Manager/ University College

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Job Posting Title:

Manager/ University College

   

Position Type:

Professional / Unclassified

   

Department:

LSUAM Pres - EM - RSS - UC - Center for Freshman Year (Jennifer Picard (00067353))

   

Work Location:

0150 O.K. Allen Hall

   

Pay Grade:

Professional

   

Job Description:

Provides academic guidance to both current and prospective students as a means to ensure their

success at LSU and to help define their academic goals.  Provide day-to-day supervision for a team of advisors. Reports to the Director of University College.

Job Responsibilities

70% Provides educational guidance and assistance for students by planning schedules, recommending courses and determining appropriate education solutions for students. Follows through and tracks the advancement of students as they strive to accomplish their academic goals. Additionally, provides case management to students who do not meet their educational requirements and offers guidance toward other academic programs.  Utilizes various electronic and print-based materials, as well as multiple university databases to interpret LSU degree programs. Serves as the conduit for students in interpreting and enforcing university policies and procedures that students encounter in University College and other LSU entities. Manages a counselor: student ratio of approximately 1:250 serving prospective students, new students, re-entry students, transfer students, and other students who are enrolled in University College.  Records advising notes in a variety of formats for reference and for referrals to appropriate campus departments and agencies. Guides students through a variety of academic appeals processes and presents these appeals to the administration on behalf of the students.

20%  Provides day-to-day supervision and conducts one-on-one meetings with a defined group of advisors. Assists Director in onboarding and training new staff. Provides guidance and assistance to academic counselors for professional success within the unit and provides guidance in the areas of professional standards, University policy and procedures, and available resources.  Collaborates with team of advisors to coordinate, execute, and assess UC programs as needed.   

10%  Conducts a variety of academic workshops and public presentations for current and prospective students and parents including, but not limited to, Bengal Bound Orientation. Provides advising support through the Student Success One Stop as assigned. May include occasional nights and weekends. Performs other duties as assigned by leadership.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree and three years 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:

Master’s Degree in Counseling, Social Work, or related human relations field

Years of Experience: 5 years

Our ideal candidate possesses the following qualities: Demonstrated ability to coordinate and direct academic programs; demonstrated human relations and communications skills.

As with all LSU employees, due to this position title and/or responsibilities, this position has an obligation to assist students in the acquisition of necessary services. Should a student appear in need of or seek assistance with issues of an emotional, behavioral, or mental health related matter they should be referred to the proper service within the Student Health Center. In situations where the student creates an impression that they are a danger to themselves or others, the advisor should immediately contact the Care Team, the Dean of Students or the appropriate law enforcement agency. The employee outside of those rights contained within FERPA should create no impression of client or patient confidentiality.

   

Additional Job Description:

Special Instructions:

The location of this position is LSU-BR and is not eligible for remote work.
To be considered, qualified candidates will submit a complete application which includes a cover letter explaining their specific interest in the position and how their skills and experiences prepare them for success in this role, a resume, and three professional references.
Please provide resume and transcripts, if applicable. For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact Jennifer Picard at [email protected].

   

Posting Date:

June 9, 2025

   

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

September 9, 2025

  

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.

   

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