Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Effective time management skills. Attention to detail with administrative issues and committed to accuracy with information. Ability to work effectively under pressure while maintaining professionalism, collegiality, and excellent service.

Position Duites & Responsibilities: •Manage all Department of Athletics game day concessions/gate/student workers •Oversee all cash handling and deposits •Coordinate gym/field rentals with Events Management •Oversee all athletic contracts •Lead contact for all National Tournament Events •Administrative functions to assist Athletic Director and Coaching Staff •Assist with operation of the Athletic Business Office. •Serve as the primary coordinate for all Athletic special events (Hall of Fame, Golf Tournament, Athletic Awards Banquet, etc.) •Coordinate all Department of Athletics student workers. •Other duties and special projects as assigned by the Director of Athletics

Core Competencies: •Communication: Ability to adjust communication style to suit the audience/customer/situation. •Collaboration: Ability to work effectively in group settings. •Service to Customer and LSUS: Ability to focus on providing positive experiences for stakeholders. •Delivering Results: Ability to focus on achieving outcomes. •Problem-Solving: Ability to overcome barriers to success. •Leading Others: Ability to inspire, guide, and support individuals and teams towards achieving common goals.

Physical and Environmental Demands Physical Demands •Lifting/Carrying: Frequently lift and carry 10–25 lbs., occasionally lift and carry up to 50 lbs. •Standing/Walking : Significant time spent standing or walking during the workday. •Pushing/Pulling : Requires exertion of force to move objects within the weight ranges above. •Manual Dexterity: Frequent use of hands for handling, grasping, and reaching. •Postural Activities: May involve occasional bending, stooping, crouching, or climbing. Environmental Demands •Work Setting : Both indoor and outdoor tasks depending on job requirements. •Exposure: Possible exposure to moderate noise levels, temperature variations, and occasional dust or fumes. •Safety Considerations: Requires adherence to safety protocols for lifting and handling materials.

For more information about this vacancy, click on the provided link https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/louisiana/jobs/5346243/athletics-chief-of-staff and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.

Required Qualifications: 
•    Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution. 
LSUS values skills, experience and expertise. Candidates who have relevant experience in key job responsibilities are encouraged to apply - a degree is not required if the candidate possesses applicable years of experience. 
•    Progressive experience assisting with events or operations.
•    Must be a hard-working, creative, and team-oriented individual with excellent               organizational skills.
•    Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.

Preferred Qualifications:
•    Master’s Degree from an accredited institution
•    Two years of progressive experience overseeing athletic events or operations.
•    Experience in athletic marketing
•    Experience in game day management including cash handling, concessions, and ticketing
•    Strong professional writing, editing, and verbal communication skills. 

About Louisiana State University in Shreveport

The LSU name and stellar reputation. The Louisiana State University System is a multi-campus, multipurpose system of higher education, accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, encompassing all Louisiana, and exerting a major influence on the economic, social, and cultural life of its citizens. Small class size to maximize individualized instruction. LSUS classes are smaller than most classes at comparable institutions. The typical student/teacher ratio at LSUS is 19/1, lending to individualized instruction and personalized learning. At LSUS, you are not a number, you are a student. Most professors will know you by name and take time to get to know your learning style and special needs. Outstanding faculty, 80% have terminal degrees. LSUS has one of the best educated faculties in the state. Eighty percent of the faculty has a terminal degree, meaning they have earned the highest degree offered in their field of expertise. At LSUS, you are learning from the most highly trained faculty members. Nationally ranked NAIA athletic teams. The LSUS Pilots compete in the Red River Athletic Conference, affiliated with the National Association of Intercollegiate ...Athletics (NAIA). The Pilots compete in baseball, men's and women's basketball, men's and women's soccer, and women's tennis. The Pilot athletic teams have all won conference championships in the past few years and are a regular participant in the NAIA National Tournament. Convenient location in the state and in the city. Shreveport is in the heart of the AR-LA-TX, just three hours from Dallas, Texas, Little Rock, Arkansas, and Jackson, Mississippi. LSUS is located in the fastest growing section of Shreveport. Students have easy access to shopping, movies, and restaurants. Students without vehicles will find Shreveport to be easily navigated by bus. Affordable tuition. A quick comparison of comparable institutions will show you that LSUS is very affordable. In addition, LSUS offers various forms of financial aid, including scholarships, on-campus employment, graduate assistantships. Finances should not stop you from achieving your goals of a high quality education.

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