Operations and Projects Analyst
Job Summary
The Operations and Projects Analyst works closely with the Associate Vice President for Health, Wellness, and Student Services to support the division’s student success mission by optimizing financial and human resources and improving operational effectiveness. Serving as a representative of the AVP, this role interacts with students, campus partners, and external stakeholders to ensure services align with student needs. The incumbent plays a key role in financial planning, project coordination, operational management, and continuous improvement initiatives across the division.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Resource Planning, Control, and Optimization
People, Organizational Effectiveness, and Culture Operations
Office, Systems, and Infrastructure Operations
Project and Event Planning, Coordination, and Execution
Assessment, Reporting, and Continuous Quality Improvement
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of or ability to quickly learn the university infrastructure, policies, and procedures
Knowledge of basic accounting principles and budget management
Knowledge of basic project management
Strong oral and written communication skills
Excellent customer service and public relations skills
Skilled with core office software applications: word processing, spreadsheets, database reporting, and presentation slides
Skilled in reporting, analyzing, and responding to budgetary details
Skilled in project and event administration
Skilled in analyzing operational procedures and developing proposed solutions
Ability to make independent decisions on a daily basis, addressing the best way to handle specific tasks
Ability to collaborate with other administrators and support personnel, management and clients on a regular basis
Ability to work with individuals and groups at all levels of the organization
Ability to research, develop, analyze, implement, and evaluate policies and procedures
Required Qualifications
A Bachelor’s degree and/or equivalent training
Two (2) years of administrative work experience involving study, analysis, and/or evaluation leading to the development or improvement of administrative policies, procedures, practices, or programs
Preferred Qualifications
Excellent written communication skills
Skilled at working with core office systems, calendaring, and databases
Experience planning large events or projects
Experience tracking multiple budgets and accounts
Customer service experience in a higher education environment
Compensation
Classification: Administrative Analyst/Specialist - Exempt I
Anticipated Hiring Range: $6,180/month - $6,558/month (Step 9 – Step 12)
CSU Salary Range: $5,274/month - $7,684/month (Step 1 – Step 20)
Application Procedure
To apply, click Apply Now to complete the SJSU Online Employment Application and attach the following documents:
- Resume
- Letter of Interest
All applicants must apply within the specified application period: March 26, 2026 through April 12, 2026. This position is open until filled; however, applications received after screening has begun will be considered at the discretion of the university.