Administrative Program Specialist A

Administrative Program Specialist A Position Type: Classified Job Duties Perform and coordinate routine administrative activities including records management, requisitions, purchase orders, travel, risk management, inventory, mail, communications (20%). Maintain familiarity with all LSU AgCenter policies concerning administrative matters and interpret policies in answering inquiries or disseminating approved policy statements. Maintain region policies and procedures, keep region informed of changes/additions. Assist with training of new employees on the AgCenter’s policies and procedures. Ensure office and administrative functions are handled properly. Evaluate operations and communicate recommended changes (40%). Coordinate the human resources function of the region for classified employees: proper documentation for appointments, funding changes, evaluations, and terminations. Oversee hiring, leave, payroll functions, and distribute benefit information (20%). Learn and use Enterprise Resource Planning system (Workday) for financial and human resources processing and data needs. Serve as backup to the Assistant to the Regional Director (10%). Minimum Requirements Three years of experience in administrative services, or six years of full‑time experience in any field, or a bachelor’s degree. Competencies Communicating Effectively Displaying Expertise Managing Resources Using Data Accepting Direction Demonstrating Accountability Focusing on Customers Following Policies and Procedures Benefits The LSU AgCenter has an attractive benefits package including retirement, multiple medical insurance options, supplemental insurances (dental, life, long‑term disability, accident, vision, long‑term care, etc.), Tax Saver Flexible Benefits Plan, university holidays, generous vacation and sick leave, Employee Assistance Program, and possible educational leave and tuition exemption for coursework at LSU campuses. Benefits depend on job category, percent effort and length of employment. Equal Opportunity Employer The LSU Agricultural Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and an affirmative action employer. Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr Louisiana State University