Business Office Coordinator

at  Louisiana State University

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Job Posting Title:
Business Office Coordinator
Position Type:
Professional / Unclassified
Department:
LSUAG PL2 - SRNR - Renewable Natural Resources (Terrence R Tiersch (00011984))
Work Location:
Aquatic Germplasm & Genetic Resources Ctr
Pay Grade:
Professional
Job Description:
Work Location: 2288 Gourrier Ave, Baton Rouge , LA
Position Description: The LSU AgCenter Aquatic Germplasm and Genetic Resources Center (AGGRC) is a nationally and internationally recognized resource center dedicated to the preservation of genetic resources of aquatic organisms. The AGGRC is positioned to become a LA Board of Regents Center of Research Excellence and a National Institutes of Health P40 Resource Center. The AGGRC is in need of an Business Office Coordinator to perform multiple core administrative functions in support of these state and nationally recognized Center designations. Responsible for the business administration of the AGGRC, including account management, purchasing and sponsored programs.
40% Perform accounting on all AGGRC accounts (e.g. grants, indirect recovery funds, state funds, and contracts). Will require knowledge of Workday and other software for the purpose of monitoring and budgeting of accounts. Cost center manager that approves and audits all university transactions processed through Workday related to the AGGRC cost center. This will require knowledge of applicable rules and regulations, advising faculty, and daily interaction with AGGRC and AgCenter administrative staff for contract, property, sponsored programs, and financial management.
25% Perform HR duties for hiring undergraduate student workers, graduate students, research associates, postdocs, and research professors. Coordinates onboarding of new personnel and separation of departing personnel. Will require knowledge of Workday, HR rules and regulations, necessary forms, and LSU policies and procedures applicable to the AgCenter.
25% Maintain lists of current personnel, work schedules, and contact information. Maintain calendar of AGGRC activities (e.g. personnel out of office and due dates for grant-related paperwork). Review and approve time sheets for hourly personnel. Maintain facility safety plans (SCOOP). Maintain lists of publications (including online databases such as PubMed and NIHMS), presentations, and visitors to the AGGRC (tours). Oversee purchasing and interact with AgCenter personnel for processing of larger purchases (requistions, POs, bid requests, etc.). Maintain list of tagged property for annual inventory.
10% Assist with travel preparation for AGGRC personnel and visiting collaborators. Assist with periodic workshop planning. Assist with proposal preparation including budget development, maintaining current biosketches of AGGRC researchers, and facilities and resources documents. Coordinate with corresponding office personnel at close collaborator institutions.
Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or similar field plus a minimum of 2 years experience as an business manager/coordinator. Requires a self-starter with a high level of adaptability to respond to and manage new functions as they emerge
Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or similar field plus a minimum of 5 years experience as an office coordinator. Experience with Workday is strongly preferred
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 the selection process.
Application Deadline: February 14, 2025 or until a suitable candidate is identified.
Application Procedure: Apply online at
https://lsu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/LSU
(or through Workday for internal applicants) by attaching files containing a letter of application, curriculum vita, official university transcripts, and three letters of reference. Paper, faxed, or e-mailed application materials will not be accepted, except that in lieu of attaching the reference letters only, they can be sent directly to:
Dr. Terrence R. Tiersch
Professor and Director
Aquatic Germplasm and Genetic Resources Center
School of Renewable Natural Resources
Louisiana State University Agricultural Center
2288 Gourrier Avenue
Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70820
225-235-7267 phone
Email:
ttiersch@agcenter.lsu.edu
Website:
www.lsuagcenter.com
The LSU Agricultural Center is a statewide campus of the LSU System and provides equal opportunities in programs and employment. An Equal Opportunity Employer.
Additional Job Description:
Competencies:
None
Special Instructions:
Business Office Coordinator
Posting Date:
January 30, 2025
Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):
Additional Position Information:
Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.
Benefits - 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 childcare and medical expenses), university holidays (14 per year), 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.
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.
Essential Position (Y/N):
About the LSU Agricultural Center:
The
LSU AgCenter
, is one of eight campuses within the broader LSU enterprise (LSU System). 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 “on campus” academic departments and five regions which are made up of 15 branch research stations and an extension office in each parish. For more information, visit the AgCenter’s website at
www.lsuagcenter.com
.
The LSU Agricultural Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and SAME Agency:
The LSU Agricultural Center is a statewide campus of the LSU System and provides equal opportunities in programs and employment. The AgCenter is committed to fostering an environment of inclusion, respect, and appreciation of differences in individuals. The AgCenter is also designated as a
State As a Model Employer (SAME)
agency and provides assistance to persons needing accommodations or with the accessibility of materials.
HCM Contact Information:
Questions or concerns can be directed to the LSU AgCenter Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-2258 or emailed
HRMHelp@agcenter.lsu.edu

Please refer the Job description for details