Chancellor's Office Statement

Join our team at the California State University, Office of the Chancellor, and make a difference in providing access to higher education. We are currently seeking experienced candidates for the position of Senior Advisory Services Consultant. 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 hiring range is up to $121,008 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 II

Position Information

The California State University, Office of the Chancellor, is seeking a Senior Advisory Services Consultant to conduct and assist with university, Chancellor’s Office and systemwide advisory services reviews to identify solutions for business issues, identify opportunities for increasing operational efficiencies; strengthen business processes and controls, and assist with special requests.

Responsibilities

Under the general direction of the Assistant Vice Chancellor, the Senior Advisory Services Consultant will perform duties as outlined below:

Advisory and Consulting Services

-Conducts advisory reviews to assess management concerns related to internal controls, governance, risk management or other areas of management interest.  Examples of such reviews can include but are not limited to, past audit topics, business process assessments, transition reviews, policy advisement and special studies requested by the university.

-Performs special reviews and consulting services at the request of the Vice Chancellor, Chief Audit Officer.

-Identifies areas of risk and advises management about risk control considerations.

-Identifies opportunities for increasing operational efficiencies and strengthening business processes and controls.

-Documents client processes and procedures and identifies the key control points of the system.

-Conducts interviews and tests; and obtains, analyzes, and appraises evidentiary data as a basis for an informed, objective opinion on the adequacy of controls and the efficiency and effectiveness of the activities being reviewed.

-Conducts and documents the advisory review and prepares reports in accordance with department standards.

-Makes oral or written presentations to management during and at the conclusion of the advisory review, discussing observations and recommending corrective action to mitigate risks, improve operations and/or reduce costs.

-Prepares adequate documentation supporting all advisory work performed to support the preparation of a written report to management.

-Prepares formal written advisory reports, expressing opinions on the adequacy and effectiveness of the controls, processes and business operations/activities reviewed.

Planning and Development

-Surveys functions and activities of assigned advisory reviews to determine the nature of operations and processes and the adequacy of the system of control to achieve established objectives.

-Assists in planning the objectives and scope of the assigned advisory reviews and determines the procedures to be used.

-Develops comprehensive, practical, advisory review programs, including background research; identification and assessment of risks; definition of purpose, scope, and methodology; and corresponding resource materials.

-Keeps abreast of all trends in higher education and new techniques related to consulting and advisory services.

Qualifications

This position requires:

-Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university; five years of progressive experience in internal and/or external auditing required. Experience in business administration, fiscal and financial management, budget administration, and/or business operations may be considered in lieu of auditing experience. Experience in higher education and/or an advanced degree is a plus. CPA, CIA, or CISA certification is preferred but not required.

-Thorough knowledge of: management and the principles and practices of auditing; fund accounting and general accounting theory; internal control principles and concepts; and the IIA Global Internal Audit Standards.

-Knowledge and experience in higher education and college and university business processes and operations.

-Skill in analyzing policy issues, CSU policy and operating procedures, other directives, and related state/federal laws to form solid recommendations.

-Understanding of control rationalization, optimization, effectiveness and efficiency, and development of risk remediation strategies.

-Sound reasoning, analytical, investigative, and problem-solving skills, including the ability to evaluate specific business processes, integrate a broad range of information sources, analyze the sources and apply the knowledge to the areas being evaluated.

-Demonstrated integrity, values, principles, and work ethic.

-Strong skills in project management and the ability to perform and lead a wide variety of complex advisory engagements.

-Ability to use a computer with word processing, spreadsheets, and other business software to prepare workpapers, reports, memos, summaries, and analyses.  Experience in using TeamMate or other automated workpapers a plus.

-Effective verbal and written communication skills, including active listening and verbal presentation skills; and the ability to translate observations, findings, and recommendations into a concise, logical, and grammatically correct written report.

-Ability to establish harmonious and effective working relationships, exercise diplomacy, and handle sensitive and confidential information.

-Ability to work independently with limited direction and guidance and travel extensively throughout the State of California.

Application Period

Priority consideration will be given to candidates who apply by April 13, 2026. Applications will be accepted until the job posting is removed.

How To Apply

Please click "Apply Now" to complete the California State University, Chancellor's Office online employment application.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, the CSU provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting the Senior Human Resources Manager at (562) 951-4070.

Title IX

Please view the Notice of Non-Discrimination on the Basis of Gender or Sex and Contact Information for Title IX Coordinator at: https://www2.calstate.edu/titleix

E-Verify

This position requires new hire employment verification to be processed through the E-Verify program administered by the Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (DHSUSCIS)' in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA).

If hired, you will be required to furnish proof that you are legally authorized to work in the United States. The CSU Chancellor’s Office is not a sponsoring agency for staff and Management positions (i.e., H1-B VISAS).

COVID19 Vaccination Policy

Per the CSU COVID-19 Vaccination Policy, it is strongly recommended that all Chancellor’s Office 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.

Mandated Reporter Per CANRA

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.

Conflict of Interest

The duties of this position will include participation in decisions that may have a material financial benefit to the incumbent. Therefore, the selected candidate will be required to file Conflict of Interest Form 700: Statement of Economic Interest when they first occupy the position, and on an annual basis, complete ethics training within 6 months of appointment, and attend this training every other year thereafter.

CSU Out of State Employment Policy

California State University, Office of the Chancellor, as part of the CSU system, is a State of California Employer. As such, the University requires all employees upon date of hire to reside in the State of California. As of January 1, 2022, the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.

Background

The Chancellor's Office policy requires that the selected candidate successfully complete a full background check (including a criminal records check) prior to assuming this position.

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