Operations Coordinator

Responsibilities

• Manage the administrative office to ensure efficiency for students, faculty, and staff
• Serve as the Cost Center Manager, balancing a $2.9 million departmental budget
• Oversee procurement, process invoices, and reconcile monthly ledgers for state and grant accounts
• Act as the primary liaison between the Department and HR, the LSU Foundation, Bursar, and Graduate School
• Maintain personnel records, process assistantship appointments, and manage leave tracking
• Supervise the Administrative Coordinator 3 and provide training to new faculty and staff
• Ensure program compliance with Federal and State regulations and accreditation standards

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree (relevant professional experience may be considered in lieu of a degree)
• Experience in budget management and financial reconciliation
• Proven background in administrative office management
• Experience with personnel record maintenance and HR processes
• Ability to pass a financial history and credit check

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior work experience at LSU
• Familiarity with LSU Campus Policies and Procedures
• Previous experience in staff supervision
• Strong knowledge of academic accounting and budgeting processes

Benefits

• Health, life, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement options and flexible spending accounts
• Paid holidays and various leave options
• Tuition exemption for qualified positions
• Training and development opportunities

About the Company

Louisiana State University is the state's flagship land-grant institution, dedicated to excellence in research, teaching, and service. LSU comprises multiple institutions and programs across Louisiana, working to solve economic, environmental, and social challenges through innovation and academic rigor.