Program Coordinator

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Job Posting Title:

Program Coordinator

Position Type:

Professional / Unclassified

Department:

LSUAM HSE - ED - ADM ECE Institute (Cynthia F DiCarlo (00002754))

Work Location:

0236 George Peabody Hall

Pay Grade:

Professional

Job Description:

College of Human Sciences & Education

Early Childhood Educational Institute

Program Coordinator

Job Summary:

The Early Childhood Education Institute (ECEI) Coordinator of Professional Development & Community Engagement is responsible for coordinating the professional development portfolio, community engagement, and affiliation membership efforts of the Institute. The Coordinator is responsible for overseeing the strategic development and successful implementation of a comprehensive portfolio of continuing education programming that is responsive to the professional needs of the institute’s constituency. This constituency includes the state-wide membership of the Louisiana Association for the Education of Young Children (LAEYC), as the ECEI serves as the Louisiana Affiliate of the National Association for the Education of Young Children. In addition to leading ECEI’s efforts to address the professional development and membership needs of its constituency, the Coordinator leads the institute’s community outreach initiatives. The Coordinator supports and navigates a complex network of collaborative partners both on and off campus and in coordination with the college’s Office of Communications & Engagement Service and other centralized administrative support units to ensure compliance with established college and university policies and procedures.

Job Responsibilities:

30% Continuing Education & Professional Development Programming: Builds relationships and understanding of early childhood education professional development systems and standards in conjuction with the ECEI Director to support ongoing growth and development; conducts needs and capacity analysis of ECEI continuing education and professional development; assesses needs of professional early childhood education market to create relevant professional education offerings; identify and recommend qualified instructors for continuing education and professional development; assist in the development and maintenance of master ECEI continuing education community partners as outlined in the missions of the Institute and membership organization; directs the delivery and administration of ECEI continuing education and professional development; assists in the coordination of ECEI’s continuing education programs in collaboration with the CHSE Office of Communications & Engagement Services, provides coordinated, centralized support for facilitating professional education programming; ensures adequate pre-event planning and coordination and manages event logistics; Coordinates post-event activities, including post-event communications with attendees (e.g., feedback surveys, certificates of attendance, notification of balances due, etc.); analyzes participant feedback to measure and improve effectiveness

20% Affiliation & Membership Management: Coordinates all administrative support to the Louisiana Association for the Education of Young Children (LAAEYC) affiliate, executive director, LAAEYC Governing Board, and LAAEYC Affiliate chapters/members, and other tasks as needed; maintains effective and orderly filing system for LAAEYC association records; maintains confidentiality of LAAEYC Governing Board, staff, members, and clients; files permanent records and historical records of Iowa AEYC, including copies of minutes and other business matters; completes LAAEYC Affiliate Annual Report in concert with the Executive Director; Governing Board Support: Prepares materials, forwards communications, and responds to requests from Governing Board members after approval by Executive Director; maintains records of approved meeting minutes from Governing Board Secretary, approval items, and Governing Board history; and maintains compliance with NAEYC affiliate requirements; and Chapter/Membership Services: Promotes and maintains relationships with and among chapters/members; responsible for membership recruitment, processing incoming membership applications and member support services and engagement activities

20% Community Engagement & Special Events: Serves as ECEI coordinator of logistics for events, meetings, trainings, and schedules; organizes and plans Institute and advisory board meetings; manages and develops community partners; develops effective outreach and engagement mechanism (e.g., podcasts, e-newsletter, blog, weekly series, etc.) working with institute staff, community partners and ECEI constituency to determine content; and works with the College, University, and others to promote the institute and membership organization

20% Administrative Support: Provides administrative and operational support for the ECEI; Assists in the management of day-to-day business on behalf of the Executive Director as needed; assists in the development/implementation of strategies with Executive Director to enhance and raise the institute’s national standings

10% Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree and 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.

Additional Job Description:

Special Instructions:

Please provide a resume/CV, cover letter, three professional references including name, title, phone number, and email address. For questions and concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact Tammy Lee at [email protected]

Posting Date:

October 2, 2025

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

November 30, 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!

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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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