Systemwide Budget Leader (Hybrid)

University of California Office of the President; Oakland (CA); Hybrid; USD 166,000 - 188,000; Full time

Job summary

University of California Office of the President is seeking a Systemwide Budget Manager 2 to lead a team of analysts focused on tuition, fees, financial aid, and enrollment policy. You will set objectives, direct complex analyses, and drive systemwide budget planning with senior UC leadership.

The role requires strategic thinking, advanced data analysis, and exceptional communication to influence budget decisions across campuses and external partners. Hybrid work arrangement in Oakland.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• 10+ years of relevant work experience or equivalent combination.
• Strong ability to communicate complex information clearly.

Responsibilities

• Manages a diverse team of analysts responsible for policy and quantitative analysis affecting the systemwide budget.
• Oversees preparation of responses to inquiries from Board of Regents, the President, and senior UC managers.
• Collaborates with decision-makers across UC to align budget priorities and address complex issues.

Skills

Communication skills

Supervisory skills

Project management

Written communication

Strategic thinking

Data analysis

Team collaboration

Leadership

Political acumen

Discretion with sensitive information

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Statistics software

Job description

University of California Office of the President is seeking a Systemwide Budget Manager 2 to lead a team of analysts focused on tuition, fees, financial aid, and enrollment policy. You will set objectives, direct complex analyses, and drive systemwide budget planning with senior UC leadership.

The role requires strategic thinking, advanced data analysis, and exceptional communication to influence budget decisions across campuses and external partners. Hybrid work arrangement in Oakland.