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DIRECTOR, COLLEGE FISCAL SERVICES

San Jose Evergreen Community College District

San Jose, CA

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Accounting, Accounting Software, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Administrative Skills, Analysis Skills, Annuities, Billing, Budget Management, Budget Reporting, Budgeting, Business Administration, Business Services, Cash Management, Communication Skills, Compensation and Benefits, Computer Software, Cost Estimates, Diversity, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Federal Laws and Regulations, Finance, Financial Analysis, Financial Audit, Financial Operations, Financial Procedures, Financial Projections, Financial Reporting, Financial Services, Financial Statements, Financial Systems, Flexible Spending Accounts, General Ledger Accounting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Grant Administration/Management, Health Plan, Human Resources, Leadership, Life Insurance, Maintain Compliance, Medical Conditions, Operational Improvement, Operational Strategy, Operations Management, Operations Processes, People Management, Performance Analysis, Performance Management, Performance Reviews, Policy Development, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Procurement Planning, Public Finance, Purchase Orders, Reconciliation, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Reimbursement, Research Skills, State Laws and Regulations, Storage Area Network (SAN), Strategic Planning, Time Management, Training/Teaching, University/School Policies, University/School Regulations
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San Jose, CA
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1 day ago
Position Details

Position Information

Opportunity Type
MANAGEMENT EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Position Title
DIRECTOR, COLLEGE FISCAL SERVICES

Posting Number
S2634

Close/First Review Date
07/26/2026

Department
Administrative Services

Work Location
San Jose City College

Position Status
Full Time

Salary Range
$147.037- $178,725 Annual Salary (Range M25: Management 2025-2026). Salary Schedule. Starting salary placement is generally at Step 1.

Benefits Summary

In addition to the salary, this position qualifies for the choice of one of the District's excellent Health Benefits and Welfare plans, which the premium cost is 100% paid by the District for the employee and their eligible dependents, and one health plan costing an estimated $60,000 for the District for fiscal year 2025-2026. We offer two medical plans (Anthem Blue Cross [PPO] and Kaiser Permanente (HMO]); dental (Delta Dental PPO); vision (VSP Choice); life insurance for the employee (The Lincoln); life insurance for eligible dependents (The Lincoln); a long term disability/income protection plan (The Lincoln); and an employee assistance plan (Anthem EAP).

In addition, the District contributes an additional 26.81% of the employee's salary towards an eligible employee's pension (CalPERS).

Employees may also elect to participate in optional plans including purchasing additional life insurance for themselves and their eligible dependent(s); enroll in a medical, transportation, and/or dependent care Flexible Spending Account(s) (with the $4 monthly administrative fee paid by the District); and set pre-taxed dollars aside to supplement their pension in a 403b (tax shelter annuity) and/or a 457 (deferred compensation) plan(s).

Managers, Supervisor and Confidential employees earn 22 days per year of vacation, up to 12 sick leave days and 6 administrative leave days. There are currently 20 paid holidays.

Position Description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Director of College Fiscal Services reports to the Vice President of Administrative Services at San Jose City College. This is a full time, 12 months per year, management position.

POSITION PURPOSE

Under administrative direction of the Vice President of Administrative Services or assigned supervisor, the Director of College Fiscal Services provides accounting and financial reporting expertise to the college and ensures compliance with all applicable Federal, State and College regulations and policies. The Director of College Fiscal Services manages the operations and staff of the Business Services Office. The individual is responsible for overall management of accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, non-student accounts receivable, financial reporting, and auxiliary services accounting

NATURE AND SCOPE

This position serves as principal liaison for the Vice President of Administrative Services and the leadership of the college in the management of the college budget and completion of a wide variety of required reports. The incumbent oversees the college's accounting, budgeting and finance functions, and personally performs a variety of responsible professional accounting work within a robust technology based ERP system.

DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Provide leadership for all financial operations of the college which includes the design of systems, preparation/presentation of financial reports and budgets, preparation of documents for annual audits, monitoring of revenues and expenditures, conducting financial analyses and development of internal controls.

2. Provide leadership in the use of technology to achieve administrative efficiencies.

3. In consultation with Vice President of Administrative Services and appropriate budgetary units, prepare annual budget for the college and establish control program and systems to assure compliance with allocations. Prepare revisions to the budget as required.

4. Develop and provide periodic budget reports and financial projections to management staff.

5. Recommend and monitor achievement of the appropriate reserve levels within the budget to address long-term needs and year-to-year carryover.

6. Provide supervisory support for the Vice President on functions related to strategic planning and participatory governance.

7. Formulate campus business policies ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations, and district internal accounting/fiscal reporting procedures.

8. Oversee all campus detailed accounts and records involving the collection of college funds and bursar activities; secure cash collecting and reconciliation system.

9. Coordinate and ensure accurate and timely production of general ledger, accounting and budget reports, prompt payment of invoices and issuance of statements for accounts receivable.

10. Provide training and technical expertise to administrators, faculty, and staff for budget development and assist in resolving issues and conflicts on expenditures and budget.

11. Advise campus community of changes to business office rules.

12. Serve as the primary fiscal resource person for college management of grants agreements and other external financial and service relationships.

13. Conduct special financial research or analytical studies to assist administrators in the formulation and planning of new or revised programs.

14. Review and approve campus purchase requisitions and requests for checks, warrants, claims and reimbursement for expenses.

15. Ensure compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) in executing, analyzing, verifying, and reporting transactions of a fiscal nature.

16. Perform review of the college Business Services Office's operations and processes, implement performance improvements, and improve financial operational efficiency and effectiveness between the college and district.

17. Supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned staff; interview and participate in selecting employees; train, counsel and discipline personnel according to established policies and procedures.

18. Perform other duties as assigned.

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS

Knowledge of:

1. Accounting, auditing, budgeting, and cash management as applied to California community colleges.

2. Theory and practices of public finance and business administration.

3. Financial systems and methods of budget development, tracking, and monitoring.

4. Basic research and analytical methods.

5. Principles, practices and terminology used in complex financial and statistical recordkeeping.

6. Pertinent federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations.

7. Principles of supervision, training and performance evaluation.

Skills and Abilities:

1. Planning, organizing, and managing the effective operations of a community college business office.

2. Using software for computer based accounting, budget and data systems.

3. Preparing clear and accurate financial reports and statements.

4. Communicating clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

5. Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

6. Scheduling, supervising, assigning and reviewing work; training, guiding, appraising and counseling employees.

7. Interpreting and applying District or applicable policies and procedures.

8. Presenting solutions to management level with confidence and effectiveness.

9. Work independently with little direction.

Required Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

1. Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in accounting, finance, business administration or related field.

2. Two years increasingly responsible experience in accounting and budgets and supervision of employees.

District's Diversity
  • Demonstrated sensitivity, knowledge and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, gender identity, sexual orientation, cultural, disability, and ethnic background of groups historically underrepresented, and groups who may have experienced discrimination.
  • Success integrating diversity as appropriate into the major duties outlined in the job description and in the duties listed in the District's hiring policy; or demonstrated equivalent transferable skills to do so.


Desired Qualifications

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

1. Previous supervisory and community college experience.

2. Proficiency in the use of spread sheet and software applications in an integrated accounting system.

Foreign Degree

For positions that require a degree or coursework:

Degree(s) must have been awarded by a college or university accredited by an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Council on Post-Secondary Accreditation and/or the U.S. Department of Education.

All degrees and credits earned outside of the United States must have a U.S. evaluation (course by course) of the transcripts and must be submitted with the application.

Degrees earned outside of the U.S. without a U.S. credential evaluation attached, will not be considered.

Working Environment

1. Typical office environment.

About San Jose/Evergreen Community College District

The District is represented by dedicated and talented employees who are passionate about providing our student population with the best educational experience possible. The District recognizes that cultural diversity in the academic environment promotes academic excellence; fosters cultural, racial and human understanding; provides positive roles models for all students, and creates an inclusive and supportive educational and work environment for its employees, students, and the community it serves.

As of Fall 2025, with enrollment of approximately 15,661 students per semester, and an extremely diverse student population (Hispanic/Latino 48.9%, Black/African-American 3.4%, Asian/Pacific Islander 31.8%, American Indian/Native American 0.3%, White/Caucasian 9.1%, Multi-race 3.6% and Unknown 3.0%) attaining educational goals reflecting 56% - Transfer to a 4-Year College/ University, the District's emphasis on student success makes it a recognized educational leader in the State.

The District encourages a diverse pool of applicants to serve as colleagues to an existing diverse classified staff consisting of 43.4% Latinx, 27.2% Asian/Pacific Islander, 3.0% Black/African American, 0.3% American Indian/Native American, 19.5% White/Caucasian, 5.6% Unknown and as well as encouraging applications from all qualified, outstanding applicants.

Important Information

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT

San José-Evergreen Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to nondiscrimination on the basis of ethnic group identification, race, color, language, accent, immigration status, ancestry, national origin, age, gender, gender identity, religion, sexual orientation, transgender, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, and physical or mental disability consistent with applicable federal and state laws.

CONTACT

Employment Services,
Human Resources, SJECCD
40 S. Market Street, San Jose, CA 95113
Phone: (408) 270-6414
Email: hremploymentservices@sjeccd.edu
Employment Website:
District Website: www.sjeccd.edu

APPLICATION PROCEDURES

Interested applicants MUST SUBMIT ONLINE ALL of the following materials by the First Review Date/Closing Date as listed on the job announcement. Applications received after the First Review Date will only be forwarded to the hiring committee at their request.

1. A completed online San José-Evergreen Community College District APPLICATION.
2. A COVER LETTER (Stating how you feel you meet the qualifications as outline in the job announcement).
3. A current RESUME/CURRICULUM VITAE
4. TRANSCRIPT - (If Required) If a degree is listed as a requirement, transcripts (Not Diplomas) MUST INCLUDE confer or award date of stated degree. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted; however if the position is offered, official transcripts will be required prior to employment. If the transcripts or degrees are from outside of the United States, an official certification of equivalency to U.S. degrees by a certified U.S. credential review service (course by course of the transcripts) MUST also be submitted. (See below for a list of suggested services that provide foreign degree equivalency evaluation to U.S. degrees).

Note: Some positions may require additional documents and/or certificates, in addition to the items listed above. Please refer to the job announcement.

OTHER APPLICANT INFORMATION

1. Only complete application materials will be considered. No exceptions.
2. Letters of Recommendation are NOT required and will not be forwarded to the hiring committee.
3. Upon hire the successful candidate must provide the required documents of identity and authorization to work and attest he/she is authorized to work in the United States.
4. Application materials become the property of the District and will not be returned or duplicated.
5. Travel expenses to attend the interview are the responsibility of the candidate.
6. Meeting the minimum qualifications does NOT assure an interview.
7. The District may re-advertise, delay, choose not to fill the position, or choose to fill more than one position.

Suggested services that provide foreign degree equivalency evaluation to U.S. degrees:

Academic Credentials Evaluation Institute, Inc.
Website:

Education Records Evaluation Services
Website: www.eres.com

International Education Research Foundation
Website:

World Education Services
Website: www.wes.org

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