FAS Administration

The FAS Administration Subdivision is comprised of six departments:

Office of the Vice President, Finance and Administrative Services: Oversees strategic planning and management of division resources and provides a wide range of services, including maintaining University policies, procedures and guidelines, coordinating systemwide audits, overseeing Clery compliance, processing public records act requests, division communications and implementing division-wide organizational excellence initiatives like Business Process Improvement and recognition activities.

Office of Internal Audit (OIA): Conducts independent internal audits, coordinates external audits, and serves as campus contact for reporting suspected fiscal improprieties. Also offers support for managing university administrative policies.

Safety, Health & Sustainability: Collaborates with the campus community to provide consultation and training on occupational health and safety standards, the management of hazardous materials and sustainability practices.

Procurement and Contracts: Focuses on efficient, streamlined purchasing services through strategic sourcing and contracting.

Accounts Payable:  Responsible for the processing and distribution of reimbursements/payments for Direct Pays, and payments against invoices and Purchase Orders.

Travel: Works diligently to ensure that faculty and staff follow the current California State University (CSU) Travel Policy as well as its Travel Procedures and Regulations.

Integrated Risk Management: Supports and partners with the campus community to balance responsible stewardship of the resources of California State University San Marcos with achievement of the University's mission, vision & values, and operational practicality.