Director of Finance and Resource Operations
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Work @type: Management (MPP)
Location: San José
Categories: MPP, Administrative, At-Will, Full Time
Job Summary
The Student Wellness Center (SWC) at San José State University is seeking an accomplished and strategic leader to serve as the Director of Finance and Resource Operations. As a pivotal member of the SWC's executive leadership team, the Director will be responsible for the financial and operational integrity of a nationally accredited healthcare, counseling, and wellness organization that supports over 120 employees and manages more than $18 million in capitated revenue. Reporting directly to the Associate Vice President for Health, Wellness, and Student Services, the Director will lead and oversee all aspects of fiscal planning, business operations, and people management. The successful candidate will bring deep expertise in financial strategy, regulatory compliance, operational efficiency, and human resource management within a complex, service-oriented organization.
Key Responsibilities
Serve as a strategic advisor and partner on the Student Wellness Center leadership team
Develop, analyze, and manage multi-fund budgets including operating, capital, and grant funds
Oversee fiscal standards, resource sustainability, regulatory compliance, and reporting
Lead revenue cycle management including billing, insurance, and cost recovery agreements
Oversee procurement and purchasing activities to ensure efficiency and value-based care
Direct people operations: staffing, onboarding, performance management, and professional development planning
Represent the Student Wellness Center on university committees and initiatives
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Thorough knowledge of the principles of financial management sufficient to direct professional staff and coordinate all aspects involved with fiscal requirements
Thorough knowledge of financial and budgetary practices to develop annual budget, analyze financial data and patterns, and prepare financial statements
Working knowledge of the health and behavioral health care marketplace and integrated healthcare delivery networks
Ability to learn and apply a variety of state, federal, California State University (CSU), and San José State University (SJSU) policies and procedures, including governmental and health care fiscal regulations and reporting requirements
Skill in exercising a high degree of initiative, judgment, discretion, and decision-making to achieve objectives
Skill in evaluating operations as they relate to policies, goals and objectives, costs, and rate levels
Effective communication across a variety of venues, including small groups, patient/students, and campus leadership
Ability to effectively establish and maintain cooperative working relationships in a diverse multicultural environment
Skill in identifying, analyzing and resolving accounting and financial problems
Balance analytical skills with high emotional intelligence
Ability to translate complex financial data into clear, actionable insights
Ability to analyze financial results from operations; complete financial and cash flow forecasts
Ability to negotiate managed care contracts
Strong skill in spreadsheet and reporting software for the purposes of developing and reviewing budgetary information
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in business administration, accounting, or finance, or equivalent experience
At least three (3) years of progressive leadership experience in budget forecasting, development, reporting and analysis, and management
At least three (3) years of position/people management experience
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree in business administration, accounting, or finance
At least three (3) years of progressive leadership experience budget forecasting, development, reporting and analysis, and management in a healthcare setting
Demonstrated experience with SJSU financial systems or similar (PeopleSoft, Data Warehouse, CHRS, etc.)
Demonstrated position/people management within a unionized environment
Compensation
Classification: Administrator II
Anticipated Hiring Range: $10,000/month - $10,500/month
CSU Salary Range: $5,053/month - $16,221/month
The final hiring salary will be commensurate with experience.
San José State University offers employees a comprehensive benefits package typically worth 30-35% of your base salary. For more information on programs available, please see the Employee Benefits Summary (https://www.calstate.edu/csu-system/careers/benefits/Documents/employee-benefits-summary.pdf) .
Application Procedure
Click Apply Now to complete the SJSU Online Employment Application and attach the following documents:
Resume
Letter of Interest
All applicants must apply within the specified application period: June 16, 2025 through June 30, 2025. This position is open until filled; however, applications received after screening has begun will be considered at the discretion of the university.
Contact Information
University Personnel
jobs@sjsu.edu
408-924-2252
CSU Vaccination Policy
The CSU strongly recommends that all individuals who access any in-person program or activity (on- or off-campus) operated or controlled by the University follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications and comply with other safety measures established by each campus. The system wide policy can be found at https://calstate.policystat.com/policy/9779821/latest/ and questions may be sent to jobs@sjsu.edu.
Additional Information
Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check) is required for employment. SJSU will issue a contingent offer of employment to the selected candidate, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was offered the position on a contingent basis.
The standard background check includes: criminal check, employment, and education verification. Depending on the position, a motor vehicle and/or credit check may be required. All background checks are conducted through the university's third-party vendor, Accurate Background. Some positions may also require fingerprinting. SJSU will pay all costs associated with this procedure. Evidence of required degree(s) or certification(s) will be required at time of hire.
SJSU IS NOT A SPONSORING AGENCY FOR STAFF OR MANAGEMENT POSITIONS. (e.g. H1-B VISAS)
All San José State University employees are considered mandated reporters under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and are required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. Incumbent is also required to promptly report any knowledge of a possible Title IX related incident to the Title IX Office or report any discrimination, harassment, and/or retaliation to the Office of Equal Opportunity.
Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act and Campus Housing Fire Safety Notification:
Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, the Annual Security Report (ASR) is also now available for viewing at https://www.sjsu.edu/clery/docs/SJSU-Annual-Security-Report.pdf. The ASR contains the current security and safety-related policy statements, emergency preparedness and evacuation information, crime prevention and Sexual Assault prevention information, and information about drug and alcohol prevention programming. The ASR also contains statistics of Clery crimes for San José State University locations for the three most recent calendar years. A paper copy of the ASR is available upon request by contacting the Office of the Clery Director by phone at 408-924-1501 or by email at clerycompliance@sjsu.edu.
Pursuant to the Higher Education Opportunity Act, the Annual Fire Safety Report (AFSR) is also available for viewing at https://www.sjsu.edu/clery/docs/SJSU-Annual-Fire-Safety-Report.pdf. The purpose of this report is to disclose statistics for fires that occurred within SJSU on-campus housing facilities for the three most recent calendar years, and to distribute fire safety policies and procedures intended to promote safety on Campus. A paper copy of the AFSR is available upon request by contacting the Housing Office by phone at 408-795-5600 or by email at uhs-frontdesk@sjsu.edu.
Campus Security Authority - In accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act) and CSU systemwide policy, this position is subject to ongoing review for designation as a Campus Security Authority. Individuals that are designated as Campus Security Authorities are required to immediately report Clery incidents to the institution and complete Clery Act training as determined by the university Clery Director.
Equal Employment Statement
San José State University is an equal opportunity employer. The university prohibits discrimination based on age, ancestry, caste, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military status, nationality, race, religion, religious creed, sex, sexual orientation, sex stereo@type, and veteran status. This policy applies to all San José State University students, faculty, and staff, as well as university programs and activities. Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, and certain other federal and state laws, prohibit discrimination on the basis of sex in all education programs and activities operated by the university (both on and off campus). Reasonable accommodation is made for applicants with disabilities who self-disclose. San José State University employees are considered mandated reporters under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and are required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.
Advertised: June 16, 2025 (9:00 AM) Pacific Daylight Time
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