Director of Facility Operations
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Job Location:
Baton Rouge, LA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
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Job Posting Title:
Director of Facility Operations
Position Type:
Professional / Unclassified
Department:
LSUAG Chancellor - LAES - Aquatic Germplasm & Genetic Resources Center (Terrence R Tiersch ())
Work Location:
0101 Aquatic Germplasm & Genetic Resources Ctr
Pay Grade:
Professional
Job Description:
The LSU Agricultural Center is a statewide organization with offices in every parish of Louisiana. We are currently seeking extraordinary candidates for the position outlined below. This position will be domiciled at the Aquatic Germplasm and Genetic Resources Center in Baton Rouge LA.
About the LSU Agricultural Center: The LSU AgCenter is one of 8 campuses within the LSU enterprise. 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 academic departments and five regions which are made up of 15 branch research stations and an extension office in each parish. More information can be found at .
Position Description: The Director of Facility Operations positions primary purpose is Maintaining the safety operations appearance and shop for the 23000 sq ft facility are the main responsibilities for this position reports to the Professor and Director. Specific duties are as follows:
Keeping a staff of 40 including 30 student workers aware of safety around the aquatic environment equipment cryogenic freezing equipment and the shop equipment. This would include training and compliance with university safety regulations. Monitoring the 75-year-old facility for any safety issues.
Maintaining operational needs through staffing maintenance schedules and contractors. Managing special projects involving facility planning and contractors.
Maintaining clean appearance of interior and exterior of the facility including the direction of student workers and collaboration with staff members.
Maintaining a clean safe shop with well-maintained equipment tools and supplies.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualification Requirements: Baccalaureate degree in a related field. Experience in the public sector and/or a university setting is desirable. Must have excellent interpersonal administrative and organizational skills along with strong computer skills.
LSU and the AgCenter are dedicated to fostering an environment where our employees feel appreciated for their skills and individual qualifications. If a candidate does not meet the minimum qualifications listed but has other qualifications or substantial experience related to the key responsibilities we encourage them to apply (per La. RS 42:36).
Date Available: Upon completion of the selection process.
Application Deadline: October 23 2025 or until a suitable candidate is identified.
Application Procedure: Qualified candidates must apply online using the LSU Workday Careers site (or through Workday for internal applicants) by attaching file(s) containing a curriculum vita a letter of application official university transcripts and two letters of reference. Questions about the online application system should be directed to the HRM Office at 225/578-0324 or . (Paper faxed or emailed application materials will not be accepted.) In lieu of attaching the letters of reference they may be sent directly to:
Dr. Terrence R. Tiersch Professor
Aquatic Germplasm and Genetic Resources Center
Louisiana State University Agricultural Center
2288 Gourrier Avenue
Baton Rouge LA 70820
Phone:
The LSU Agricultural Center is a statewide campus of the LSU System and provides equal opportunities in programs and employment.
Additional Job Description:
Competencies:
NoneSpecial Instructions:
Director of Facility Operations
Posting Date:
October 9 2025
Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):
February 6 2026Additional 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.
Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State Universitys 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):
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 AgCenters website at .
The LSU Agricultural Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
HCM Contact Information:
Questions or concerns can be directed to the LSU AgCenter Human Resources Management Office at or emailed .
Required Experience:
Director
Key Skills
- Risk Management
- Negiotiation
- Operational management
- Smartsheets
- Strategic Planning
- Team Management
- Budgeting
- Leadership Experience
- Program Development
- Supervising Experience
- Financial Planning
About Company
The Louisiana State University System (LSU System), like a good pot of gumbo, offers something that appeals to every taste. The LSU System is composed of 10 campuses and a public hospital system spanning the state. Student enrollment exceeds 54,000 and the system boasts about 2,000 fa ... View more
