Question 1

What are the required qualifications for this Director role?

Accepted Answer

Candidates need a Bachelor’s degree in Finance , Accounting , Business Administration , or related field, plus minimum 8 years of progressive financial management and information systems experience. Supervisory experience , managing multi-million-dollar budgets , financial systems oversight , strong analytical and communication skills , and knowledge of federal funding regulations are essential. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and financial systems required. Explore similar roles in higher ed admin jobs .

Question 2

What is the salary range and benefits package?

Accepted Answer

The hiring range is $145,200 - $187,000 per year , based on experience, education, and internal equity. Comprehensive benefits include health, dental, vision insurance, retirement savings, generous PTO (vacation, holidays, sick, parental leave), tuition reimbursement, and more. Non-benefit eligible access onsite counseling and sick time. Learn about administration jobs perks at Caltech via their benefits page .

Question 3

What are the main responsibilities in Facilities finance and systems?

Accepted Answer

Lead $33M+ operating budget management, $200M+ capital programs oversight, and utilities/housing finances. Drive business process improvements , information systems optimization with IT, vendor/contract compliance , and supervise finance staff. Ensure data integrity , federal compliance , and support emergency financial tracking. Foster collaborative culture. See executive higher ed jobs for leadership roles.

Question 4

What preferred qualifications enhance candidacy?

Accepted Answer

Master’s degree in Business Administration , Finance , or Public Administration preferred. Ideal experience includes university facilities , capital planning , construction finance , or plant fund accounting . Familiarity with higher education budget cycles and shared governance is a plus for this Caltech role.

Question 5

Is this position suitable for higher ed finance professionals?

Accepted Answer

Yes, this Organizational Critical role suits experienced finance leaders in higher education, emphasizing facilities operations , systems integration , and team leadership . Located in Pasadena, CA, it reports to Associate VP for Campus Facilities. Check admin jobs and university job types for similar opportunities.

Question 6

What is the application deadline and location details?

Accepted Answer

Applications close on May 1, 2026 . Position is on-campus in Pasadena, CA ; organizational critical staff must report promptly for response efforts. Full-time, benefits-eligible, exempt role at world-renowned Caltech . View higher ed jobs in California.

CalTech - California Institute of Technology

Pasadena, CA

"Director of Business, Finance & Information Systems"

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