- Location
- LSU - Alexandria, United States of America
- Type
- Part-time
- Department
- Human Resources
- Education
- Bachelor
- Closing date
- Today
- Source
- Workday
Description
About Us:
Louisiana State University of Alexandria is a publicly supported institution that provides undergraduate level college education to the citizens of Central Louisiana. The university is a unit of the LSU System and operates under the auspices of the Louisiana Board of Regents. LSUA is located in Rapides Parish.
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Job Posting Title:
Continuing Education - Thrive Coordinator
Position Type:
Professional / Unclassified
Department:
LSUA ASA - AH - Continuing Education (Alisha Ferrington (00085830))
Work Location:
LSU - Alexandria
Pay Grade:
Professional Hourly
Job Description:
Louisiana Continuing Education-Thrive Coordinator
The Thrive Program Coordinator supports implementation of Thrive Together: Healthy Eating, Active Living, Connected Communities. This position coordinates community-based programs, instructors, participants, partner sites, and program documentation to help ensure grant activities are delivered effectively throughout the service area.
Primary Responsibilities
- Coordinate Thrive classes, workshops, and community activities.
- Schedule programs with instructors and community partner sites.
- Communicate with participants, instructors, and partner organizations.
- Assist with participant registration, attendance, and program records.
- Coordinate program supplies, locations, and event logistics.
- Support outreach and promotion through community partners and LSUA channels.
- Collect participant surveys, attendance information, and other required program data.
- Maintain organized documentation to support grant reporting and evaluation.
- Assist with monitoring program schedules and grant deliverables.
- Support Thrive community events and special initiatives.
- Perform other grant-related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
- Ability to coordinate multiple programs, locations, and deadlines.
- Strong interpersonal and customer-service skills.
- Ability to work effectively with community partners and diverse populations.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ability to learn university systems.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or relevant experience in education, community outreach, health and wellness, program coordination, or a related area.
- Experience coordinating community programs, events, or grant-funded activities.
- Experience working with community organizations or diverse populations.
Additional Job Description:
Competencies:
NoneSpecial Instructions:
Application Instructions:Please attach a Resume/CV, a cover letter, 3 references and unofficial transcripts. Official transcripts will be required upon hire.
Skills Needed:
Communication, Customer Service, Database Management, Decision Making, Detail-Oriented, Following Protocols, Problem Solving, Task Organization
Preferred Skills:
Posting Date:
August 18, 2026
Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):
August 23, 2026
Additional Position Information:
Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.
Benefits - LSUA 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):
LSUA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
HCM Contact Information:
Questions or concerns can be directed to the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 318-473-6401 or emailed [email protected]
