Job Summary

The Director of Resources and Operations provides strategic leadership and administrative oversight for college-wide budget, personnel, and operational functions. Reporting to the Dean, this role operates with a high level of autonomy to manage financial planning, facilities, and human resources while ensuring alignment with university policies and goals. The position collaborates with academic and administrative leaders to optimize resource utilization and drive operational effectiveness. This role has significant impact on advancing the college’s strategic priorities and overall organizational performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage college-wide budget planning, fiscal analysis, and financial compliance
• Oversee personnel administration, including recruitment, performance management, and employee relations
• Direct day-to-day operational functions, including facilities, space planning, and capital projects
• Advise leadership on resource allocation, policy implementation, and operational efficiency
• Develop and implement financial and administrative policies aligned with strategic goals
• Supervise and develop administrative staff and promote a culture of collaboration and accountability
• Monitor and approve financial transactions, forecasts, and reporting activities
• Coordinate with campus partners on facilities management, safety, and infrastructure projects
• Lead process improvement initiatives to enhance service delivery and operational effectiveness
• Represent the college in campus-wide committees and administrative initiatives

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Advanced knowledge of budget management, fiscal analysis, and resource planning
• Ability to interpret and apply policies, regulations, and collective bargaining agreements
• Strategic thinking and ability to support executive-level decision-making
• Experience in personnel management, employee relations, and staff development
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Ability to manage complex operations and multiple priorities effectively
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders across an organization
• Proficiency in data analysis, reporting, and administrative systems
• Ability to drive process improvement and operational efficiency initiatives

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, public administration, higher education administration, finance, or a related field
• Five (5) or more years of progressively responsible experience in administrative, financial, or operational management
• Demonstrated experience managing budgets, including fiscal analysis, forecasting, and fund management
• Experience in personnel administration, including recruitment, performance management, and employee relations
• Supervisory experience overseeing professional staff and administrative operations

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in business administration (MBA), public administration (MPA), higher education, or a related field
• Five (5) or more years of senior leadership experience (director level or above) within a higher education institution
• Five (5) or more years of experience managing a complex, high-revenue organization with an annual operating budget exceeding $20M
• Experience overseeing facilities operations, space planning and capital projectsInput preferred qualifications

Compensation

Classification: Administrator II
Anticipated Hiring Range: $10,000/month - $12,800/month
CSU Salary Range: $5,053/month - $16,221/month

The final hiring salary will be commensurate with experience.

San José State University offers employees a comprehensive benefits package typically worth 30-35% of your base salary. For more information on programs available, please see the Employee Benefits Summary.

Application Procedure

Click Apply Now to complete the SJSU Online Employment Application and attach the following documents:

• Resume
• Letter of Interest

All applicants must apply within the specified application period: May 5, 2026, through May 20, 2026 This position is open until filled; however, applications received after screening has begun will be considered at the discretion of the university.

Contact Information

University Personnel
jobs@sjsu.edu
408-924-2252

CSU Vaccination Policy

The CSU strongly recommends that all individuals who access any in-person program or activity (on- or off-campus) operated or controlled by the University 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 and comply with other safety measures established by each campus. The system wide policy can be found at https://calstate.policystat.com/policy/9779821/latest/ and questions may be sent to jobs@sjsu.edu.

Additional Information

Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check) is required for employment. SJSU will issue a contingent offer of employment to the selected candidate, 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 CSU employee who was offered the position on a contingent basis.

The standard background check includes: criminal check, employment, and education verification. Depending on the position, a motor vehicle and/or credit check may be required. All background checks are conducted through the university's third-party vendor, Accurate Background. Some positions may also require fingerprinting. SJSU will pay all costs associated with this procedure. Evidence of required degree(s) or certification(s) will be required at time of hire.

SJSU IS NOT A SPONSORING AGENCY FOR STAFF OR MANAGEMENT POSITIONS. (e.g. H1-B VISAS)

All San José State University employees are considered mandated reporters under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and are required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. Incumbent is also required to promptly report any knowledge of a possible Title IX related incident to the Title IX Office or report any discrimination, harassment, and/or retaliation to the Office of Equal Opportunity.

Education Code 89521 Requirements: Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant’s current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.

Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act and Campus Housing Fire Safety Notification: 

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, the Annual Security Report (ASR) is also now available for viewing at https://www.sjsu.edu/clery/docs/SJSU-Annual-Security-Report.pdf. The ASR contains the current security and safety-related policy statements, emergency preparedness and evacuation information, crime prevention and Sexual Assault prevention information, and information about drug and alcohol prevention programming. The ASR also contains statistics of Clery crimes for San José State University locations for the three most recent calendar years. A paper copy of the ASR is available upon request by contacting the Office of the Clery Director by phone at 408-924-1501 or by email at clerycompliance@sjsu.edu.

Pursuant to the Higher Education Opportunity Act, the Annual Fire Safety Report (AFSR) is also available for viewing at https://www.sjsu.edu/clery/docs/SJSU-Annual-Fire-Safety-Report.pdf. The purpose of this report is to disclose statistics for fires that occurred within SJSU on-campus housing facilities for the three most recent calendar years, and to distribute fire safety policies and procedures intended to promote safety on Campus. A paper copy of the AFSR is available upon request by contacting the Housing Office by phone at 408-795-5600 or by email at uhs-frontdesk@sjsu.edu.

Campus Security Authority - In accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act) and CSU systemwide policy, this position is subject to ongoing review for designation as a Campus Security Authority. Individuals that are designated as Campus Security Authorities are required to immediately report Clery incidents to the institution and complete Clery Act training as determined by the university Clery Director.

Equal Employment Statement

San José State University is an equal opportunity employer. The university prohibits discrimination based on age, ancestry, caste, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military status, nationality, race, religion, religious creed, sex, sexual orientation, sex stereotype, and veteran status. This policy applies to all San José State University students, faculty, and staff, as well as university programs and activities. Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, and certain other federal and state laws, prohibit discrimination on the basis of sex in all education programs and activities operated by the university (both on and off campus). Reasonable accommodation is made for applicants with disabilities who self-disclose. San José State University employees are considered mandated reporters under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and are required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.