College Scheduler and Financial Specialist, Administrative Analyst/Specialist Exempt I

This position is open to Sonoma State University employees only. For full consideration, submit your application, cover letter, and resume by 8am on Thursday, August 20, 2026.

About the role

Reporting to the Director of Operations (DO), with additional lead work direction from the Dean, the College Scheduler and Financial Analyst independently performs varied and specialized administrative, technical, and analytical duties and provides day-to-day administration for the College of Science, Technology, and Business. Work involves participation in the development, alteration, implementation, and evaluation of course scheduling, multi-semester course planning, enrollment reporting, and financial procedures and reporting, as well as supporting the academic unit’s programs, policies, and procedures.

The incumbent independently plans and performs research, compiles data, and prepares and presents reports with reliable conclusions and recommendations for action. The incumbent contributes to the completion of broad and more complex projects and goals, often providing project leadership or representing the College on key projects. Contacts involve interaction with all levels inside and outside the university and may include dealing with sensitive and confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Develop, alter, implement, and evaluate course scheduling and multi-semester course planning.
• Manage enrollment reporting and financial procedures and reporting.
• Support the academic unit’s programs, policies, and procedures.
• Independently plan and perform research, compile data, and prepare reports with conclusions and recommendations.
• Lead or represent the College on key projects.
• Interact with all levels inside and outside the university, handling sensitive and confidential information.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and/or equivalent training and administrative work experience involving study, analysis, and/or evaluation leading to the development or improvement of administrative policies, procedures, practices, or programs.
• Two years of related experience.
• Advanced proficiency with computers and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel).
• Knowledge of higher education administration with three years of experience working in an academic environment preferred.
• Knowledge of Google Suite and PeopleSoft preferred.

Pay

The CSU Classification Step Range for this position is $5,274 – $7,684 per month (step 1 – step 20). Step placement will be determined based on relevant qualifications and professional experience. Step placement upon appointment is not expected to exceed Step 4 ($5,597 a month).

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• Retirement benefits through CalPERS.
• Tuition waiver.
• Vacation and sick leave.
• 15 paid holidays per year.
• Eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).
• For eligible employees, CSUEU collective bargaining agreement Article 17.10 will be honored.

Schedule

This is a full-time, exempt position, which will lead toward permanent status following the successful completion of a probationary period.

About Sonoma State University

Sonoma State University is committed to achieving excellence through teaching, scholarship, learning, and inclusion. In line with our Strategic Plan and our Seawolf Commitment, our values include diversity, sustainability, community engagement, respect, responsibility, excellence, and integrity. We strive to cultivate a community in which a diverse population can learn and work in an atmosphere of civility and respect. We encourage innovation, experimentation, and creativity, as well as contributions to equity and inclusion, in the pursuit of excellence for all members of our university community.