Student Employment Partner- College of Engineering

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Job Posting Title:

Student Employment Partner- College of Engineering

Position Type:

Professional / Unclassified

Department:

LSUAM Engineering - Admin - Human Resources (Jessica Hutchinson Waters (00000820))

Work Location:

2221 Patrick F. Taylor Hall

Pay Grade:

Professional Hourly

   

Job Description:

The Student Employment Coordinator supports the College of Engineering’s student employment operations by facilitating efficient, compliant, and well-documented hiring and onboarding processes for graduate assistants and student workers. This role ensures accuracy in employment data, compliance with University and federal requirements, and strong communication between departments, supervisors, and students.

• 45% Student Employment Processing Assist with the collection and organization of required pre-employment materials for graduate assistants and student workers, including offer letters, job descriptions, and screening documentation. Support the hiring and onboarding process by entering student appointments, terminations, job profile changes, compensation changes, and separation transactions in Workday. Maintain detailed records to track the status of student hiring and employment actions each semester, ensuring all processes are completed accurately and on schedule.
• 30% Communication & Compliance Support: Serve as a primary point of contact for supervisors and student employees, providing guidance on hiring procedures, employment eligibility, and compliance requirements. Issue reminders and notifications related to I-9 verification, weekly work hour limits, and academic eligibility. Monitor compliance, identify and escalate potential concerns to the Student Employment Specialist, and participate in Student Employment Program (SEP) meetings to remain current on procedural and policy updates.
• 10% Job Posting Coordination: Coordinate student job postings in University-approved systems such as Handshake, ensuring that all postings are accurate, clearly written, and in compliance with University and College standards. Collaborate with departments to maintain consistency in job descriptions and posting procedures.
• 10% Coordinate and complete I-9 verifications for student employees and assist HR Specialists with I-9 processing as needed. Support hiring managers with the creation of new supervisory organizations and assignment of appropriate access in Workday. Collect RS:17 documentation for research graduate assistant appointments and initiate the RS:17 screening process in Workday.
• 5% Perform other duties as assigned to support the College’s student employment operations and the initiatives of the Student Employment Specialist.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree and 1 year of 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, cover letter and 3 references with your application.

Posting Date:

December 19, 2025

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

March 6, 2026

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!

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.

   

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