Job Details

Coordinator, Student Government

Reporting to the Associate Director for Campus Life, the Coordinator for Student Government serves as the primary advisor and will coordinate operations for LSU Student Government (SG). The Coordinator is responsible for ensuring the effective daily coordination of Student Government's business operations, financial processes, programming, and student support initiatives. The Coordinator plays a critical role in providing administrative leadership and advising to Student Government, College Councils, and affiliated committees, while supporting the overall mission of the Division of Student Affairs and Campus Life. Through this work, the Coordinator empowers student leaders, strengthens the student voice at LSU, and ensures that Student Government operates as an effective, ethical, and student-centered organization that advances the needs and interests of the entire student body.

General Responsibilities for this Position Include:

• Coordinate daily operations of Student Government, including office administration, student employee supervision and resource coordination.
• Advise and mentor Student Government leaders across all branches, committees, and College Councils on governance, leadership, and program development.
• Plan and execute Student Government programs and events, overseeing logistics, budgets, vendors, and risk management.
• Evaluate and enhance Student Government processes to ensure compliance, quality, and alignment with divisional standards.
• Support divisional and campus-wide initiatives through participation in major events and collaborative projects.

Opportunities for Leadership:

• Strengthen systems that enhance Student Government's day-to-day effectiveness
• Lead the development of a transformational student leadership experience
• Lead operational excellence and high-impact programming

Attributes of the Successful Candidate:

• Brings a strong student-centered approach, consistently prioritizing what benefits the entire student body and ensuring Student Government remains accessible, responsive, and relevant.
• Builds trusting, collaborative relationships with student leaders, advisors, and campus partners, contributing positive energy and professionalism to every interaction.
• Communicates clearly and confidently, breaking down complex policies, procedures, and governance processes into accessible, student-friendly guidance.
• Demonstrates excellent advising skills by supporting students through conflict, decision-making, and leadership development with patience, accountability, and respect.
• Excels in organizing and managing multiple moving parts including budgets, elections, programs, operations while maintaining accuracy, timeliness, and attention to detail.
• Thinks strategically and improves systems with intention, identifying inefficiencies and implementing solutions that simplify processes and reduce barriers for students.
• Shows adaptability and a solutions-oriented mindset, responding to evolving student needs and fast-paced environments with flexibility and creativity.
• Approaches every student interaction as an opportunity to support growth and leadership, providing perspective, encouragement, and guidance that balances challenge with support.

Responsibilities:

• Administrative Support - 40%: Responsible for the daily operations of Student Government, ensuring efficiency, compliance, and excellent service delivery.
• Direct Student Support - 25%: Serves as the primary advisor to Student Government, its branches, committees, and College Councils, providing guidance on operations, governance, and programming.
• Program Support - 20%: Plans, coordinates, and executes Student Government programs, events, and initiatives that align with university and divisional goals.
• Quality Control - 10%: Ensures consistency, professionalism, and continuous improvement across all SG operations and initiatives.
• Other Duties as Assigned - 5%: Other duties as assigned by the Director of Campus Life and direct supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher education.
• 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.

Desired Qualifications:

• Master's degree in higher education administration, student affairs, counseling, organizational leadership, or a related field.
• Experience advising and supporting student organizations, preferably Student Government.
• Strong skills in communication, problem solving, financial management, event planning and project coordination.
• Ability to build relationships, take initiative, and create student-friendly experiences.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with attention to accuracy and compliance.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, train, and supervise student employees.
• Knowledge of university financial systems and contracting processes.

Additional Requirements/Expectations:

• 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.

Nominations, Applications, and Inquiries:

Applications will be accepted online on the LSU Careers website. Please direct all nominations and inquiries for the position to Cortney Greavis, Associate Director, at 225-578-5727. The search committee will begin reviewing applications immediately and will continue to accept applications and nominations until the position is filled. However, to ensure the fullest consideration, candidates are encouraged to have complete applications submitted by March 31, 2026. Requested application materials include a letter of interest or cover letter; resume or curriculum vitae; and the names, telephone numbers, and e-mail addresses of at least three professional references. All applications, nominations, and inquiries will remain confidential. Salary will be competitive and commensurate with qualifications. An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.