Assistant to the Corps of Cadets

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Job Posting Title:

Assistant to the Corps of Cadets

   

Position Type:

Professional / Unclassified

   

Department:

LSUAM AA - SA - Corps of Cadets (Joseph Anthony Musacchia (00330167))

   

Work Location:

0472 LSU Student Union

   

Pay Grade:

Professional Hourly

   

Job Description:

Reporting to the Commandant for the LSU Corps of Cadets, the Assistant to the Corps of Cadets is responsible for managing the Corps of Cadets leadership day-to-day calendar, strategic project management, and providing general administrative support. The Assistant to the Corps of Cadets provides daily assistance to the Commandant with project management, supporting Corps of Cadets operations, and plays a key role in organizing priorities and supporting strategic initiatives.

 

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES FOR THIS POSITION INCLUDE:

 

• Manages the day-to-day calendars, scheduling, and administrative duties for leadership for the Corps of Cadets.
• Hires, trains, and supervises student employees, leads office functions.
• Coordinates business and financial operations by processing travel documents, procurement requests, purchasing card transactions, requisitions, invoices, Foundation requests, deposits, and other administrative paperwork.
• Serves as point of contact for Corps of Cadets for faculty, staff and students internal and external to the department.
• Support recruitment and cadet operations by assisting with recruitment events and presentations, coordinating Cadets uniform services, and assisting with planning large scale events.

 

OPPORTUNITIES FOR LEADERSHIP:

 

Enhance customer service through elevating student employee training and supervision
As the University rebuilds the LSU Corps of Cadets, student employees will play a vital role in the daily operations of the Corps. Through strong supervision and management, delegation and performance management, the Assistant to the Corps of Cadets has an opportunity to set a new standard for customer excellence for everyone who visits our office. As such, it will be necessary to implement new ways of selecting and training student employees, developing intentional onboarding, processes for ensuring quality standards are met, and improving student employee supervision and accountability.

 

Develop and Optimize Departmental Processes
The Assistant to the Corps of Cadets will help create systems to facilitate productivity and efficiency for the reestablished Corps of Cadets. Managing workflow processes, organizing office procedures, handling deadlines, and establishing efficient systems that the entire Corps staff can rely on will be critical to future success.

 

Cultivate Strategic Relationships 
LSU is an institution that prioritizes relationships. The Assistant to the Corps of Cadets will cultivate strategic relationships while often serving as a bridge between the Commandant, other faculty and staff members, students in the Corps, and the student body.

 

ATTRIBUTES OF THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE:

 

Is a collegial team player who actively builds authentic and mutually-beneficial relationships, who is able to navigate complex organizations and who maintains a good attitude.

 

Has the ability to guide and manage executive leaders efficiently, helping them to identify ways to maximize their effectiveness.

 

Is comfortable with setting organizational standards for professionalism through daily interactions for students.

 

Is able to confidently provide administrative insights and close student-feedback loops up to the Commandant to support higher-level strategic planning and policy implementation.

 

Can adeptly help solve problems at the lowest level possible.

 

Maintains attention to detail, is organized, and learns to anticipate needs of others.

 

Can communicate effectively with a wide-range of constituents in-person and in writing.

 

ABOUT THE DIVISION OF STUDENT AFFAIRS PRIORITIES:

 

At LSU, we work diligently to create the conditions that make a difference both in the lives of students and for the state of Louisiana. Regardless of the unit, the DNA of student affairs work at LSU is predicated on three priorities. Foremost, we maintain a commitment to quality which is rooted in the belief that LSU students deserve our best effort. Every interaction we have with students should communicate care, relevance, polish, and attention to detail. We work to ensure every space, place, and staff-to-student interaction communicates a sense of home to students. Finally, we design programs, services, events, and experiences with everyone in mind.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

 

Administrative Support (60%): Manages the day-to-day calendars, scheduling, and administrative duties for Corps of Cadets administrators specifically the Commandant and Deputy Commandant. This includes: project management, coordinating travel, procurement, and preparing and processing paperwork related to travel, events, p-card, requisitions, invoices, Foundation check requests, and deposits. Serves as the confidential administrative assistant to the Commandant. Manages project workflow processes for the completion of time-sensitive work performed by Corps of Cadets.  Oversees office contact with visitors, students and staff, including directing callers and visitors to appropriate staff/resources and ensuring front desk coverage during University business hours. Reviews correspondence/telephone calls related to urgent/confidential matters and determines appropriate action to be taken. Supervises, trains, and oversees all functions regarding student employees. Serves as asset custodian and property management for the Corps of Cadets.

 

Supply Operations, Event Planning, Recruitment, and Support (30%): Assists planning all Corps of Cadets events including scheduling, planning, processing paperwork and payments, and leading day of arrangements including but not limited to LSU Salutes, Chancellors Parade, Cadet Orientation week, and Parent's Weekend. Supports Corps of Cadets recruitment including assisting with open house presentations and recruiting events. Initiates, coordinates, and oversees laundry, dry-cleaning, and alteration services for Corp uniforms.

 

Quality Control (5%): Ensures every aspect of work product including administrative tasks, implementation, and every communication on behalf of the Division of Student Affairs exudes a high degree of quality. Embraces and executes the marginal gains approach and seeks to increase level of all services, events, programs, and experiences in department for continuous improvement every academic year.

 

Other Duties as Assigned (5%): Other duties as assigned by the Commandant and Deputy Commandant. This includes but is not limited to: efforts that support broad division/institution efforts including at least 40 hours per year spent helping divisional initiatives such as Move-In Day, Welcome Week, Family Weekend, Career Expo, Disability Services Finals Testing, other special projects etc.

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher education.

• 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.

 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution of higher education.
• One year of working in an office setting.
• Military experience.
• Experience managing senior level employees calendars, project management, or systems for meeting planning.

 

OTHER REQUIREMENTS/EXPECTATIONS:

 

This position may be asked to work during an official closure, but who is otherwise not required to report to the physical campus during a closure and whose absence does not present a risk to the safety, resources, and well-being of the campus per FASOP HR-01.

 

As with all LSU employees, due to this position title and/or responsibilities, this position has an obligation to assist students in the acquisition of necessary services. Should a student appear in need of or seek assistance with issues of an emotional, behavioral, or mental health-related matter, they should be referred to the proper service within the Student Health Center. In situations where the student creates an impression that they are a danger to themselves or others, the advisor should immediately contact the Assistant Dean for Care, the Dean of Students, or the appropriate law enforcement agency. The employee, outside of those rights contained within FERPA, should create no impression of client or patient confidentiality.

 

APPLICATIONS:

Applications will be accepted online on the LSU Careers website. Please direct all nominations and inquiries for the position to Ret. Colonel Joseph Musacchia, Commandant, at [email protected]. The search committee will begin reviewing applications immediately and continue to accept applications and nominations until the position is filled. Requested application materials include a letter of interest, curriculum vitae or resume, and the names, telephone numbers, and e-mail addresses of at least three professional references. Salary will be competitive and commensurate with qualifications. An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

   

Additional Job Description:

Special Instructions:

Requested application materials include a letter of interest, curriculum vitae or resume, and the names, telephone numbers, and e-mail addresses of at least three professional references. For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact Ret. Colonel Joseph Musacchia at [email protected].

   

Skills Needed:

Administrative Procedures, Communication, Confidentiality, Meeting Management, Problem Solving, Scheduling, Task Management, Travel Planning

   

Preferred Skills:

   

Posting Date:

September 2, 2026

   

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

December 31, 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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