Administrative Coordinator 4

Job Title: Administrative Coordinator 4 Position Type: Classified Work Location: Jefferson Parish Extension Office, Jefferson, LA Pay Grade: Classified Administrative Job Description: 168070 ADMINISTRATIVE COORDINATOR 4 AS611 $32,781 - $56,181 Creation Date: 01/17/2005 Change Date: 04/22/2025 FUNCTION OF WORK: To perform complex, often specialized, paraprofessional duties that require independent judgment to accomplish in support of the staff members and/or operations of an organizational unit or program. Work requires individual discretion in the application of policies and procedures. Duties increase in scope and complexity, and consist mainly of departmental-program duties. LEVEL OF WORK: Advanced SUPERVISION RECEIVED: General from higher-level clerical and/or supervisory personnel. SUPERVISION EXERCISED: May supervise 1-2 lower-level personnel. JOB DISTINCTIONS: Differs from Administrative Coordinator 3 by the presence of paraprofessional duties that involve a higher degree of specialization, complexity, and/or independent judgment. Differs from Administrative Program Specialist--A by the absence of professional-level duties that involve a variety of administrative functions or management of a departmental or statewide program. CORE COMPETENCIES Accepting Direction Demonstrating Accountability Following Policies and Procedures Managing Resources Thinking Critically EXAMPLES OF WORK Performs responsible departmental-program duties in accordance with rules, regulations, and policies. May involve communication with other departments, customers, etc. Serves as liaison and/or contact person for the department or office between and amongst other departments, customers, vendors, and agencies. Receives applications or other forms and reviews for compliance with department policies; works to resolve discrepancies; may make initial determinations regarding client’s eligibility for department services. Prepares requisitions for the purchase of supplies; may involve entering information into an automated system. Compiles information from various sources and prepares specialized reports; formats reports according to department standards. Serves as assistant to a manager, which could include keeping appointment schedule, preparing travel, issuing directives to others on their behalf, and relieving the manager of administrative matters. May begin performing duties related to traditional administrative functions, such a property control, purchasing, and safety, in addition to other clerical duties as noted above. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Three years of experience in administrative services. EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION Every 15 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as six months of experience. COMPETENCIES Communicating Effectively: The ability to relay information correctly and appropriately to connect people and ideas. Displaying Expertise: The ability to exhibit specialized skills or knowledge gained from experience or training. Managing Resources: The ability to ensure resources such as time, money, and people are utilized appropriately to result in maximum business value. Using Data: The ability to use relevant and valid data to inform a recommendation for action. COMPETENCIES (Additional) Accepting Direction - The ability to accept and follow directions from those higher in the chain of command. Communicating Effectively - The ability to convey information, ideas, and emotions using structured communication methods that promote understanding and engagement. Demonstrating Accountability - The ability to take ownership of actions, behaviors, performance, decisions, and outcomes. Focusing on Customers - The ability to understand and meet the needs, preferences, and experiences of internal and external customers. Following Policies and Procedures - The ability to follow, reinforce, adapt, or develop policies and procedures to maintain compliance with federal and state legal requirements, State Civil Service rules, and organizational policies. LOCATION & OTHER REQUIREMENTS Position is not eligible for remote employment. BENEFITS 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. ADDITIONAL POSITION INFORMATION Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check. 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. EARLY HIRING, DEADLINES Posting Date: July 22, 2026 Closing Date: August 5, 2026 EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENTS The LSU Agricultural Center is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. CONTACT INFORMATION Questions or concerns can be directed to the LSU AgCenter Human Resources Management Office at View phone number on click.appcast.io or emailed View email address on click.appcast.io. 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 The LSU Agricultural Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. LSU includes institutions, facilities and programs in each of Louisiana’s 64 parishes, and its campuses stretch the length of the state from New Orleans to Shreveport. Each institution plays a vital role in preparing students to incorporate new knowledge and technologies into their daily lives. 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