ADMINISTRATIVE COORDINATOR 2

State of Louisiana; Gonzales (LA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

The LSU AgCenter in Gonzales, LA seeks an Administrative Coordinator 3 with strong customer service and organizational skills to support the St. Tammany Parish Extension Office. Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday, with some nights and weekends as needed.

Minimum one year of administrative services experience is required. Experience substitution is allowed: every 15 semester hours substitute for six months of experience.

Qualifications

• One year of experience in administrative services.
• Experience substitution: 15 semester hours = 6 months experience.

Responsibilities

• Organizational and Event Planning Management – assist with 4-H records and events.
• Assist in recruiting and training volunteers.
• Assist in marketing program opportunities through newsletters, reports and social media.

Skills

Customer service

Organizational skills

Job description

The LSU AgCenter focuses on research, extension and teaching to make advancements that will benefit generations. The LSU AgCenter is one of nine campuses of the LSU System. With offices in every parish and research stations across the state, the LSU AgCenter is committed to serving the citizens of Louisiana. That pledge includes our dedication to agriculture and the vital work of providing innovation and support for the food and fiber sector while improving agriculture’s valuable contributions to the state’s economy. Our educational efforts span nutrition and health, food safety, backyard gardening, disaster preparedness, storm recovery, youth development, managing insects and natural threats, economic development, resource conservation and so much more. The LSU AgCenter provides individuals, families, businesses, schools, industries and local governments with valuable information aimed at improving economic conditions, general wellness and quality of life. Our faculty members across the state are actively engaged in research that creates solutions for the many aspects of agriculture while serving all residents of Louisiana. For more information about the LSU AgCenter, please visit LSU AgCenter.

The St. Tammany Parish Extension Office is looking for an Administrative Coordinator 3 with excellent customer service and organizational skills. For more information please visit Ascension Parish.

One year of experience in administrative services.

EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION:

Every 15 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will substitute for six months of the required experience.

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Job Duties:

• Organizational and Event Planning Management – Assist agents and administrative coordinator with maintaining 4-H records and processing entries for 4-H events.
• Assist agents in identifying, recruiting, training, and qualifying adult volunteers.
• Assist in marketing program opportunities to the community. Assist in the collection, organization, development, and distribution of parish 4-H program opportunities through newsletters, reports, and social media. Assist in delivering educational programs such as 4-H club meetings.

Position-Specific Details:

• Appointment Type: This position does not participate in a Career Progression Group.
• Work Schedule: Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday. Some nights and weekends may be needed.
• Compensation: Wage Scale: Minimum - $12.03/hour; 1st Quartile - $14.18/hour; Midpoint - $16.32/hour, 2nd Quartile - $18.47/hour; Maximum - $20.61/hour. Hourly rate may be commensurate with candidate experience in alignment with Chapter 6 rules.
• Location: Ascension Parish Extension Office, Gonzales La.
• This position is not eligible for remote employment.

The LSU Agricultural Center is a statewide campus of the LSU System and provides equal opportunities in programs and employment. An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.

Contact Information:

For further information about this vacancy contact: Rebecca Smelley at [e-mail].