Job Overview

Under the general direction of the Vice Provost, the Senior Director, Resources and Operations (SDRO) provides direction and vision in support of the Division of Academic Affairs finances and business operations. This includes oversight and the implementation of budgeting policies, protocols and objectives established by the Provost and Vice Provost. Work includes strategic financial modeling, events and special initiatives, project management, and guiding the work of others in the following four broad areas: Effective and ethical steward of all fiscal resources of the Division including operating funds, self-support funding, student fees, lottery, trust, funds, and donations. Serve as an advisor to the provost and vice provost on administrative and implementation issues. Prepare and/or coordinate the preparation of reports, briefings, presentations, and responses on behalf of the Office of the Provost. The SDRO is responsible for ensuring that the allocations follow current California State University system, University and Division practice and policy. The AA Division is the largest in the University, it has a general operating fund budget exceeding $100M. The division is comprised of eight major subdivisions, including: College of Humanities, Arts, Behavioral & Social Sciences, College of Business Administration, College of Education, Health & Human Services, College of Science & Mathematics, Extended Learning, Library, Instructional & Information Technology Services, and the Academic Affairs Administrative Group, which includes the offices of Academic Programs and Advising, Undergraduate Studies & First Year Programs, Faculty Affairs, Academic Senate, Planning & Academic Resources, Graduate Studies & Research, Faculty Center, and the Provost’s Office. The SDRO’s responsibilities require close interaction with the above unit’s leadership teams and close coordination and guidance for the units budget and personnel staff.

The incumbent in this position has access to confidential information which involves developing, preparing, and implementing resource-related decisions used by the vice provost, provost, and other academic leaders, and consults with them for determining the division position on sensitive organizational development and financial management issues. The incumbent also works broadly with the university’s managers, deans, analysts, and staff throughout the university, including other divisions, to ensure that Academic Affairs budgeting and resource allocation processes are managed successfully to accomplish the university’s goals and strategies.

Position Summary

Senior Director, Resources and Operations (Administrator II)

This is a full-time, exempt position in the Management Personnel Plan (MPP). MPP positions serve at the pleasure of the President. 

For a complete list of responsibilities and required qualifications, please review the position description linked at the top of the page.

Pay, Benefits, and Work Schedule

Anticipated Hiring Salary Range: $11,250 - $12,500 per month

CSU Classification Salary Range: $5,053 - $16,221 per month

Salary is commensurate with the background and experience of the individual selected.

Full benefits: This position is eligible for a broad range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurances, retirement (CalPERS), tuition waiver, vacation and sick leave. In addition, 15 paid holidays are offered each year; 14 scheduled on specific days and a Personal Holiday that may be taken any time during the year.

A comprehensive benefits summary for this position is available online by visiting our Benefits Portal. The CSU Total Compensation Calculator demonstrates the significance of the benefits package.

This position is required to work in person on campus.

California State University San Marcos

A mid-size university located in San Diego's vibrant North County, we are dedicated to service, innovation, leadership and student success. We have an attentive faculty and state-of-the-art facilities which offer our students hundreds of opportunities to learn, lead, play and serve.

California State University San Marcos is a new kind of university, pushing the boundaries of innovation to prepare tomorrow's leaders, build stronger communities and solve pressing issues.

Cutting-edge research meets hands-on application at our campus and in the real world.

Application Process

This position is open until filled. For assurance of full consideration, please submit application, cover letter and resume by 11:59pm on September 12, 2025.

Application requires answers to supplemental questions.

Applicants who require an accommodation during the application or testing process due to a disability recognized under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)/CA Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) should notify the Office of Human Resources at (760) 750-4418 or e-mail: hr@csusm.edu.

Supplemental Information

Following a conditional offer of employment, satisfactory completion of a background check (including criminal records check) is required prior to beginning employment. Any offer of employment 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 CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.

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.

This position is a "designated position" in the California State University's Conflict of Interest Code.  The incumbent in this position is required to file Conflict of Interest forms subject to the regulations of the Fair Political Practices Commission.

California State University San Marcos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to age, physical or mental disability, gender or sex, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion or religious creed, sexual orientation, and veteran or military status.

The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act or Clery Act Notification can be found at https://www.csusm.edu/clery/annualreports.html.

Pursuant to the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy, as of January 1, 2022, the California State University is prohibited from hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.

California State University San Marcos is not a sponsoring agent for staff or management positions (i.e. H1-B visas).