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The LSU Agricultural Center is a statewide organization with offices in every parish of Louisiana.  We are currently seeking extraordinary candidates for the position outlined below.  This position will be domiciled in the Office of Facilities Planning, Baton Rouge, LA 70803.                

About the LSU Agricultural Center:  The LSU AgCenter is one of 9 campuses within the LSU enterprise. The LSU AgCenter includes the Louisiana Agricultural Experiment Station, which conducts agricultural-based research, and the Louisiana Cooperative Extension Service, which extends the knowledge derived from research to the people of the state. The AgCenter is headquartered in Baton Rouge and has 12 academic departments and five regions which are made up of 15 branch research stations and an extension office in each parish.  More information can be found at www.lsuagcenter.com.   

Position Description:The Coordinator position’s primary purpose is administrative and clerical support of Business Office functions.  This position reports to the Assistant Director.  Specific duties are as follows:

• Management of Business Office administrative functions related to the proper operation, coordination, and/or management of at the following administrative functions: Mail Operations, Printing, Telecommunications, Vehicle Management, Inventory Control, Purchasing, Records Management, Fiscal Management (payables, receivables, etc.), and Information Technology.
  
• Processing of construction and professional services contracts - Processes routine construction/professional services contract paperwork and/or enters data into the departmental construction management system or other logs while providing technical assistance to those who need help within the department and while servicing a customer.

• Filing/Archiving - Performs administrative support activities such as maintaining files and central records, printing, and duplicating services. Processes routine paperwork and/or enters data into a department construction management database or other logs while providing technical assistance to those who need help within the department and while servicing a customer.

• Performs other duties as assigned including compiling information from various sources to assist in the preparation of reports and other exhibits.

Minimum Qualification Requirements:  Bachelor’s Degree and two (2) years related experience. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook. Must have excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills. Ability to work well in a team and on your own with supervision and ability to respond well to criticism and maintain a positive attitude.

Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Project/Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture. Experience in facility administration and construction procurement.

LSU and the AgCenter are dedicated to fostering an environment where our employees feel appreciated for their skills and individual qualifications.  If a candidate does not meet the minimum qualifications listed but has other qualifications or substantial experience related to the key responsibilities, we encourage them to apply (per La. RS 42:36).

Salary and Benefits: Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.  The LSU AgCenter has an attractive benefits package with a wide variety of benefit options.  Benefits offered include retirement, multiple medical insurance options, supplemental insurances (dental, life, long-term disability, accident, vision, long-term care, etc.), Tax Saver Flexible Benefits Plan (saves tax dollars on some child care and medical expenses), university holidays (14 per year, typically includes a week off at Christmas), generous annual (vacation) and sick leave benefits, Employee Assistance Program, and possible educational leave and tuition exemption for coursework at campuses of the LSU System.  Specific benefits depend on job category, percent effort and length of employment. 

Date Available: Upon completion of interview process

Application Deadline: October 28, 2026 or until a suitable candidate is found.

Application Procedure: Qualified candidates must apply online using the https://lsu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/LSU (or through Workday for internal applicants) by attaching file(s) containing a curriculum vita, a letter of application, official university transcripts, and two letters of reference. Questions about the online application system should be directed to the HRM Office at 225/578-0324 or [email protected].  (Paper, faxed, or emailed application materials will not be accepted.)  In lieu of attaching the letters of reference, they may be sent directly to:

Amy Loe

Facilities Planning

206 Efferson Hall

Baton Rouge, LA  70803

Email: [email protected]

Phone: 225-578-4336

Website: www.lsuagcenter.com

The LSU Agricultural Center is a statewide campus of the LSU System and provides equal opportunities in programs and employment.

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