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.
Competencies:
Proficient - Advising Experience
Proficient - Related University Experience
Proficient - Excellent Organizational Ability
Proficient - Experience working with students
Additional Job Description:
Special Instructions:
Please provide a resume/CV, cover letter, three professional references including name, title, phone number, and email address.
This position is contingent on a satisfactory background check. For questions and concerns regarding the status of you application or salary ranges, please contact Sharon Butler sbutler@lsu.edu.
Posting Date:
April 21, 2026
Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):
August 19, 2026
Additional Position Information:
Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.
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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Job Posting Title:
Academic Counselor 2 - College of Coast & Environment
Position Type:
Professional / Unclassified
Department:
LSUAM CCE - EnvS - Undergraduate Programs (Brian F Snyder (00011936))
Work Location:
1285 Energy, Coast, and Environment Building
Pay Grade:
Professional Hourly
Job Description:
Job Summary:
The Advisor 2 will provide academic advising to students enrolled in Coastal Environmental Science degree program in the College of the Coast & Environment. The Advisor 2 will also serve as the first line of contact for high school students, parents, and guidance counselors requesting information about the program.
Job Responsibilities:
45% Provides advice on academic procedures and regulations including but not limited to: admission to senior college, registration, course scheduling/schedule changes, curriculum requirements, scholastic regulations, withdrawal/resignation policies, academic and grade appeals, major changes and review of degree audit. Also attends A&A Deans meetings and coordinates with other campus units to maintain LSU regulations and care for student interests.
15% Counsel students, parents and university staff on admission process and admission decisions via phone, email and in person.
15% Maintains records of prospective students from recruiting activities as well as students processed through the admissions process. Maintain current student records and document all appeals.
15% Participates in and assists with planning freshman and transfer student recruiting programs such as Academic Showcase, Debut LSU, Kick-off LSU, Tiger Transfer Day and LSU on the Geaux.
10% Other responsibilities as assigned by the Dean, Associate Dean, Assistant Dean, and Director of Undergraduate Programs. Works closely with, providing back-up if necessary, to the ENVS Graduate Coordinator, DES Assistant to the Chair and CC&E administrators and administrative staff to ensure efficient work-flow, document tracking and business functions. Performs other duties as needed for the efficient functioning of the academic and CC&E programs.
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