Coordinator of Academic Area 3 (Computer Science)

Louisiana State University; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Louisiana State University seeks a Coordinator of Academic Area 3 in Computer Science within the LSUAM Engineering - CS - CSE Operations. You will oversee graduate program operations and serve as a primary contact for students, faculty, and staff.

Responsibilities include admissions processing, course scheduling, TA assignments, student travel, enrollment management, and program communications. This role requires a bachelor’s degree plus related experience; preferred familiarity with academic

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 2 years of related experience; or Master's degree and 1 year of related experience.
• Experience with academic systems and student engagement is preferred.
• Candidates with relevant experience in graduate program coordination are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate day-to-day graduate program operations; be primary contact for graduate students, faculty, the Division Chair, Graduate Advisor, and staff.
• Prepare and process admissions and manage candidate files and academic requirements.
• Review course loads and academic plans; counsel students on milestones, forms, and deadlines.
• Coordinate dissertation proposals/defenses and assist the Graduate Advisor.
• Manage graduate student travel forms and provide travel-related support; plan events and orientations.
• Support enrollment, course selection, and data collection for assessment and accreditation.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

Job Posting Title: Coordinator of Academic Area 3 (Computer Science) Position Type: Professional / Unclassified Department: LSUAM Engineering - CS - CSE Operations (Caitlynn Sarah Whiddon Coco (00064051)) Work Location: 3325 Patrick F. Taylor Hall Pay Grade: Professional

Job Description

• 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.

Special Instructions

This position independently coordinates the day-to-day academic and administrative operations of the Graduate Program in the Division of Computer Science and Engineering. The coordinator serves as a primary point of contact and interacts daily with graduate students, faculty, the Division Chair, the Graduate Advisor, and staff. Responsibilities include admissions and student support; enrollment, course-load review, and academic planning; student payroll, personnel, appointments, scholarships and fellowships; course and TA support; graduate student travel forms and support; program communications and materials; and coordination of dissertation proposals/defenses, research seminars, industry visits, and other graduate student events. The position also assists the Graduate Advisor and supports the program as needed.

Original transcripts required prior to hire (if applicable).

Additional Position Information

• 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.
• Essential Position (Y/N): LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
• 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.

Posting Date

October 12, 2026

Closing Date

February 9, 2027

Contact Information

HCM Contact Information: For questions or concerns related to updating your application with attachments (e.g., resumes, RS:17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or email [e-mail]. For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact the department using the information provided in the Special Instructions section of this job posting.

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