Fiscal Year 2021-22
Division of Student Affairs
Introduction
Managers in Student Affairs have the shared responsibility of delivering programs and services that contribute to students' academic achievement, personal development, wellbeing, and success. Integral to this shared mission is our collective service as stewards of approximately $100M in annual revenue and expenditures, including State (taxpayer) funds, student fees, donations and grants, and other funds.
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The purpose of this document is to provide transparent and consistent guidance to Student Affairs directors and managers regarding expenses.
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This guidance serves as an internal policy and applies to all units in Student Affairs.
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While Student Affairs departments differ significantly in size, purpose, and scope, we share commonalities including our context, goals, and strategies.
Shared Context
- Budget shortfalls due to the COVID-19 pandemic
- Temporary State budget reduction to UC (FY-21)
- Structural budget deficit and unfunded commitments across the Division
Shared Goals
- Pursue an excellent student experience
- To the greatest extent possible, preserve our current workforce and support employees’ engagement and effectiveness
Shared Strategies
- New Ways of Doing Our Work
- Staff Attrition
- Decreased Spending
- Realize New, Long-Term Funding
- Strategic Planning Framework
While these guidelines are intended to promote consistency and decrease spending, no one-size-fits-all approach could accommodate the diverse operations of Student Affairs units. Managers, Department Heads, and Control Points should work together closely to implement these guidelines, requesting exceptions where appropriate.
Some elements of this guidance are in response to conditions and constraints brought by the COVID-19 pandemic. Future versions of this document will address environmental changes as they arise.
Notes
None of this guidance is intended to contradict or override the terms of Personnel Policies for Staff Members (PPSM), collective bargaining unit agreements, or any other University- or Campus-wide policies.
HR
For all HR actions, please consult with Rachel Arriaga or Miles Ashlock prior to consulting with HR so that we can discuss divisional strategy, internal salary structure, and equity issues. (Departments are always welcome to consult with HR directly afterward.)