Budget Coordinator (Administrative Support Coordinator I)
About the position
The Budget Coordinator plays a key role in supporting the financial and
administrative operations of a complex academic program. Working under the
direction of the Program Director, this position coordinates a wide range of
budgetary and operational activities that support faculty, staff, and students.
From managing purchasing and tracking expenditures to coordinating travel,
events, and multi-funding sources, the role ensures that resources are
effectively managed and aligned with program goals. This is an excellent
opportunity for a highly organized professional who enjoys balancing financial
coordination with hands-on administrative support in a dynamic academic
environment.
Responsibilities
β’ Support and monitor the schoolβs operational budget, tracking expenditures
across multiple funding sources.
β’ Coordinate purchasing and requisitioning of supplies, services, equipment,
travel, and service-learning agreements in compliance with university
policies.
β’ Assist with administrative and operational needs including facilities
requests, telecom coordination, room scheduling, and event logistics.
β’ Provide support for faculty recruitment efforts, student assistants, and
related administrative processes.
β’ Maintain accurate financial and administrative records, reports, and
communications to ensure transparency and efficiency.
Requirements
β’ Entry to this classification requires a fully functional knowledge of and skill
in standard office procedures and practices, as well as an ability to understand
and operate in a variety of organizational structures. Additionally, incumbents
are expected to have a thorough knowledge of English grammar, spelling, and
punctuation and be able to clearly communicate orally and in writing. Some
positions may require a knowledge of business mathematics beyond basic
arithmetic. The ability to use and quickly learn new office support technology
systems and software packages is also a prerequisite.
β’ These qualifications would normally be obtained through a high school program,
technical/vocational program, or their equivalents combined with several years
of related office work experience.
β’ Experience in requisitioning and purchasing supplies, services and equipment.
β’ Experience with standard purchasing policy and procedures and/or accounts
payable.
β’ Demonstrated experience tracking complex expenditure budgets.
β’ Ability to work effectively with a diverse group of faculty, staff, students
and external community partners.
Nice-to-haves
β’ Experience at CSU or other academic environments is preferred.
β’ Minimum of two years of experience with purchasing and budget tracking is
preferred.
β’ Experience in travel coordination and execution is preferred.
Benefits
β’ Generous Time Off: 15 paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
β’ Retirement: CalPERS pension plan with retiree healthcare, and reciprocal
agreements with other California public retirement systems, including the UC.
β’ Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision options at low or no cost.
β’ Education Support: CSU tuition fee waiver for employees and eligible
dependents.
β’ Optional Offerings: FlexCash, life and disability insurance, legal and pet
plans.
β’ Campus & Community: Access to the library, campus events, employee groups,
and volunteer and social activities.
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The Budget Coordinator plays a key role in supporting the financial and
administrative operations of a complex academic program. Working under the
direction of the Program Director, this position coordinates a wide range of
budgetary and operational activities that support faculty, staff, and students.
From managing purchasing and tracking expenditures to coordinating travel,
events, and multi-funding sources, the role ensures that resources are
effectively managed and aligned with program goals. This is an excellent
opportunity for a highly organized professional who enjoys balancing financial
coordination with hands-on administrative support in a dynamic academic
environment.
Responsibilities
β’ Support and monitor the schoolβs operational budget, tracking expenditures
across multiple funding sources.
β’ Coordinate purchasing and requisitioning of supplies, services, equipment,
travel, and service-learning agreements in compliance with university
policies.
β’ Assist with administrative and operational needs including facilities
requests, telecom coordination, room scheduling, and event logistics.
β’ Provide support for faculty recruitment efforts, student assistants, and
related administrative processes.
β’ Maintain accurate financial and administrative records, reports, and
communications to ensure transparency and efficiency.
Requirements
β’ Entry to this classification requires a fully functional knowledge of and skill
in standard office procedures and practices, as well as an ability to understand
and operate in a variety of organizational structures. Additionally, incumbents
are expected to have a thorough knowledge of English grammar, spelling, and
punctuation and be able to clearly communicate orally and in writing. Some
positions may require a knowledge of business mathematics beyond basic
arithmetic. The ability to use and quickly learn new office support technology
systems and software packages is also a prerequisite.
β’ These qualifications would normally be obtained through a high school program,
technical/vocational program, or their equivalents combined with several years
of related office work experience.
β’ Experience in requisitioning and purchasing supplies, services and equipment.
β’ Experience with standard purchasing policy and procedures and/or accounts
payable.
β’ Demonstrated experience tracking complex expenditure budgets.
β’ Ability to work effectively with a diverse group of faculty, staff, students
and external community partners.
Nice-to-haves
β’ Experience at CSU or other academic environments is preferred.
β’ Minimum of two years of experience with purchasing and budget tracking is
preferred.
β’ Experience in travel coordination and execution is preferred.
Benefits
β’ Generous Time Off: 15 paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
β’ Retirement: CalPERS pension plan with retiree healthcare, and reciprocal
agreements with other California public retirement systems, including the UC.
β’ Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision options at low or no cost.
β’ Education Support: CSU tuition fee waiver for employees and eligible
dependents.
β’ Optional Offerings: FlexCash, life and disability insurance, legal and pet
plans.
β’ Campus & Community: Access to the library, campus events, employee groups,
and volunteer and social activities.
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