college units within Academic Affairs; manage fiscal aspects of enrollment planning and expenditures in support of the schedule of classes; and coordinate requests from divisional units for IRA, Lottery, and SSF funds. In addition, the director also has financial management and oversight responsibilities for Academic Affairs' Trust Funds (i.e. Campus Partners, Faculty Reimbursed Time, Cost Recovery), UAS Contract and Grants and Agency Funds, as applicable. The Director will have an extensive understanding of HR policies and processes, overseeing human resources transactions on behalf of the Provost for Academic Affairs and advising Deans and senior staff on personnel issues and decisions. The incumbent will foster the development of staff across academic affairs to promote career opportunities and development capacity for positions within the university. S/he will assist the Vice Provost in planning and implementing professional development workshops for staff and management. The Director will advise and oversee college and divisional unit resource allocation; serve as fiscal and administrative officer for non-college units in the division to provide budgetary oversight; proactively analyze fiscal issues in colleges and the division; work with resource managers on financial assessments for the colleges and support areas; and provide advice regarding college resource allocations. On behalf of the Provost, the Director monitors the Academic Affairs division budget and the overall solvency of the Academic Affairs fiscal operations and provides feedback to the Provost and Vice Provost on performance assessments and accountability reviews as required in budget model development. The Director will also work collaboratively within Academic Affairs and across the university; provide strategic guidance to the Provost as to college and non-college-unit fiscal operations and college resource managers; support the Provost on the campus Resource Allocation Advisory Committee; and represent Academic Affairs on committees and initiatives related to fiscal resources. The Director will be a strong communicator, team builder, and team player who values and enjoys working in partnership with all members of the university. In addition, the Director serves as the budget and human resources officer for Academic Affairs Units, including the Provost's Office, Office of Planning and Budget, Faculty Affairs, Office of Research, Scholarly, and Creative Activity, Graduate Studies, Undergraduate Studies, Office of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging, and Institutional Effectiveness. The Director acts as an advisor and facilitator for budget and fiscal planning for special programs and initiatives, including foundation funds and state/federal grants. This involves strategic allocation of budget items in line with the terms and timelines of these external funding sources, and in compliance with CSU and campus policies.
Required Qualifications & Experience: Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university. Five years of experience with budget development, financial management, and accounting oversight; Experience in budgeting in a higher education or nonprofit setting. Experience with implementing and advising on HR policies and practices, staff management, and evaluation. Incumbent must demonstrate an interest or ability in working in a multicultural/multiethnic environment. A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with the CSU. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who may apply for the position.
California State University, Los Angeles, as part of the CSU system, is a State of California Employer. As such, the University requires all employees upon date of hire to reside in the State of California. As of January 1, 2022 the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.
Desired Qualifications: Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills. Strong analytical skills and the proven ability to develop and execute complex financial planning and forecasting Excellent writing, quantitative reasoning, and math skills. Strong organizational and management abilities. Exceptional attention to detail.
Compensation: Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications. Salary range is $6,891- $22,119/monthly. (Budgeted Hiring Salary Range is $12,083 - $14,167/monthly) A comprehensive benefits package is provided.
Appointment: The Administrator III appointment will be made under the guidelines for management and supervisory employees of the California State University. All rights and benefits associated with this appointment are governed by the Management Personnel Plan.
This position is a "designated position" in the California State University's Conflict of Interest Code. The successful candidate accepting this position is required to file Conflict of Interest forms subject to the regulations of the Fair Political Practices Commission.
Closing Date: Review of applications will begin on March 20, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled; however, the position may close when an adequate number of qualified applications are received. A completed online Cal State LA employment application is required. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Candidates will be required to provide a brief presentation as part of the interview process.
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 revised July 21, 2017, as a condition of employment.
In addition to meeting fully its obligations under federal and state law, California State University, Los Angeles is committed to creating a community in which a diverse population can live and work in an atmosphere of tolerance, civility and respect for the rights and sensibilities of each individual. To that end, all qualified individuals will receive equal consideration without regard to economic status, race, ethnicity, color, religion, disability, national origin or cultural background, political views, sex or sexual orientation, gender, or other personal characteristics or beliefs.
Candidates must demonstrate ability and/or interest in working in a multicultural/multiethnic environment. Certain positions require fingerprinting. The University actively encourages qualified minorities, women and persons with a disability to apply. Upon request, reasonable accommodation will be provided to individuals with protected disabilities to (a) complete the employment process and (b) perform essential job functions when this does not cause an undue hardship. We are an Equal Opportunity/Title IX Employer.
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Advertised: Feb 13 2026 Pacific Standard Time
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