Another Source’s client,CalStateLA, is recruiting anExecutive Director of the University Auxiliary Services (UAS)to join theirteam.This is a rare and impactful leadership opportunity to shape and oversee a wide range of entrepreneurial and mission-critical operations that directly support the university’s academic and community goals. As the Executive Director,you'lldrive strategic initiatives, foster organizational excellence, and serve as a key partner in advancing student success at one of California’s most diverse and vibrant public universities.This position is on-site at the Cal State LA campus and requires full-time, in-person presence.
Here’sa little about the California State University,Los Angelesand the position they are recruiting for:
California State University, Los Angeles (Cal State LA) is a vibrant urban campus serving over23,000 students. As part of the 23-campus California State University (CSU) system, Cal State LA is committed to academic excellence, community engagement, and fostering a diverse and inclusive environment.
University Auxiliary Services (UAS) is a self-supporting, non-profit organization aligned with the university’s mission. UAS supports the campus by managing grants and contracts, overseeing commercial operations, and administering externally funded projects such as research, workshops, and conferences. Through this work, UAS enhances the student, faculty, and staff experience at Cal State LA.
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About the role:
As theExecutive Director of UAS, you will provide strategic and operational leadership across a wide range of services. Reporting to the UAS Board of Directors, with a dotted-line relationship to the University’s Vice President for Administration and CFO, this role oversees:
- Financial services and budget administration
- Human resources for approximately 600 UAS employees
- Contracts and grants (pre- and post-award)
- Bookstore operations (managed by Barnes & Noble)
- Campus food services, catering, and conference center operations
- Childcare services
Key facilities under this role’s purview include the Rong Xong Xu BioSpace Incubator, TVFM Building, the 103,000 sq. ft. Golden Eagle Building (including a 600-seat conference center and University Club), and the Pat Brown Institute.You’llmanage an $8M operating budget and oversee externally sponsored programs generating $25M+ in annual revenue.
What You Bring to the Team:
- A bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university
- 5years of leadership/management experience within a large, multi-purpose organization
- Strong organizational skills, including the ability to plan strategically
- Experience with budget planning, fiscal oversight, and resource allocation
- Excellent written,oraland interpersonal communication skills
- Experience in personnel management including supervision of staff and employee development
- Acommitment to diversity and social justice with the ability to create a department which is inclusive and accessible
- The ability to write proposals, reports, and make presentations
- Demonstrated ability and/or interest in working in a multicultural multiethnic environment
What’sin it for you:
Theanticipatedyearly salary range for this position is $185,000 - $210,000 based on experience.
Benefits Overview
University Auxiliary Services (UAS) at Cal State LA offers a competitive benefits package that supports employee well-being, financial security, and professional growth. Regular benefited employees receive:
- Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision plans with generous employer contributions; vision is fully covered.
- Supplemental Benefits: Employer-paid life and AD&D insurance, optional AFLAC coverage, FSA/DCA accounts, and access to a free Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Retirement: 403(b) with up to 6% employer match, plus a 6% employer-funded Money Purchase Plan with vesting after two years.
- Education Support: Tuition reimbursement through the Higher Education Assistance Program (HEAP).
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Equal Employment Opportunity and Non-Discrimination:
The person holding this position is considered a "mandated reporter" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and isrequiredtocomply withthe requirementsset forth inCSU Executive Order 1083 revised July 21, 2017, as a condition of employment.
In addition to meeting fully its obligations under federal and state law, California State University, Los Angeles is committed to creating a community in which a diverse population can live and work in an atmosphere of tolerance, civility and respect for the rights and sensibilities ofeach individual. To that end, all qualified individuals will receive equal consideration without regard to economic status, race, ethnicity, color, religion, disability, national origin or cultural background, political views, sex or sexual orientation, gender, or other personal characteristics or beliefs.
Candidates mustdemonstrateability and/or interest in working in a multicultural/multiethnic environment. Certain positions require fingerprinting. The University actively encourages qualified minorities,womenand persons with a disability to apply. Upon request, reasonable accommodation will be providedtoindividuals with protected disabilities to (a) complete the employment process and (b) perform essential job functions when this does not causean unduehardship. We are an Equal Opportunity/Title IX Employer.
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