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Engagement Coordinator

Location0233 Sea Grant Building
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
DepartmentLSUAM ORED - SG - Education & Engagement Program
Company size10,000+ people
First seen1w ago
Last seen3d ago
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Job Posting Title:
Engagement Coordinator
Position Type:
Professional / Unclassified
Department:
LSUAM ORED - SG - Education & Engagement Program (Danielle DiIullo (00004887))
Work Location:
0233 Sea Grant Building
Pay Grade:
Professional
Job Description:
The Louisiana Sea Grant Engagement Coordinator will lead and coordinate stewardship and public outreach efforts for the Education & Engagement Unit. Working closely with other departments and units, this role will be the primary contact leading Coastal Roots and other stewardship programs within the department. The Coordinator will manage these programs from school engagement to site coordination and program expansion. Additionally, the Coordinator will host teacher trainings, develop educational materials, and support the development of public outreach initiatives and other Education & Engagement programming to address the Sea Grant priority of advancing environmental literacy and workforce development. This position requires organization, collaboration, and strong leadership to successfully launch and sustain existing and emerging programming.
Job Responsibilities:
Manages the implementation of the Coastal Roots program, including, but not limited to communicating with participating schools, coordinating plantings at restoration sites, conducting yard inspections, maintaining records, purchasing supplies, and further developing the program. Coastal Roots is a partnership between many different organizations and schools, and it requires strong communication and collaboration skills. (45%)
Develop and curate educational resources and trainings associated with Sea Grant’s stewardship portfolio, including, but not limited to projects like Coastal Roots, Native Fish in the Classroom, and our marine debris. Disseminate this information to various audiences across coastal Louisiana including coordination with Sea Grant extension personnel to extend educational activities into other regions of Louisiana. (20%)
Participates in the planning and preparation for project-based and place-based learning initiatives, including, but not limited to Ocean Commotion, Wetland Days, LaDIA, and citizen/community science projects. This includes leading efforts withing these initiative and supervising participating partners such as Sea Grant personnel, faculty, graduate students, and teachers supporting tasks with education activities. (15%)
Develops, organizes, and supervises education endeavors highlighting Sea Grant-supported research activities, which could include lesson plans,or other educational content. Supervises 2-4 students providing support to LA Sea Grant Education and Engagement program. (10%)
Other duties as assigned. (10%)
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in one of the following: Biology, Ecology, Marine Science, Education, Engineering, Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management, Conversation, or Geography
Valid driver’s license
Preferred Qualifications:
Master’s degree and 2-8 years of experience in education or outreach activities.
Previous work in formal or non-formal education settings.
Knowledge of coastal Louisiana.
Additional Information:
Some travel and irregular hours are required (10-15%).
Due to the nature of the position and/or position responsibilities, this position shall be subject to pre-employment screenings (drug screen, motor vehicle record, and background check) as required by LSU FASOP HR-04 and drug/alcohol testing in accordance with University Policy Statement 67. This position and/or its responsibilities require direct work with minors. Finger printing and National Sex Offender Registry check required per FASOP HR-04.
Additional Job Description:
Special Instructions:
Please provide a cover letter, resume, and three (3) professional references including name, title, phone number, and e-mail address.
Please attach ALL required documents under the “Resume/CV” section of your application.
A copy of your transcript(s) may be attached to your application (if available). However, original transcripts are required before hiring.
Due to the nature of the position and/or position responsibilities, this position shall be subject to pre-employment screenings in accordance with University Policy as required and RS:17 screenings (https://www.legis.la.gov/legis/Law.aspx?p=y&d=1297548).
For questions or concerns about updating your application with attachments (e.g., resumes, RS:17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or email [email protected].
For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact Danielle Dilullo at [email protected].
Posting Date:
June 4, 2026
Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):
October 2, 2026
Additional Position Information:
Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.
Benefits
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.
HCM Contact Information:
For questions or concerns related to updating your application with attachments (e.g., resumes, RS:17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or email [email protected]. For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact the department using the information provided in the Special Instructions section of this job posting.
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