Strategic Resource Planning Executive Director

University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources; Oakland (CA); Hybrid; USD 156,000 - 233,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources in Oakland seeks an Executive Director of Resource Planning and Management to lead integrated strategic resource management, budgeting, capital planning, and policy development in service of UCANR's mission.

This senior role directs budget analysis, long-range planning, reporting, and cross-campus collaboration with stakeholders across four campuses and system-wide partners, offering a hybrid work arrangement in California.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required with experience in financial policies and systems.
• Expert knowledge of budgeting, reporting, and capital planning.
• Ability to communicate complex fiscal matters clearly to internal and external stakeholders.
• Experience navigating politically sensitive budget and policy environments.
• Proven leadership and cross-unit collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Planning and Advising: guide financial strategy and policy with senior leadership.
• Budget and Resource Management Oversight: manage organization-wide budget processes and resources.
• Financial Planning, Analysis and Reporting: maintain forecasting models and monitor adherence to budgets.
• Long-Range Capital Planning and Financing: supervise capital planning and funding strategies.
• Office Management and Supervision: oversee designated managers and staff.

Skills

Financial management

Strategic planning

Budgeting

Negotiation

Leadership

Policy development

Forecasting

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

MBA or CPA preferred

Job description

The University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources in Oakland seeks an Executive Director of Resource Planning and Management to lead integrated strategic resource management, budgeting, capital planning, and policy development in service of UCANR's mission.

This senior role directs budget analysis, long-range planning, reporting, and cross-campus collaboration with stakeholders across four campuses and system-wide partners, offering a hybrid work arrangement in California.