Campus Budget & Operations Analyst

California State University, Chico; California; On-site; USD 69,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

San José State University seeks an Administrative Analyst/Specialist – Exempt I to manage budgets, support personnel activities, and oversee operational improvements across programs in San José.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree or equivalent training and 2 years of administrative experience. Proficiency with PeopleSoft and CSU policy knowledge is preferred. A strong emphasis on communication and collaboration is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent training.
• Two years of administrative work experience involving study, analysis, and/or evaluation leading to policy or program improvement.
• Experience with CSU financial, budget, accounting, and purchasing policies is a plus.
• Experience with CSU accounting and financial reporting systems (CFS, PeopleSoft, Data Warehouse).
• Ability to learn and apply PeopleSoft HR & Financial management systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop, administer, and monitor School budgets across programs including salary, operating expenditures, grants, and auxiliary accounts.
• Prepare financial reports, forecasts, business plans, audits, transfers, requisitions, reimbursements, payroll vouchers, and other fiscal transactions.
• Provide administrative support for personnel activities, faculty searches, staff recruitment, and annual reporting requirements.
• Coordinate purchasing, vendor relations, technology support, equipment inventory, and event-related needs.
• Oversee facilities projects, space planning, and operational improvements.

Skills

Professional communication

AI awareness

Budget procedures

PeopleSoft

Teamwork

Analytical skills

Vendor relations

Data interpretation

Confidentiality

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

PeopleSoft HR

FTS

CFS

Data Warehouse

Job description

San José State University seeks an Administrative Analyst/Specialist – Exempt I to manage budgets, support personnel activities, and oversee operational improvements across programs in San José.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree or equivalent training and 2 years of administrative experience. Proficiency with PeopleSoft and CSU policy knowledge is preferred. A strong emphasis on communication and collaboration is essential.