Chief of Staff, Human Resources

Do you have the vision and leadership to shape the future of human resources across the largest public university system in the nation?

Chancellor's Office Statement

The CSU Chancellor's Office, located on the waterfront adjacent to the Aquarium of the Pacific in downtown Long Beach, is the headquarters for the nation's largest and most diverse system of higher education. The CSU Chancellor's Office offers a premium benefit package that includes outstanding vacation, health, and dental plans; a fee waiver education program; membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (PERS); and 15 paid holidays a year.

Salary

The anticipated salary range is between $175,000 to $195,000 per year, commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Work Arrangements

Flexibility to telecommute two days a week, with three days on-site at the main headquarters in Long Beach, California.

Premium Benefits

Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision Benefits

Generous vacation plan

15 paid holidays a year

Tuition waiver education program (also applies to eligible family members)

Membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)

More details here: Comprehensive Benefits Package

Classification

Administrator III

Position Information

The California State University, Office of the Chancellor, is seeking a Chief of Staff, Human Resources to provide strategic and operational leadership for the Office of Human Resources Division. The incumbent ensures effective coordination of Board of Trustees (BOT) matters, budget development and oversight, strategic planning, and key administrative operations.

The Chief of Staff ensures that the VC/CHRO is optimally prepared for Board of Trustees (BOT) and executive-level engagements; leads the development and monitoring of the Human Resources budget; supports strategic planning and divisional goal alignment; and manages office operations to advance the vision and priorities of the VC/CHRO.

Responsibilities

Board of Trustees Coordination (35%)

• Serve as division coordinator for the Board of Trustees meetings.
• Manage preparation of BOT agenda items, scripts, presentations, and talking points for the VC/CHRO.
• Ensure HR division submissions meet deadlines, quality standards, and alignment with systemwide priorities.
• Track, monitor, and ensure follow-up on Trustee issues and requests specific to Human Resources.
• Collaborate with division leaders to prepare materials for Chancellor’s Senior Leadership Council (CSLC) and CABO meetings.

Budget Leadership and Oversight (30%)

• Manage and coordinate the annual budget process for Systemwide HR.
• Serve as the principal advisor to the VC/CHRO on all budget-related matters.
• Review and approve expenditures, purchase requisitions, and fiscal transactions to ensure compliance with CSU and CO policies.
• Work closely with division leadership, CO Budget Office, and systemwide finance staff on budget planning, monitoring, and forecasting.
• Provide analysis and recommendations on fiscal implications of strategic initiatives.

Strategic Planning and Administrative Leadership (25%)

• Support the VC/CHRO in setting and advancing the strategic priorities of the division.
• Facilitate the development and monitoring of divisional goals and performance metrics.
• Manage preparation of reports, briefings, and communications to support decision-making and external engagement.
• Oversee office operations, including coordination of staffing plans, policy compliance, and process improvement initiatives.
• Represent the VC/CHRO in meetings and committees as delegated.

Special Projects and Other Duties (10%)

• Lead and/or support special initiatives that advance division and systemwide HR priorities.
• Provide research, analysis, and recommendations on emerging HR, workforce, and operational issues.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of the VC/CHRO and division.

Qualifications

This position requires:

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree in business administration, public administration, human resources, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressively responsible experience supporting senior execu