Job Summary

The Senior Manager of Audit and Business Continuity serves as the primary point of contact for all internal and external audit activities, including audits conducted by the California State University Office of the Chancellor, California State Auditor, external auditors, and other regulatory agencies. This role is responsible for ensuring university-wide coordination and responsiveness during audit engagements and supports the university’s commitment to accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement.

The Audit Liaison plays a critical role in assisting the CFO and the Associate Vice President of Strategic Business Services in aligning audit processes with administrative priorities and ensuring compliance with CSU policies, federal and state regulations, and institutional standards. This position also supports the development and implementation of university management’s corrective actions in response to audit findings. These audit reviews help the University identify, prevent, and mitigate fraud, waste, abuse, mismanagement, and conflicts of interest, which are essential to improving the effectiveness and efficiency of university operations. This position is also responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining San José State University’s business continuity and continuity of operations planning (COOP) program.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate all phases of audit engagements, including audit notifications, planning meetings, fieldwork, and exit conferences
• Serve as the primary liaison between auditors and university departments to facilitate timely responses and accurate documentation
• Review, organize, and submit documentation to auditors, ensuring completeness, consistency, and adherence to CSU and university policy
• Maintain centralized audit records and tracking systems for all active and historical audits and related responses
• Assist university leadership in preparing formal responses to audit findings, including corrective action plans and timelines
• Monitor and follow up on implementation of audit recommendations, providing periodic status reports to campus executives and the Chancellor’s Office
• Educate and advise university departments on audit processes, compliance expectations, and internal control best practices
• Collaborate with internal Strategic Business Services departments and other units such as Risk Management, Financial Services and Budget Management, Academic Affairs, Athletics, Research and Student Affairs to ensure alignment with audit requirements
• Promote a culture of compliance, integrity, and continuous improvement consistent with the university’s mission and values
• Lead the development, maintenance, and continuous improvement of SJSU’s Business Continuity and Continuity of Operations Plans (COOP)
• Coordinate with academic and administrative units to conduct business impact analyses and risk assessments
• Facilitate the creation and regular review of departmental business continuity plans, ensuring alignment with CSU systemwide guidelines and campus emergency operations
• Provide training, workshops, and technical assistance to campus departments on business continuity principles, tools, and planning best practices
• Conduct exercises and simulations to test the effectiveness of continuity plans and identify opportunities for improvement
• Collaborate with Emergency Management, Risk Management, IT, Facilities, and other stakeholders to ensure business continuity plans are integrated with emergency response, disaster recovery, and information security plans
• Serve as a subject matter expert and advisor to campus leadership on continuity planning, compliance requirements, and risk mitigation strategies
• Maintain centralized documentation and databases for continuity planning, exercises, and departmental compliance tracking
• Establish and track key performance indicators (KPIs) related to business continuity planning
• Prepare quarterly and annual status reports for senior leadership and campus risk committees
• Analyze trends in plan quality, compliance, and exercise outcomes to identify gaps and recommend improvements
• Use data visualization tools and dashboards to communicate program performance and risk exposure
• Ensure compliance with CSU systemwide audit requirements and report progress toward recommendations

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to communicate with campus departments in a professional and respectful manner
• Ability to write clear and concise reports intended for executive management
• Thorough understanding of applicable auditing standards
• Familiarity with laws and regulations applicable to CSU programs and financial management
• Strong analytical, organizational, and documentation skills
• Effective verbal and written communication skills for interacting with auditors and internal stakeholders
• Knowledge of business continuity frameworks and risk management principles
• Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for working with diverse campus stakeholders
• Ability to write clear, actionable plans and deliver engaging training sessions
• Ability to manage multiple audits simultaneously under tight deadlines
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and document management systems
• Discretion in handling sensitive and confidential information

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Risk Management Finance or a related field
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in auditing, compliance, or administrative oversight in higher education, government, or a similarly complex organization

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree or relevant certification (e.g., CIA, CPA, CFE)
• Experience with audits, certification in Business Continuity Planning (e.g., CBCI) and/or experience in the CSU system or other public universities in a similar or equivalent role

Compensation

Classification: Administrator II
Anticipated Hiring Range: $9,584/month - $10,000/month
CSU Salary Range: $5,053/month - $16,221/month

The final hiring salary will be commensurate with experience.

