Communications Coordinator

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Job Posting Title:

Communications Coordinator

Position Type:

Professional / Unclassified

Department:

LSUAG Vice Presidents Office

• Botanic Gardens (Jeff S Kuehny (00004501))

Work Location:

Burden Garden House

Pay Grade:

Professional

Job Description:

Work Location: LSU AgCenter Botanic Gardens at Burden, 4560 Essen Lane, Baton Rouge LA

Job Description: The LSU AgCenter Botanic Gardens is seeking a talented, deadline-driven communicator to serve as the gardens' communication coordinator.

The Communications Coordinator will oversee communications strategies for the LSU AgCenter Botanic Gardens. The coordinator will work closely with LSU AgCenter Communications Department to develop messages and provide information to various audiences about the Botanic Gardens and promote the Gardens educational programs and events using traditional media, social media, website, newsletter, video, and printed publications. The coordinator will work with the staff and Friends of the Gardens to raise the profile of the Gardens among stakeholders and build brand awareness.

Job responsibilities include:

• Build on existing communications structures to share messages and content to key audiences while searching for new audiences and markets to distribute information about the Gardens. The coordinator will be responsible for conveying the mission and vision of the Gardens through multiple channels. The coordinator will understand LSU AgCenter and the Garden's brand and use it appropriately.

• Maintain an editorial calendar that includes news releases, video production, a social media schedule, event coverage, marketing and publications. Put the plan in action through written communications and by creating online content, producing videos, taking photographs, and covering educational programs and events, which include university, stakeholder, and donor engagement events.

• Organize and execute a succinct and successful social media strategy while maintaining and developing engaging digital content. Work with the staff and Friends of the Gardens to keep content current.
  
  Coordinate with staff and Friends of the Gardens to ensure the vision of the Gardens is represented online. Attend events, meetings, and programs to gather information and photos.

• Partner with the LSU AgCenter Communications Department to deliver unified messages on Louisiana landscapes and the environment. The coordinator will work with the team to create branded printed pieces for the Gardens.

• Coordinate with the AgCenter communications to help provide editorial oversight for the newsletters, publications, social media, and emails.

This position is funded by self-generated revenue from the Botanic Gardens. Funding must be available for any continuation of appointment.

Qualification Requirements: A bachelor's degree in mass communications, agricultural communications, journalism, marketing or related field is required.

Prior experience in a communications role is required. The successful candidate must have strong verbal and written communications skills, the ability to manage multiple projects and be self-motivated and detail oriented. Graphic design and video editing skills are preferred.

Salary and Benefits: Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

The LSU AgCenter has an attractive benefits package with a wide variety of benefit options. Benefits offered include retirement, multiple medical insurance options, supplemental insurances (dental, life, long-term disability, accident, vision, long-term care, etc.), Tax Saver Flexible Benefits Plan (saves tax dollars on some child care and medical expenses), university holidays (14 per year, typically includes a week off at Christmas), generous annual (vacation) and sick leave benefits, Employee Assistance Program, and possible educational leave and tuition exemption for coursework at campuses of the LSU System. Specific benefits depend on job category, percent effort and length of employment.

Date Available: Upon completion of the interview process.

Application Deadline: May 8, 2024 or until a suitable candidate is located.

Application Procedure: Apply online at https://lsu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/LSU (or through Workday for internal applicants) by attaching cover letter with resume, university transcripts, and two letters of reference. Paper, faxed or e-mailed application materials will not be accepted, except that in lieu of attaching the reference letters online, they may be sent directly to:

Jeff Kuehny

Director, LSU AgCenter Botanic Gardens

4560 Essen Lane

Baton Rouge, LA 70809

Email: jkuehny@agcenter.lsu.edu

website: https://www.lsuagcenter.com/

The LSU Agricultural Center is a statewide campus of the LSU System and provides equal opportunities in programs and employment. An Equal Opportunity Employer

Additional Job Description:

Competencies:

None

Special Instructions:

This position is located at the LSU AgCenter Botanic Gardens at Burden, 4560 Essen Lane, Baton Rouge, La. and is funded by self-generated revenue from the Botanic Gardens. Funding must be available for any continuation of appointment.

Posting Date:

April 24, 2024

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

Additional Position Information:

Background Check

• An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits

• The LSU AgCenter has an attractive benefits package with a wide variety of benefit options. Benefits offered include retirement, multiple medical insurance options, supplemental insurances (dental, life, long-term disability, accident, vision, long-term care, etc.), Tax Saver Flexible Benefits Plan (saves tax dollars on some childcare and medical expenses), university holidays (14 per year), generous annual (vacation) and sick leave benefits, Employee Assistance Program, and possible educational leave and tuition exemption for coursework at campuses of the LSU System. Specific benefits depend on job category, percent effort and length of employment.

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Essential Position (Y/N):

About the LSU Agricultural Center:

The LSU AgCenter, is one of eight campuses within the broader LSU enterprise (LSU System). The LSU AgCenter includes the Louisiana Agricultural Experiment Station, which conducts agricultural-based research, and the Louisiana Cooperative Extension Service, which extends the knowledge derived from research to the people of the state. The AgCenter is headquartered in Baton Rouge and has 12 "on campus" academic departments and five regions which are made up of 15 branch research stations and an extension office in each parish. For more information, visit the AgCenter's website at www.lsuagcenter.com.

The LSU Agricultural Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and SAME Agency:

The LSU Agricultural Center is a statewide campus of the LSU System and provides equal opportunities in programs and employment. The AgCenter is committed to fostering an environment of inclusion, respect, and appreciation of differences in individuals. The AgCenter is also designated as a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency and provides assistance to persons needing accommodations or with the accessibility of materials.

HCM Contact Information:

Questions or concerns can be directed to the LSU AgCenter Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-2258 or emailed HRMHelp@agcenter.lsu.edu.