Administrative Analyst/Specialist

Administrative Analyst/Specialist

Administrative Analyst/Specialist (Administrative Analyst/Specialist II)

Compensation and Benefits

Anticipated Hiring Salary Range: $5,274 - $5,488 per month

Full CSU Classification Salary Range: $5,274 - $7,684 per month

This is a full-time, probationary, exempt position.

The CSU system provides a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental and vision plans, membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS), sick and vacation time, and 15 paid holidays a year. Eligible employees are also able to participate in the fee waiver education program.

Job Summary

Working independently under the supervision of the Director of the Office of Innovation and Digital Excellence for Academic Success (IDEAS) or designee, the position supports faculty, academic support units, staff, students, and other campus clients by providing consultation and support to enhance the use and access of technology. This position will serve as the Academic Technology Resource Center (ATRC) specialist, overseeing a number of student assistants working in ATRC, DISCOVERe, and IDEAS. Responsibilities include but are not limited to monitoring ongoing divisional communication, meetings and events. The incumbent will interface and effectively communicate with a diverse group of people; provide advisory service; serve as custodian of all resource information/files for unit activities; and maintain an open and effective work environment and rapport as a key information resource. This position may be assigned to a variety of other tasks including requirement analysis, documentation and quality assurance testing. The position also provides budget analysis administrative oversight for the Office of IDEAS. This position will also be a lead over student assistants, including the hiring process for student assistants. A significant degree of autonomy is afforded the incumbent to ensure that proposal submission deadlines can be met, requiring considerable judgment, discretion, and accountability.

Key Qualifications

Knowledge of:

• Working knowledge of processes that ensure data integrity, compliance and adequate internal controls.
• General knowledge and skills in the office management and administrative field, with a foundational knowledge of public administration principles, practices, and methods.
• Knowledge of operational and fiscal analysis and techniques.
• Advanced proficiency in computer office systems and ability to use a broad range of technology, systems, and software packages (Microsoft Office Suite, Google apps, and Adobe PDF).
• General knowledge of financial, budgetary, and accounting principles and practices.
• Experience in supporting state and federal funding proposal development.

Skill/Ability to:

• Participate in planning and development activities and recommend methods to meet programmatic or administrative goals.
• Skill in the research, development and evaluation of policies and programs, including skill in the collection, evaluation, and interpretation of data to develop sound conclusions and make appropriate recommendations.
• Ability to interpret and apply a wide variety of policies and procedures.
• Ability to take initiative and independently plan, organize, coordinate, and perform work in various situations where numerous and diverse demands are involved.
• Ability to train others in new skills and procedures, effectively present ideas and concepts in written or presentation format and use consultative and facilitation skills to gain consensus.
• Interpersonal and communication skills, including ability to work effectively with people of diverse backgrounds and in a team-oriented environment.
• Ability to organize and plan work and projects including handling multiple priorities.
• Use initiative and resourcefulness in planning work assignments and in implementing long-range program improvements.
• Troubleshoot a wide variety of problems and provide senior level administrative and full range front office support, coordinating the clerical and administrative office functions to ensure customer service is provided in a prompt, friendly and efficient manner.

Education and Experience

Equivalent to a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university.

Three years of professional administrative work experience involving study, analysis, and/or evaluation leading to the development or improvement of administrative policies, procedures, practices, or programs.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, or Abilities:

• Master's Degree, preferably in an area such as higher education, business, or related field.
• Experience working in a higher education setting.
• Adept with information technology and proficient in setting-up, troubleshooting, canvas, and smart classroom infrastructure.
• Adept with electronic submission systems for proposals, particularly federal systems.
• Two years of experience supporting development of state or federal funding proposals.
• Working knowledge of PeopleSoft.

Department Summary

The Office of IDEAS (Innovation and Digital Excellence for Academic Success) consolidates the Center for Faculty Excellence, DISCOVERe, Academic Technology Resource Center and the Accessible Resource Center under one umbrella administered by the Provost's Office. The office ensures that faculty and students have outstanding support for Canvas, Panopto, Zoom, AI and much more. IDEAS will continue the tradition of providing high-level professional development opportunities in the areas of open educational resources, accessible course content, technology, innovation, and pedagogy.

Deadline & Application Instructions

Applications received by June 15, 2026 will be given full consideration by the search committee.

Applications received after that date will be forwarded at the request of the Hiring Manager and/or search committee.

Please click "Apply Now" to complete the employment application for California State University, Fresno. Interested applicants must complete the application and attach the following: 1) their most recent resum/vitae, 2) a cover letter that addresses their specific qualifications and interest, and 3) contact information for three professional references.

Fresno State

California State University, Fresno is one of 22 campuses in the California State University System. The University's mission is to boldly educate and empower students for success through our values of Discovery, Diversity and Distinction. The current student population is more than 25,000, including a large percentage of students with diverse and culturally rich backgrounds. The University serves the San Joaquin Valley while maintaining deep involvement with the state, nation, and across the globe.

Metropolitan Fresno, with a multi-ethnic population of over 527,000, is located in the heart of the San Joaquin Valley. The campus is within driving distance of Yosemite, Kings Canyon and Sequoia National Parks, San Francisco, Los Angeles, the Monterey Peninsula, beaches, sailing, lakes, and numerous ski resorts. Fresno boasts one of the most reasonable housing markets in California and offers a wide array of locally grown fruits and produce.

Equal Employment Opportunity Information

California State University, Fresno is committed to maintaining and implementing employment policies and procedures in compliance with applicable state and federal equal employment opportunity laws and regulations. Executive Orders 1096 and 1097 prohibit discrimination, harassment, and retaliation on the basis of a protected status: race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex (including gender identity), sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition and covered veteran status. Fresno State's commitment to diversity informs our efforts in recruitment, hiring, and retention. We are proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

COVID19 Vaccination Policy

Per the CSU COVID-19 Vaccination Policy, it is strongly recommended that all employees who are accessing office and campus facilities follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications. Questions may be sent to View email address on talent.com.

Supplemental Information

Following a conditional offer of employment, a background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate may start work with California State University, Fresno. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may result in the withdrawal of the offer of employment. Current employees who are offered positions on campus will be required to undergo a background check for any position where a background check is required by law or that Fresno State has identified as sensitive.

The person holding this position is considered a "mandated reporter" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

This position may be a "designated position" under the California State University's Conflict of Interest Code. This will require the filing of a Statement of Economic Interest on an annual basis and the completion of training within six (6) months of assuming office and every two (2) years thereafter.

Fresno State is a tobacco-free, smoke-free