Parking and Transportation Services Events Coordinator

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Job Posting Title:

Parking & Transportation Services Events Coordinator

Position Type:

Professional / Unclassified

Department:

LSUAM FA - CSPER - PTS - PS - Event Services (Kaylen Rabalais Thornton (00060387))

Work Location:

0112 Audubon Sugar Institute Building

Pay Grade:

Professional Hourly

Job Description:

The Event Coordinator provides overarching support and coordination for event and parking operations, ensuring that staff, resources, and processes are aligned to meet the needs of visitors, events, and campus partners. The role serves as a central point for facilitating communication and collaboration across teams to help operations run smoothly and efficiently.

Job Responsibilities

The Event Coordinator assists with the full event and reserved space process from planning through execution, including preparation, set-up, staffing, scheduling, and breakdown. The role coordinates logistics by providing regular status updates and reports on event and space operations and supporting cost-efficient production methods for setup. During events and for reserved spaces, the Event Coordinator provides on-site support by overseeing parking lot operations, directing staff, assisting attendees, and ensuring efficient use of parking resources. The position works in coordination with law enforcement, campus partners, and other stakeholders to ensure compliance with regulations and the smooth execution of all events and reserved space arrangements. (65%)

The Event Coordinator supports the daily operations of events and the Union Square Garage by supervising and scheduling guest service student employees, coordinating large-scale events within the Garage, and developing and facilitating training to ensure staff are knowledgeable about parking regulations, campus information, and customer service practices. (20%)

Coordinates the use of technology and systems to support visitor and event parking operations, ensuring tools are effectively integrated into workflows, accessible to staff, and aligned with overall event and parking processes. The role helps facilitate smooth operations by connecting staff, technology, and campus partners in a coordinated and efficient manner. (10%)

Other duties as assigned (5%)

Additional Requirements

• Vehicle Operation - This position requires a valid driver's license, will require an MVR, and is subject to drug screens per PM-33/PS-67/FASOP HR-04.

• Operation Essential Personnel  - This position is considered operational essential and may be asked to work during an official closure, but is otherwise not required to report to the physical campus during a closure, and whose absence does not present a risk to the safety, resources, and well-being of the campus per FASOP HR-01.

Additional Information

Ability to sit, stand, and walk for long periods of time in outdoor and indoor conditions. Ability to operate a 2-way radio. This position requires extensive overtime to be worked as needed. Must be able to work night and weekend shifts.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree with related experience

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.

Minimum Certifications/Licenses

Class E or equivalent LA Driver's License

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's degree with 1-2 years of supervisory, management, or leadership experience.

Job Competencies

Ability to plan, organize, and execute transit and parking logistics for campus events of varying scale. (Proficient)

Strong verbal and written skills (Proficient)

Ability to quickly assess situations and implement solutions when unexpected issues arise (Proficient)

Additional Job Description:

Special Instructions:

Please provide a cover letter, resume, and three professional references, including name, title, phone number, and e-mail address.

For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact Kaylen Thornton at [email protected].

Posting Date:

October 3, 2025

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

December 5, 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!

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. This position is not eligible for H1B visa sponsorship.

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