Coordinator of Academic Area 3 (Computer Science)

35% - Graduate Program & Student Support: Independently coordinate day-to-day academic and administrative operations of the Graduate Program and serve as a primary point of contact for graduate students, faculty, the Division Chair, Graduate Advisor, and staff. Respond to applications and inquiries; maintain the admissions database and prospective/current student files; administer academic requirements; review course loads and academic plans; counsel students on milestones, forms, and deadlines; prepare/process graduate faculty membership; coordinate dissertation proposals/defenses; and assist the Graduate Advisor.

20% Graduate Personnel, Payroll & Funding: Independently prepare/process personnel forms, offer letters, teaching assignments, and evaluations for research, teaching, and service assistants; process/email funding offers; analyze Scholarship Selection Committee applicants and support scholarships/fellowships; load graduate assistantships and student appointments in LSU systems; manage student payroll/accounting; notify recipients

20% Course, Travel & Event Coordination: Manage course scheduling, course support, and TA assignments; prepare/process graduate student travel forms and provide travel-related support; and plan, communicate, and coordinate graduate student functions and events, including orientations, research seminars, industry visits, and other academic/professional engagement activities that enhance the graduate and undergraduate programs.

15% - Enrollment, Records & Communications: Manage student enrollment and course selection; collect and organize statistical data for assessment and accreditation; create/edit graduate program forms, web content, student materials, announcements, and other communications; and coordinate timely outreach on requirements, deadlines, opportunities, and events

10% While this position is not routinely responsible for loading Graduate Assistant appointments, the incumbent will be cross-trained in Graduate Assistant appointment processes and maintain appropriate Student Employment Partner (SEP) Workday access. The position may be called upon to assist with loading Graduate Assistant appointments during extenuating circumstances or other periods when additional processing support is needed. Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications: 

Bachelor's degree and 2 years of related experience or Master's degree and 1 year of related experience

LSU values skills, experience, and expertise. Candidates who have relevant experience in key job responsibilities are encouraged to apply- a degree is not required as long as the candidate meets the required years of experience specified in the job description.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with academic systems and student engagement preferred.

Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.

All candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain that valid work authorization throughout employment. Changes in laws, regulations, or government policies may impact the university’s ability to employ individuals in certain positions.