Degree Substitute: 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.
Bachelor's degree with 0-3 years of experience
Additional Requirements:
Operation Essential Personnel - This position may be asked to work during an official closure, but who 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 Job Description:
Special Instructions:
Please provide a cover letter, resume, (3) professional references, and transcripts. Official transcripts are required prior to hire, if needed.
For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact Crystal Nathan at crystaljames@lsu.edu
Posting Date:
March 26, 2026
Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):
June 23, 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 h
Benefits
Health insuranceDental insuranceVision insuranceFlexible schedule
Additional Information
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Job Posting Title:
Coordinator of Grants & Development 1
Position Type:
Professional / Unclassified
Department:
LSUAM Online - BPO - Operations and Business Office (Crystal James Nathan (00077150))
Work Location:
United Plaza XII
Pay Grade:
Professional Hourly
Job Description:
The Grant Coordinator supports pre- and post-award activities, including proposal preparation, budget review, expense tracking, and reporting. This role processes grant invoices, coordinates instructor travel, and ensures compliance with funding agency and university requirements. The coordinator also reconciles LSU Foundation accounts to ensure donor funds are properly managed. Acting as a liaison with faculty, staff, and external partners, this position ensures timely, accurate, and compliant grant and foundation account administration.
Job Responsibilities:
Grant Admin Pre-Award Support: Assist staff and administrators with preparing and submitting grant proposals, budgets, and supporting documentation; review grant guidelines to ensure compliance with sponsor and university requirements; and track proposal submissions, awards, and reporting deadlines. 25%
Grant Admin Post-Award Support- Process grant invoices, handle travel for grant instructors, and assist with budget monitoring, expense tracking, and quarterly reports as required by each grant. 25%
Procurement & Contract Administration: 25%
Assist with grant contract negotiation. Review and route CE grant contracts and proposals for submission to outside organizations and LSU.
Creates purchase orders and submits payment requests for grant program vendors in compliance with University and State procurement policies.
Foundation Account Support: 20%
Monitor and reconcile LSU Foundation accounts to ensure accuracy and compliance with donor restrictions and university policies.
Prepare monthly reconciliations and financial statements for Foundation accounts, ensuring transparency and proper stewardship of funds. Work with Business Office leadership to provide guidance on appropriate use of Foundation funds.
Other duties as assigned. 5%
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