Executive Director, University Housing (Administrator III)

Working Title: Executive Director, University Housing

Department Name: University Housing

Division: Student Affairs

Classification Title: Administrator III

MPP employees serve at the pleasure of the campus President. MPPs do not serve a probationary period and never receive permanent status.

Position Salary Range: $10,324 - $15,486 per month

The anticipated salary for this position is $10,324 - $12,500 per month.

Salary is commensurate with experience.

Review of applications will begin on Monday, November 9, 2026, and the position will remain open until filled. Applicants who apply by the first review date will be given first consideration.

About the Department/Position

We provide a safe and inclusive on-campus living experience designed to promote independent living, maximize students’ educational experience, and facilitate personal growth.

Under the administrative direction of Vice President for Student Affairs, the Executive Director for University Housing serves as the University's Senior Housing Officer and provides executive leadership, strategic direction, and administrative oversight for a comprehensive student housing enterprise supporting more than 1,450 residential beds. The Executive Director is responsible for the overall management, financial sustainability, strategic planning, policy development, and organizational effectiveness of university housing operations.

The Executive Director provides leadership through subordinate directors responsible for residential education, student engagement, housing operations, facilities, assignments, and business services. The position establishes long-range strategic priorities, directs financial and capital planning, oversees enterprise-wide performance outcomes, and ensures alignment with university goals related to student success, enrollment growth, retention, and campus residential development.

As a member of the Student Affairs leadership team, the Executive Director serves as the University's senior housing authority, advising campus leadership on housing strategy, financial sustainability, operational effectiveness, and future residential growth opportunities.

This position has on-call responsibilities to oversee safety and emergency needs of the housing community as needed.

Overview of Duties and Responsibilities

• Serve as the University's Senior Housing Officer and provide vision, leadership, and long-range strategic planning for University Housing and Residential Life.
• Establish and align departmental priorities with the institution's mission, enrollment goals, student success outcomes, and strategic initiatives supporting the University's transition to a residentially focused campus.
• Serve as the primary housing representative in institutional planning, decision-making, and leadership discussions impacting student housing and residential life.
• Direct the development and implementation of long-term strategic plans, housing initiatives, and organizational priorities that support the growth and sustainability of the housing enterprise.
• Provide executive oversight of housing and auxiliary budgets, including revenue and expense management, resource allocation, and financial sustainability strategies.
• Lead long-term financial planning, including housing rate development, multi-year financial forecasting, pro forma development, and reserve planning.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution with a major in higher education administration, student affairs, business administration, public administration, educational leadership, finance, or a closely related field.
• Eight (8) years of progressively responsible professional experience in university housing, residence life, student affairs, auxiliary services, or a closely related field, including leadership responsibility for complex programs, operations, or organizations. A minimum of four (4) years of managerial experience required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of principles, practices, and trends related to university housing, residential education, student development, and auxiliary operations.
• Knowledge of budget administration, financial planning, resource management, and organizational effectiveness.
• Knowledge of applicable federal, state, CSU, and university policies, regulations, and standards affecting housing operations and residential communities.
• Ability to provide strategic leadership and organizational direction for a complex housing enterprise.
• Ability to develop and implement long-range plans, establish organizational priorities, and evaluate operational outcomes.
• Ability to lead and develop high-performing teams through subordinate managers and professional staff.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in higher education administration, student affairs, business administration, public administration, educational leadership, or a closely related field.
• Experience serving in a senior housing leadership role with responsibility for multiple functional areas.
• Experience overseeing residential education, housing operations, facilities, business services, occupancy management, or related housing functions.
• Experience with housing finance, long-range financial planning, capital planning, facilities management, or housing master planning.
• Demonstrated success leading organizational growth, strategic initiatives, or change management efforts within a complex organization.

To view the full position description, click “Position Description” above.

General Information

• Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check) is required for employment. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or the continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Fair Chance Hiring Ordinance and State Law.
• In accordance with the California State University (CSU) Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California and prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside of California.
• The CSU system offers a competitive total compensation benefits package for employees and qualifying dependents, including medical, dental, vision, retirement, and tuition assistance. It is our goal to compensate employees equitably and fairly. You can access a full description of our benefits here.
• California State University Dominguez Hills is not currently sponsoring staff or management positions for H-1B employment visas.
• 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.
• This position is a "designated position" in the California State University's Conflict of Interest Code. The successful candidate accepting this position is required to file Conflict of Interest forms subject to the regulations of the Fair Political Practices Commission.

Closing Statement

California State University, Dominguez Hills, is strongly committed to achieving excellence through a diverse workforce. Individuals with disabilities requesting accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) may call the Human Resources Office at (310) 243-3771.

California State University Dominguez Hills is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, or protected veteran status.

Employees at California State University, Dominguez Hills shall abide by the Nondiscrimination Statement.

Education Code 89521 Requirements: Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended.

Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant’s current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.

Learn more about working at the California State University and the impact of our mission.