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Executive Assistant to the Vice President of Student Affairs and Enrollment Management
(Executive Assistant III)

Compensation and Benefits

Anticipated Hiring Salary Range: $5,797 - $6,031 per month (Steps 1-3) 

Full CSU Classification Salary Range: $5,797 - $8,445 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

The Executive Assistant to the Vice President for Student Affairs and Enrollment Management (VPSAEM) serves as a strategic partner and senior administrative leader within a large, complex, and highly visible division at California State University, Fresno.

This position provides advanced-level executive, operational, and project management support, ensuring the effective coordination of divisional priorities aligned with institutional goals related to enrollment, student success, retention, and graduation.

Operating with a high degree of autonomy, judgment, and discretion, the incumbent supports the Vice President with administrative and operational details, while simultaneously contributing to strategic planning, policy development, and execution of key initiatives. The role serves as a central liaison between the VPSAEM, campus leadership, CSU Chancellor's Office, external partners, and the community.

In addition, this position plays a critical role in:

• Driving strategic communications and messaging
• Coordinating high-impact projects and initiatives
• Ensuring compliance with CSU policies and executive directives
• Optimizing workflow, decision-making, and executive effectiveness

Key Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to manage high-level executive operations and strategic initiatives
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret data and develop recommendations
• Exceptional organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including executive-level writing and presentations
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, discretion, and confidentiality in handling sensitive matters
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  Ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders and build collaborative relationships

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

Education and Experience

• Equivalent to a bachelor's degree in related field and four years of relevant experience. Additional experience which demonstrates acquired and successfully applied knowledge and abilities shown above may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis. An advanced degree in a related field may be substituted for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.

Deadline & Application Instructions

Applications received by May 19, 2026 will 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 resume/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 23 campuses in the California State University System. The University's 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 25,000, 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 527,000, 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 regulations. Executive Orders 1096 and 1097 prohibit discrimination, harassment, and retaliation on 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 State's 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 the CSU 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 hr@csufresno.edu.

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 University's 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)