Units

The Administration and Finance division is the foundation of the university’s operations, providing the structure, resources and expertise that allow our campus to function effectively. 

Our teams manage essential services ranging from financial planning and business operations to campus infrastructure and administrative support, all with the goal of creating a reliable and supportive environment for learning and discovery. The scope of our work is reflected in these numbers, which illustrate the size, reach and impact of AF across campus.

  • 502 Staff within AF
  • 60+ Position Classifications
  • 4.4 Million Gross Square Feet

By connecting people with the tools and services they need, Administration and Finance ensures that students, faculty and staff can focus on achieving academic and professional success. This page serves as a central hub, guiding you to the departments and resources that keep San Francisco State University moving forward.

Our Departments

Explore all the departments within Administration and Finance to find the services and resources that support our campus community.

Audit Services

Audit Services provides internal audit and consulting to SFSU and auxiliaries, reviewing operational financial and compliance controls, investigating irregularities and coordinating with outside auditors.

Budget Administration and Operations

Budget Administration and Operations supports the University by providing planning budgeting management and accountability information, assisting units with budgets assessing issues monitoring allocations and ensuring compliance with regulations.

Capital Planning, Design and Construction

Capital Planning, Design and Construction manages programming, planning, architecture, engineering and construction of new and remodeled buildings and landscapes that support the campus community. 

Downtown Campus

The SFSU Downtown Campus at 160 Spear Street offers waterfront access near Embarcadero BART/Muni with entrances on Spear Street and Main Street.

Facilities Services

Facilities Services maintains campus buildings and grounds with a focus on safety, comfort and efficiency, ensuring smooth operations, advancing sustainability initiatives and responding promptly to campus needs.

Financial Services

Financial Services at SFSU ensures the integrity of university funds while providing accounting, student financials, tax services, reporting, procurement, accounts payable and support to the campus community.

Housing, Dining and Conference Services

Housing, Dining and Conference Services at SFSU provides on-campus housing, dining and event spaces, offering hospitality through residence halls, apartments, conference centers, and support in licensing, fiscal services and event planning.

Human Resources

Human Resources at SFSU supports faculty and staff with benefits, payroll, talent management, employee development and more while promoting respect, inclusion and trust to create a positive workplace.

Information Technology Services

Information Technology Services at SFSU delivers reliable systems, networks and support while advancing teaching, learning and social justice through services in security, cloud, business systems, web, mobile and more.

Office of Sustainability

The Office of Sustainability at SFSU advances sustainability, resilience and equity through academics, operations and student engagement, guided by the Climate Action Plan and collaboration across campus to support climate justice.

Quality Assurance

Quality Assurance at SFSU drives process improvements that enhance reputation, employee experience and efficiency through data-driven analysis, strategic recommendations and collaborative initiatives across campus for lasting change and sustainable savings.

Real Estate Development

Real Estate Development at SFSU advances campus growth by managing capital projects, partnerships and financing to deliver facilities that align with the university’s planning, environmental and financial goals.

Risk and Safety Services

Risk and Safety Services at SFSU delivers safety training, risk management and emergency services, fostering collaboration and informed decision-making to support university goals while promoting a risk-aware, principled campus culture.

University Corporation

The University Corporation at San Francisco State (UCorp) is a nonprofit dedicated to advancing SFSU’s mission by providing resources that enhance the student, faculty and staff experience.