Engineering Residential College Coordinator

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Job Posting Title:

Engineering Residential College Coordinator

Position Type:

Professional / Unclassified

Department:

LSUAM Engineering - AA - Student Services (Barbara W. Willms (00005182))

Work Location:

2228T Patrick F. Taylor Hall

Pay Grade:

Professional Hourly

Job Description:

Summary:

The Engineering Residential College (ERC) Coordinator (ERCC) will provide essential academic advising to first-year students majoring within the College of Engineering (COE) and participating in the Engineering Residential College program. Working in collaboration with the ERC Rector, COE, and University College (UC), the ERCC will serve as the primary academic advisor for all students living in the ERC. The ERCC will assist with initiatives, including but not limited to programming/events, tutoring, and scheduling, focused in assisting students to persist to their second year. This retention focus aligns with the LSU Strategic Plan 2025 Supporting Student Success. The ERCC in the COE will also provide career and professional school advising to the ERC students.

40% Services as primary advisor for students in the ERC. Explains the University and College of Engineering's academic procedures, regulations, and degree requirements. Organizes and presents group advising/academic sessions for ERC students.

Works with the ERC Rector to manage the ERC student ambassador program and faculty council program. This will include supervising up to 20 student volunteers annually, coordinating with up to 11 faculty members, and coordinating ERC participation
 

20% Provides academic advising to first-year COE majors in the ERC. Services include, but are not limited to: reviewing academic plans and creating flowcharts and/or saved schedules as recommended academic paths to graduation, explaining and assisting with LSU and COE academic regulations, COE Senior College requirements, course scheduling, and comprehensive Academic Tracking critical requirements. Provide career and professional school advising to first-year students.
 

10% Assists with recruitment communications, including but not limited to ERC decision letters and responding to questions concerning advising or general ERC acceptance guidelines. Assigns required cohort classes to each student. Aiding in advising students admitted to the ERC, including but not limited to building schedules, ERC course advising, and direct student communication. 

10% Works with the COE recruiting office to assist prospective COE students who are considering living in the ERC. Participates in COE recruiting programs. Assists with admission application process and decisions for the ERC which can include: reviewing applications, make routine administration decisions based on published guidelines and communicate admissions decisions to the ERC Rector and Department of Residential Life, monitoring Residential Life admissions reports for accuracy, maintaining records of admission cancellations, housing interest changes, etc.

10% Aids in coordinating or supporting academic services and programs to assist with COE and University retention efforts targeting COE first-year students, specifically defined as high priority or when grades become a concern. Assists in planning and participates in onboarding of first-year classes, including but not limited to giving presentations, advising and preparing schedules, training faculty advisors, participating in recruitment events, and Welcome Week.

5% Participates in all COE programs such as Diploma Ceremonies, Honors Convocation, and Geaux Engineering events. Attends and participates in professional development. Performs additional duties as assigned by the supervisor.

5% Meets weekly with the ERC Rector to plan, implement, create reports, and review programs and services. Participate in all ERC programs (as necessary). Attends meetings of the Engineering Residential College Committee. Monitors ERC student schedules throughout the Summer (before starting at LSU), Fall, and Spring semesters to ensure compliance with cohort class policy. Provides academic intervention for low test grades, midterm grades, and final grades. Provides the ERC Rector with information to include in the ERC newsletter to current ERC residents.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree

LSU values skills, experience, and expertise. Candidates who have relevant experience in key job responsibilities are encouraged to apply— a degree is not required as long as the candidate meets the required years of experience specified in the job description.

As with all LSU employees, due to this position title and/or responsibilities, this position has an obligation to assist students in the acquisition of necessary services. Should a student appear in need of or seek assistance with issues of an emotional, behavioral, or mental health related matter they should be referred to the proper service within the Student Health Center. In situations where the student creates an impression that they are a danger to themselves or others, the advisor should immediately contact the Care Team, the Dean of Students or the appropriate law enforcement agency. The employee outside of those rights contained within FERPA should create no impression of client or patient confidentiality.

Additional Job Description:

Special Instructions:

Inquiries regarding this position can be directed to Jessica Waters: [email protected]

Posting Date:

October 30, 2025

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

February 20, 2026

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!

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):

LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain that valid work authorization throughout employment. Changes in laws, regulations, or government policies may impact the university’s ability to employ individuals in certain positions.

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