Director of Operations & Innovation

Working Title: Director of Operations & Innovation

Classification Title: Administrator I

Posting Details


Priority Application Date (Posting will remain open until filled): Sunday, November 3, 2024 @ 11:55pm PT

Position Summary

Under the general direction of the Vice President for Student Affairs (VPSA), the Director of Operations & Innovation (Director) is highly engaged with division efforts to promote student success. In this capacity, the Director is the division resource focused on understanding student perspectives and needs in order to provide oversight, guidance, and/or support on efforts related to strategic priorities and goals. The Director also collaborates with other divisional leaders to facilitate the development, execution and implementation of associated programmatic operations. In addition, the Director coordinates and tracks the division’s initiatives, goals, and activities, acting as a liaison to the VPSA. As a member of the Division’s Leadership Team, the Director participates in the planning, development, and implementation of new and/or reimagined Student Affairs programs and departments and works with student-facing programs to facilitate assessment and recommend improvements.

The Director serves as chief communications officer on behalf of the division, working with the SA Communications team to provide direction and coordination of VPSA marketing and communication content and managing all aspects of the VPSA’s internal and external communications. In collaboration with the division’s Development Director, the Director works to advance fundraising, grant opportunities, and/or sponsorship initiatives involving the VPSA.

FLSA: Exempt (not eligible for overtime)

Anticipated Hiring Range: $ 5,000 per month - $ 7,083 per month

CSU Classification Salary Range: $ 3,938 per month - $ 11,703 per month

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Salary Grade/Range: 1

Recruitment Type: Regular/At-Will

Time Base: Full-Time

Work Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.; evening and weekend hours dependent on department's needs

Department Information

With more than 50 departments and programs, the Division of Student Affairs strives to provide comprehensive administrative services, academic support and a vibrant campus life experience for our students.

For more information, please visit: https://www.csus.edu/student-affairs/

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in a related field from an accredited university or equivalent work experience. Directly relevant experience at a college or university in relevant student support and/or service areas. Demonstrated experience with project management and assessment. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with appropriate stakeholders to provide strategic direction, leadership, and management of fundraising initiatives. Experience implementing new initiatives with innovation and strategic thinking. Experience making effective decisions with sound analytical ability, good judgment, and strong operational focus. Demonstrated experience creating marketing and communication strategies and structures to effectively reach college/university students. Demonstrated ability to compile, write, review, and present reports and presentations to senior and executive level administrators, as well as the capacity to analyze, comprehend, and provide appropriate solutions to problems and courses of action. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Ability to establish, collaborate, and maintain effective working relationship with internal and external stakeholders (e.g., students, staff, faculty, university administrators, and the community). Comprehensive understanding of the Sacramento State Division of Student Affairs programs, goals, and priorities. Ability to work a non-traditional schedule including evenings and weekends to attend on-campus activities Commitment to maintaining a welcoming and inclusive work environment with diverse colleagues and constituents including faculty, students, staff, and members of the community.
Conditions of Employment

• Ability to pass background check

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s Degree in related field from an accredited university. Demonstrated experience with donor development and engagement. Five or more years’ progressively responsible experience in student affairs or other related fields with a special emphasis on innovation. Experience providing supervision or lead work direction in an institution of higher education. Working knowledge of California State University policies and procedures, as well as general understanding of Sacramento State’s services, processes and procedures, and those within Student Affairs


Documents Needed to Apply

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• In-Application Questionnaire

Failure to upload required documentation, may result in disqualification.

About Sacramento State

Sacramento State is located in the heart of California’s capital city, five miles from State Capitol. The lush, 300-acre campus is situated along the American River, close to numerous bike trails and other recreational areas. Sacramento, also known as the “Farm-to-Fork Capital,” is one of the most ethnically diverse and livable cities in the country, with a population of half of a million. Sacramento State is a Hispanic and AANAPISI serving institution with about 31,000 students coming not only from the Greater Sacramento Region, but also from across the state, country, and world. Our 1,800 faculty and 1,500 staff are committed to meeting our mission:

“As California’s capital university, we transform lives by preparing students to lead, serve, and succeed. Sacramento State will be a welcoming, caring, and inclusive leader in education, innovation, and engagement.” As the regional hub of higher education, Sacramento State is dedicated to learning and student success ; teaching, research, scholarship and creative activity ; justice, diversity, equity and inclusion ; resource development and sustainability ; dedicated community engagement , and wellness and safety .

As evidenced by the values embedded in our Hornet Honor Code , Sacramento State is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all faculty, staff, students, and guests are welcome and valued. Our commitment is more than simply ensuring that our campus is free from bias and discrimination, but is one devoted to celebrating many diverse identities, life experiences, and perspectives that enrich our community, teaching and learning.

To learn more about why you should join the Hornet Family, please visit the Why Sac State? page.

Equal Employment Opportunity

California State University, Sacramento is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity in all areas. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or disability. Sacramento State hires only those individuals who are lawfully authorized to accept employment in the United States.

It is the policy of California State University, Sacramento to provide reasonable accommodations for qualified persons with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. If you need a disability related reasonable accommodation as part of the application and/or interviewing process, visit https://www.csus.edu/administration-business-affairs/human-resources/benefits/reasonable-accomodation.html .

The University is committed to creating an education and working environment free from discrimination, sexual harassment, sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking. For more information on mandatory training for new employees, visit https://www.csus.edu/administration-business-affairs/human-resources/learning-development/csu-learn.html .

Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act and Campus Fire Safety Right-To-know Act Notification:

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act), the current Annual Security Report (ASR) is available for viewing at https://www.csus.edu/clery . The ASR contains the current security and safety-related policy statements, emergency preparedness and evacuation information, crime prevention and sexual assault prevention information, and drug and alcohol prevention programming. The ASR also contains statistics of Clery Act crimes for Sacramento State for the last three (3) calendar years. Paper copies are available upon request from the Office of Clery Compliance & Training by emailing clery@csus.edu .

Under the Clery Act, this position may be designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) depending upon the role on campus and/or job duties. If this position is identified by the Director of Clery Compliance & Training as a CSA position, you will be notified via email and will be assigned the appropriate training in CSU Learn.

Background Check Disclaimer

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with California State University, Sacramento. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current California State University, Sacramento employees who apply for the position.

COVID19 Vaccination Policy

Effective May 2023, per the CSU COVID-19 Vaccination Policy , it is strongly recommended that all California State University, Sacramento employees who are accessing office and campus facilities 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.

Out of State Employment

Sacramento State University, as part of the CSU system, is a State of California Employer. As such, the University requires all employees (up)on date of hire to reside in the State of California.

As of January 1, 2022 the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.

Eligibility Verification

Candidate must furnish proof of eligibility to work in the U.S. California State University, Sacramento is not a sponsoring agency for staff and management positions (ie. H-1-B Visa).

Note to Applicants:

Possession of the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview unless required by collective bargaining agreement.

Advertised: Oct 18 2024 Pacific Daylight Time
Applications close:

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