Administrative Coordinator – Oceanography & Coastal Sciences

About the role

The Department of Oceanography & Coastal Sciences at LSU seeks a proactive Coordinator to provide comprehensive administrative support. The role involves managing travel logistics, handling expense reports, maintaining office supplies, and assisting with departmental events while delivering excellent customer service to faculty, staff, students, and visitors.

Key responsibilities

• Manage travel arrangements, approvals, reimbursements, and support for class field trips.
• Process LaCarte purchases, reconcile departmental charges, and ensure timely expense reporting.
• Order and maintain office supplies, oversee mailroom and copier services.
• Assist with college functions such as orientations, receptions, student events, and commencement ceremonies.
• Serve as backup coordinator for the department and college when needed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent administrative experience.
• At least two years of administrative experience in a university or similar setting.
• Strong customer‑service orientation.
• Ability to prioritize, organize multiple tasks, and solve problems effectively.

Required skills

What we offer

• Opportunity to work in a dynamic academic environment.
• Professional development and training on university procedures.
• Collaborative team culture within the College of Science.