Strategic Resources & Operations Director

San José State University; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 117,000 - 126,000; Full time

Job summary

San José State University’s Charles W. Davidson College of Engineering seeks a Director for Resources and Operations to oversee budgets, personnel, and facilities within the college.

The role requires strategic planning, financial stewardship, and policy guidance to support the Dean and college units. The DRO partners with FD&O and campus offices, leads capital and space planning, and directs staff development, performance evaluation, and process improvement to enhance operations and service

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 3 years’ experience managing staff of 5 or more.
• 2 years’ experience managing multi-funded budgets.
• Experience with risk management planning.
• Experience with Google Suite and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Advises the Dean on budget and personnel actions.
• Manages annual salary and operating expenditures.
• Oversees development and administration of the College budget.
• Coordinates with FD&O for space and facilities projects.
• Leads personnel actions including hires and evaluations.
• Prepares reports and analyses to support decisions.

Skills

Staff management

Budget management

Strategic planning

Policy interpretation

Communication

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Post-Baccalaureate

Tools

Google Suite

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

San José State University’s Charles W. Davidson College of Engineering seeks a Director for Resources and Operations to oversee budgets, personnel, and facilities within the college.

The role requires strategic planning, financial stewardship, and policy guidance to support the Dean and college units. The DRO partners with FD&O and campus offices, leads capital and space planning, and directs staff development, performance evaluation, and process improvement to enhance operations and service