California State University, Office of the Chancellor · 6 hours ago
Associate Vice Chancellor, Systemwide HR Administration and Shared Services
Long Beach, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$0/yr - $280K/yr
15+ years expCalifornia State University, Office of the Chancellor is seeking an Associate Vice Chancellor, Systemwide HR Administration and Shared Services to provide strategic and executive leadership for HR operations across the CSU system. The role involves oversight of benefits, payroll, retirement, and other HR services while ensuring operational excellence and compliance across 22 universities.
Higher Education
No H1B
Responsibilities
Define and execute CSU’s Shared Services operational strategy, aligning it with institutional priorities and emerging workforce needs
Direct all systemwide benefits, retirement, payroll, and leaves programs ensuring adherence to regulations
Lead policy and systems integration for major state and CSU HR technology platforms (CHRS and CSPS)
Develop long-term strategies to grow shared services, improve system integration, and advance digital transformation efforts
Collaborate with CalPERS, CalHR, SCO, and other entities to resolve operational and policy issues
Champion process improvement, automation, and data-driven decision-making
Oversee audits, compliance reviews, and metrics to monitor operational performance
Supervise and mentor senior-level staff, promoting staff development and succession planning
Represent CSU Shared Services in systemwide committees, external forums, and agency collaborations
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in related field is required; or equivalent of education and experience
Minimum of 15 years of professional high-level experience in human resources to include at least 10 years of supervisory experience
Deep understanding of benefits, payroll, leaves, and retirement operations and other areas of Human Resources
Understanding of HRIS systems and data management (PeopleSoft, CHRS, or equivalent)
Exceptional strategic planning, project management, and analytical skills
Proven ability to build partnerships and lead change
Strong communication and presentation skills
Strong fiscal and contract management skills
Willingness and ability to travel
Preferred
Master's degree preferred
Experience working in higher education and/or governmental agency in a unionized environment highly desirable
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)
Company
California State University, Office of the Chancellor
The California State University is the largest system of four-year higher education in the country, with 23 campuses, 56,000 faculty and staff and 477,000 students.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
David Beaver
Chief Procurement Officer
Donald R. Mitchell
Leadership Coach (California Leadership Network/CA Academic Partnership Program)
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