The Hoover Institution at Stanford University is seeking qualified candidates for the full-time position of Assistant Director of Finance and Budget Officer. To ensure your application information is captured in our official files for immediate access to your resume, you must apply to http://stanfordcareers.stanford.edu and in the key word search box, indicate Requisition #105192
A cover letter and resume are required for full consideration.
WORK ARRANGEMENT: Hybrid (Remote will be considered for the right candidate)
About Stanford University’s Hoover Institution: The Hoover Institution on War, Revolution, and Peace is a public policy research center devoted to the advanced study of economics, politics, history, and political economy—both domestic and foreign—as well as international affairs.
Founded in 1919 by Herbert Hoover before he became the thirty-first president of the United States, the Institution began as a repository of historical material gathered at the end of World War I. The library and archives have grown to be among the largest private repositories of documents on twentieth-century political and economic history. Over time the Institution expanded its mission from collecting archival material to conducting advanced research on contemporary history and economics and applying this scholarship to current public policy challenges.
With its eminent scholars and world-renowned library and archives, the Hoover Institution seeks to improve the human condition by advancing ideas that promote economic opportunity and prosperity while securing and safeguarding peace for America and all humanity.
JOB PURPOSE:
The Hoover Institution is in a unique period of growth and development under the leadership of its director, Condoleezza Rice. To fully capitalize on new opportunities and ensure long-term financial success, Hoover requires actionable financial insights and sophisticated analysis. The Institution is seeking an Assistant Director of Finance and Budget Officer to lead and support this growth by providing expert financial partnership and guidance to Hoover’s senior staff and leadership.
Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), the Assistant Director of Finance and Budget Officer will oversee Hoover’s $130 million annual budget, leading all aspects of budgeting, financial planning, data analytics, grant and contract administration, and financial compliance. This role is responsible for ensuring data-driven insights are consistently used to drive financial decisions, making data analytics a core part of Hoover’s budgeting and financial management processes.
The ideal candidate is a proactive leader with strong management experience, skilled in talent development and mentorship, who can build a high-performing team of financial analysts and associates to increase capability and effectiveness of the team. This team will handle budgeting, expense, and funds management for a portfolio of strategic research programs and functional units, ensuring that each unit is equipped with accurate, actionable financial data.
The Assistant Director of Finance and Budget Officer will foster collaborative relationship by emphasizing excellent customer service to internal stakeholders, including Functional Leaders, Program Directors, Program Managers and Fellows to ensure that budget management aligns with Hoover’s strategic priorities. They will act as a liaison between Hoover and central offices, such as Financial Management Services, Office of Research Administration, and the University Budget Office.
As a key thought partner to the CFO, the Assistant Director of Finance and Budget Officer will lead the development of Hoover’s operating and capital budgets, providing vital financial reporting and analysis to the University, Hoover’s leadership, and the Board of Overseers. This role requires excellent interpersonal skills, strong problem-solving abilities, and the capability to synthesize complex data into actionable insights to support decision-making.
This is a hybrid role based at Stanford University, providing a unique opportunity to contribute to the financial health and strategic success of a world-class research institution.
Provide strategic direction for the administrative and operations-related functions for a large department, multiple departments or programs within a school. Achieve research and teaching mission and goals through the management of staff and/or managerial staff. Partner with and/or influence faculty leadership on departmental affairs.
CORE DUTIES*:
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Education & Experience:
Bachelor’s degree and seven years of relevant experience in administrative and financial management, or combination of education and relevant experience. Five years of progressively responsible managerial experience with demonstrated financial acumen.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Preferred/Desired Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Certifications and Licenses:
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS*:
* - Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
This role is open to candidates anywhere in the United States. Stanford University has five Regional Pay Structures. The compensation for this position will be based on the location of the successful candidate.
The expected pay range for this position is $134,534 - $228,383 per annum for remote positions.
The expected pay range for this position is $198,098-$251,874 per annum for hybrid positions.
Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location, and external market pay for comparable jobs.
At Stanford University, base pay represents only one aspect of the comprehensive rewards package. The Cardinal at Work website (https://cardinalatwork.stanford.edu/benefits-rewards) provides detailed information on Stanford’s extensive range of benefits and rewards offered to employees. Specifics about the rewards package for this position may be discussed during the hiring process.
WORK STANDARDS:
The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.
Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact Stanford University Human Resources by submitting a contact form.
Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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