Assistant To The Dean Of Major Academic Area

: All Job Postings will close at 12:01a.m. CST (1:01a.m. EST) on the specified Closing Date (if designated). If you close the browser or exit your application prior to submitting, the application progress will be saved as a draft. You will be able to access and complete the application through My Draft Applications located on your Candidate Home page. Job Posting Title: Assistant To The Dean Of Major Academic Area Position Type: Professional / Unclassified Department: LSUAM MC - Human Resources (Becca Lea Robison (00001971)) Work Location: 0213A Journalism Building Pay Grade: Professional : The Manship School of Mass Communication's Assistant to the Dean will be proficient in managing a broad range of administrative tasks and projects. As the primary aide to the Dean, the Assistant will provide high-level administrative support for scheduling, task management, administrative initiatives, highly confidential matters and daily operations. The Assistant must be capable of independent decision-making and possess initiative to complete a broad range of administrative responsibilities for the Dean. Provides administrative support for the dean, advisory boards & committees. Manages the dean's calendar; prepares correspondence; maintains and updates records and files within the dean's office/computer files which are critical to the dean's day-to-day operation. Arrange all domestic and international travel for the dean. 30% Serves as ex-officio member of the Manship Alumni Board, arranging logistics, attending meetings and planning events. Works closely with the school's national Board of Visitors; assists with school event planning such as the Hall of Fame, 1913 Society Dinner, symposia, award ceremonies, etc. 20% Serves as a resource and contact person to provide accurate and current information to inquiries about the school from various campus departments, the business community and the general public. Familiar with Manship School policies. 20% Hires, trains and schedules student workers assigned to the Broadcast Lab. Processes hires for student workers working with faculty and/or other staff. 10% Serves as backup to HR Specialist (i.e., basic understanding of HRM, payroll and some accounting functions). Assists with researching information for accreditation efforts and other information required by ACEJMC. Attends faculty meetings. 10% Additional duties/projects as assigned by the dean. 10% Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree. One year of professional experience. Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in business, public relations/mass communication or related discipline. Two years of professional experience in an administrative assistant role. Additional : Special Instructions: Please provide a cover letter, resume and three professional references including name, title, phone number and email address. A copy of your transcript(s) may be attached to your application (if applicable). Official transcripts are required prior to hire. For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application, please contact Becca Robison, HR Specialist at View email address on click.appcast.io or View phone number on click.appcast.io. Posting Date: December 6, 2025 Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified): December 21, 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! Remote Work - Positions approved to work remotely 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 and SAME Agency: LSU believes diversity, equity, and inclusion enrich the educational experience of our students, faculty, and staff, and are necessary to prepare all people to thrive personally and professionally in a global society. We celebrate diversity and are committed to the principles of diversity and inclusion. We actively seek and encourage qualified applications from persons with diverse backgrounds, cultures and experiences. To learn more about how LSU is committed to diversity and inclusivity, please see LSU's Diversity Statement and Roadmap . LSU is also designated as a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency and provides assistance to persons needing accommodations or with the accessibility of materials. For those seeking such accommodations or assistance related to this search, we encourage you to contact the Office of Human Resource Management ( View email address on click.appcast.io ). 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 View phone number on click.appcast.io or email View email address on click.appcast.io . 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.