San José State University offers employees a comprehensive benefits package typically worth 30-35% of your base salary. For more information on programs available, please see the Employee Benefits Summary.

Application Procedure

Click Apply Now to complete the SJSU Online Employment Application and attach the following documents:

• Resume
• Letter of Interest
• List of References

All applicants must apply within the specified application period: June 20, 2025 through July 6, 2025. This position is open until filled; however, applications received after screening has begun will be considered at the discretion of the university.

Contact Information

University Personnel
jobs@sjsu.edu
408-924-2252

CSU Vaccination Policy

The CSU strongly recommends that all individuals who access any in-person program or activity (on- or off-campus) operated or controlled by the University 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 and comply with other safety measures established by each campus. The system wide policy can be found at https://calstate.policystat.com/policy/9779821/latest/ and questions may be sent to jobs@sjsu.edu.

Additional Information

Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check) is required for employment. SJSU will issue a contingent offer of employment to the selected candidate, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was offered the position on a contingent basis.

The standard background check includes: criminal check, employment, and education verification. Depending on the position, a motor vehicle and/or credit check may be required. All background checks are conducted through the university's third-party vendor, Accurate Background. Some positions may also require fingerprinting. SJSU will pay all costs associated with this procedure. Evidence of required degree(s) or certification(s) will be required at time of hire.

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All San José State University employees are considered mandated reporters under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and are required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. Incumbent is also required to promptly report any knowledge of a possible Title IX related incident to the Title IX Office or report any discrimination, harassment, and/or retaliation to the Office of Equal Opportunity.

Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act and Campus Housing Fire Safety Notification: 

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, the Annual Security Report (ASR) is also now available for viewing at https://www.sjsu.edu/clery/docs/SJSU-Annual-Security-Report.pdf. The ASR contains the current security and safety-related policy statements, emergency preparedness and evacuation information, crime prevention and Sexual Assault prevention information, and information about drug and alcohol prevention programming. The ASR also contains statistics of Clery crimes for San José State University locations for the three most recent calendar years. A paper copy of the ASR is available upon request by contacting the Office of the Clery Director by phone at 408-924-1501 or by email at clerycompliance@sjsu.edu.

Pursuant to the Higher Education Opportunity Act, the Annual Fire Safety Report (AFSR) is also available for viewing at https://www.sjsu.edu/clery/docs/SJSU-Annual-Fire-Safety-Report.pdf. The purpose of this report is to disclose statistics for fires that occurred within SJSU on-campus housing facilities for the three most recent calendar years, and to distribute fire safety policies and procedures intended to promote safety on Campus. A paper copy of the AFSR is available upon request by contacting the Housing Office by phone at 408-795-5600 or by email at uhs-frontdesk@sjsu.edu.

Campus Security Authority - In accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act) and CSU systemwide policy, this position is subject to ongoing review for designation as a Campus Security Authority. Individuals that are designated as Campus Security Authorities are required to immediately report Clery incidents to the institution and complete Clery Act training as determined by the university Clery Director.

Equal Employment Statement

San José State University is an equal opportunity employer. The university prohibits discrimination based on age, ancestry, caste, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military status, nationality, race, religion, religious creed, sex, sexual orientation, sex stereotype, and veteran status. This policy applies to all San José State University students, faculty, and staff, as well as university programs and activities. Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, and certain other federal and state laws, prohibit discrimination on the basis of sex in all education programs and activities operated by the university (both on and off campus). Reasonable accommodation is made for applicants with disabilities who self-disclose. San José State University employees are considered mandated reporters under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and are required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

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