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Job Posting Title:
Assistant Director of External Engagement
Position Type:
Professional / Unclassified
Department:
LSUAM ORED - Institute for Energy Innovation (Brad Ives (******** ))
Work Location:
1055 Energy, Coast, and Environment Building
Pay Grade:
Professional
Job Description:
The Assistant Director for External Engagement will report to the Executive Director for the LSU Institute for Energy Innovation (IEI), and will support the Executive Director and Associate Director for Community Engagement. The Assistant Director will provide overall support for IEI's internal grant-making, external grant applications, and management of public engagement programs including annual conference, round tables, speaker series, and other educational engagement opportunities. The Assistant Director will follow developments in energy innovation to help shape IEI's strategic direction and identify areas of opportunity for IEI research, grant-making, and development of educational materials.
Job Responsibilities:
Support the Institute for Energy Innovation's Broader Research and Program Agenda by helping to ensure strategic oversight and continuity of IEI grants and projects; manage development projects for educational material; work with IEI leadership to develop areas of pursuit and projects in line with IEI's mission; conduct research as needed to support IEI projects and activities, including briefings on current events, key stakeholders, and emerging issues; lead independent writing and research initiatives to support IEI's thought leadership on key energy policy and sustainability issues; research and writing related to reports and other short-form publications on advancing IEI initiatives; Support day-to-day management of partnerships and support IEI leadership at meetings with partners; cultivate, maintain, and develop a wide network of crucial stakeholder relationships related to IEI's programming in coordination with LSU's Office of Research and Economic Development (ORED) and the LSU Foundation; independently manage projects, including financial management, and related operational and administrative tasks, and engage with partners and stakeholders with minimal direct oversight; support the program's content development including editing and proofreading of external publications such as annual reports, op-eds, research reports, and broader communications efforts, including managing basic regular website updates (65%)
Regular newsletter updates for our audience on the program's activities; monitor news and analysis to inform the program's ongoing work, business development/fundraising, and specific projects as needed; manage program contacts and other shared files and knowledge in the program, including leveraging Microsoft Office, Box, CRM and other systems. (30%)
Other duties as assigned (5%)
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree and 3 years experience; valid driver's license is required.
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree and 5+ years experience; Experience in organizing and staging events is highly desired; proven track record working efficiently both independently and collaboratively with a tight-knit team; willingness to learn new systems and processes and volunteer for new challenges; experience with university procurement, contracting, and Human Resource Management (HRM) systems & requirements; experience with Workday; proficiency with any combination of the following: creative software tools, web editing, Microsoft Office applications; advanced analytical and problem-solving skills; demonstrated success in building collaborative relationships across a wide variety of audiences.
Additional Job Description:
Special Instructions:
Please provide 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 hire.
Due to the nature of the position and/or position responsibilities this position shall be subject to pre-employment screenings.
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 or email .
For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact Brad Ives at .
Posting Date:
May 13, 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 - 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!
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Essential Position (Y/N):
LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and SAME Agency:
LSU is designated as a State As a Model Employer (SAME)
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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 or email
. 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.
