Responsibilities

As a member of the Athletics Department’s senior management team, the Associate Athletics Director for Finance and Business Operations assists the Director of Athletics with the overall development and implementation of Athletics’ central business operations. The incumbent assists with the operating budget, long-range capital and operations strategic planning, and human resources.

• Provides strategic direction, decision-making and formulates policy while maintaining confidentiality on specific department matters.
• Develops and implements sound fiscal control procedures and is responsible for the leadership and oversight of financial units and business service functions.
• Administers all Athletics Department human resources activities within the scope of approved university and unit-specific policies and compliance obligations
• As a leader, demonstrates a commitment to student success that is mission aligned with the university’s vision, values, and priorities. Establishes an ethical and collegial work environment, promoting a collaborative, accountable, and inclusive team. Encourages a courageous and resilient solution-oriented environment by participating in new opportunities to further the mission of the university. Participates in developing initiatives that further support the campus mission with a service-oriented and catalytic mindset. Strengthens employees by being communicative and a talent builder that develops team attributes, furthering departmental goals.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a Bachelor's degree in accounting, business, or other job-related fields. 
• Equivalent to five years of progressively responsible professional/administrative experience; with two of the five years in accounting or budgeting or financial management.
• Experience working in a university athletics or athletics conference office and experience with EADA and NCAA Financial reports and associated audits preferred. Experience supervising staff is a plus.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Leadership

• Working knowledge of California State University System, NCAA, and/or Big West Conference rules and regulations
• Aptitude to manage multiple projects and the ability to prioritize and work independently. Proficiency in using databases, spreadsheets, word processing, and other applicable software applications.
• Lead diverse teams to support the operational mission and vision of employers by fostering an ethical, inclusive, and collegial work environment.
• Demonstrated ability to support ongoing improvement through courageous, resilient, and catalytic leadership.
• Lead varying initiatives through a collaborative, service-oriented, and communicative approach.
• Demonstrated commitment to employee development, recognition, and accountability to further operational goals.

About California State University, Northridge

California State University, Northridge is a vibrant, diverse university community of 38,310 students and more than 4,000 faculty and staff, sited on a 356-acre campus in the heart of Los Angeles' San Fernando Valley. As you explore the university's website, you will find ample evidence of Cal State Northridge's commitment to student's educational and professional goals, and its extensive service to the community.

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