Academic Coordinator III

Louisiana State University

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About The Position

The LSU Law Center is seeking a Coordinator to coordinate all administrative work for the John P. Laborde Energy Law Center, and to provide administrative support for faculty in the Energy Law Center, as well as other law faculty members not associated with the Energy Law Center as deemed necessary. This position requires discretion, independent initiative, professionalism, accuracy, a thorough knowledge of large-office management, executive secretarial skills, and advanced administrative, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and 2 years minimum 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.

Nice To Haves

• Expertise in office information technology, including proficiency in MS Office programs.

Responsibilities

• Manages through direct discharge the support activities for the Energy Law Center and its faculty, including, but not limited to, coordination of meetings, conferences, travel, official functions, financial data and statistical reporting, and other administrative functions as necessary. Must be proficient in building institutional memory and tracking Energy Center endeavors over time, with a view toward improving administrative efficiency. (25%)
• In coordination with other Law Center departments, responsible for scheduling or assisting in organizing events, receptions, meetings and other activities related to the Energy Law Center. Performs related work as required. (15%)
• Assists with preparation of scholarly manuscripts and professional publications, correspondence, teaching materials, law course exams, and other documents. Maintains calendars and schedules, arranges appointments, maintains appropriate liaison contact with law professionals, government officials, distinguished visitors, students, staff, and the public. (20%)
• Makes travel arrangements, completes travel authorizations and expense reports, leave forms, and maintains office files and records. Prepares and updates documents to be posted on the website. Answers telephone and screens calls for faculty; relays messages. (15%)
• In conjunction with the Coordinator for the Louisiana Law Review, a Board of Editors, and a faculty advisor, will provide administrative support for the Journal of Energy Law and Resources, a student-edited academic journal, which publishes full articles online and in print twice a year and short articles on a regular basis on a blog. Work may include maintaining subscription ledgers, formatting online and print articles, corresponding with authors and subscription holders, and other administrative duties as deemed necessary. (20%)
• Additional duties as assigned. (5%)

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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees