Louisiana State University of Alexandria is a publicly supported institution that provides undergraduate level college education to the citizens of Central Louisiana. The university is a unit of the LSU System and operates under the auspices of the Louisiana Board of Regents. LSUA is located in Rapides Parish.
Position Type:Professional / Unclassified
Department:LSUA ASA - AH - Continuing Education (Alisha Ferrington (00085830))
Work Location:LSU - Alexandria
Pay Grade:Professional
Job Description:Position Summary
The Coordinator of Workforce Operations & Lifelong Leaning supports LSUA Continuing Education by coordinating the university's One-Stop Operator (OSO) responsibilities and managing Lifelong Learning programs for the community. The position is responsible for program scheduling, participant and instructor communication, required OSO documentation, registration support, and day-to-day coordination of assigned programs.
Primary Responsibilities One-Stop Operator
- Coordinate day-to-day One-Stop Operator activities and requirements.
- Maintain required OSO documentation, meeting records, and reports.
- Communicate with workforce partners and assist with coordinating partner meetings.
- Track deadlines and required deliverables.
- Assist the Workforce Development Manager with workforce system activities and events.
Lifelong Learning
- Coordinate fall, spring, and summer Lifelong Learning schedules.
- Recruit and communicate with instructors.
- Coordinate course dates, locations, supplies, and other program needs.
- Manage participant communication and registration support.
- Identify new community enrichment course ideas.
- Assist with promoting Lifelong Learning programs.
- Track enrollment and participant feedback.
- Support community-based and on-campus Lifelong Learning activities.
General Program Support
- Provide excellent customer service to participants, instructors, and community partners.
- Maintain accurate program records.
- Assist with Continuing Education events and special projects.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple responsibilities and deadlines.
- Strong customer service and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ability to learn university systems.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in higher education, workforce development, continuing education, community programming, or program coordination.
- Experience working with community partners or grant-funded programs.
- Experience coordinating events, courses, or adult education programs.
Additional Job Description:Competencies:NoneSpecial Instructions:Application Instructions:
Please attach a Resume/CV, a cover letter, 3 references and unofficial transcripts. Official transcripts will be required upon hire.
Please attach all transcripts to your application. A background check is required for hire.
Questions or concerns about your application should be directed to LSUA Human Resources at (318) 473-6401 or [email protected].
Skills Needed:
Communication, Customer Service, Database Management, Decision Making, Detail-Oriented, Following Protocols, Problem Solving, Task Organization
Preferred Skills:
Posting Date:August 21, 2026
Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):August 21, 2026
Additional Position Information:
Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.
Benefits - LSUA 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):
LSUA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
HCM Contact Information:
Questions or concerns can be directed to the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 318-473-6401 or emailed [email protected]
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
- Strong organizational and communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple responsibilities and deadlines
- Strong customer service and interpersonal skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ability to learn university systems
- Experience in higher education, workforce development, continuing education, community programming, or program coordination
- Experience working with community partners or grant-funded programs
- Experience coordinating events, courses, or adult education programs
What We Do
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