Director, Budget & Fiscal Operations

California State University - Long Beach; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

California State University, Long Beach is seeking a Director of URD Budget and Fiscal Operations to provide strategic leadership for budgets, forecasting, resource allocation, salary budgeting, analysis, and fiscal accountability.

The role partners with the AVP and senior leadership, overseeing reporting, transactions, compliance, internal controls, and process improvement, with staff oversight and cross-functional collaboration.

Job description

Director, Budget & Fiscal Operations

Job no: 563592
Work type: Management (MPP)
Location: Long Beach
Categories: MPP, Administrative, At-Will, Full Time

Join the vibrant community at California State University, Long Beach (CSULB)!

Located just three miles from the Pacific Ocean, CSULB offers an inspiring workplace and an exceptional Southern California lifestyle. Our 322-acre campus—one of the largest in the CSU system—serves more than 42,000 students and is known for its commitment to student success, innovation, and impactful academic and research initiatives.

As a member of the CSULB community, you’ll experience a dynamic environment filled with cultural landmarks, collaborative energy, and opportunities to make a meaningful difference.

Work-life balance thrives here. Long Beach blends coastal relaxation with urban vibrancy, offering miles of beaches, year-round sunshine, a thriving arts and food scene, and convenient access to both Los Angeles and Orange County. It’s an ideal place to grow your career while enjoying everything Southern California has to offer.

Join the California State University (CSU) and explore career opportunities that advance student success and strengthen California’s future—offering competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and professional growth.

Job Summary

The Director of URD Budget and Fiscal Operations provides strategic leadership for the URD and Long Beach State Foundation budgets, including financial planning, forecasting, resource allocation, salary budgeting, analysis, and fiscal accountability. The Director serves as a key fiscal partner to the AVP and senior leadership, providing data-informed recommendations and overseeing financial reporting, transactions, compliance, internal controls, and process improvement. The position provides management oversight of fiscal operations staff and leads cross-functional collaboration with department leaders, campus procurement, central budget and finance offices, and other stakeholders. The incumbent also supports complex financial modeling, long‑range planning, workforce funding strategies, and division‑wide strategic initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee division‑wide fiscal operations, including budgeting, reporting, compliance, internal controls, and financial performance. Ensure accurate and timely financial information to support executive decision‑making and long‑term fiscal sustainability. Provide supervision and strategic leadership for the URD Fiscal Team.
• Direct the planning, development, implementation, and monitoring of the URD and Long Beach State Foundation budgets. Lead resource allocation, financial forecasting, scenario modeling, and long‑range fiscal planning. Advise senior leadership on financial priorities, risks, and long‑term sustainability.
• Partner with Division HR Services Manager on salary forecasting, staffing budget development, and personnel resource planning. Align hiring strategies, position funding, compensation decisions, and organizational needs with available resources.
• Oversee administrative operations including hoteling and space coordination, office resource needs, and student assistant coverage.

Department

University Relations and Development

Duration of Appointment

This is a regular, at‑will position.

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