What are the responsibilities and job description for the Engineer Assistant position at Louisiana State University?
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Work Location: Office of Facilities Planning, Baton Rouge, LA
Position Description: This position manages small to medium size projects, organizes, coordinates, and directs (with supervision) multiple construction projects including regular site inspections and detailed observation reports. Ensure timely and effective communication with the project team (designers, supervisor, etc.) on important matters. Coordinate with Station/Resident Coordinator on work to be performed and address project issues, including state regulations and construction compliance. Coordinate projects, work with Resident Coordinator on outlining scope, obtaining quotes, and present to Director or designer for review and approval. Maintain and update project database, coordinate, develop and execute addenda, change orders, pay applications, time extension, etc. for facility construction projects such as laboratory and office buildings, irrigation and drainage systems, excavations, and land development, utility systems, etc. throughout the State. Conduct Topographic, Site Surveys, and mapping utilizing Total Station, GPS and Drone technologies for project development and design. Additional duties may include involvement in initial project investigation, project estimation, design and plan development (with supervision), utilizing AutoCAD to aid team in developing, organizing, and producing detailed plans and specifications for construction, renovation, and maintenance projects. In state travel with some overnights will be required. This position will be required to become a certified asbestos/lead inspector and training shall be provided.
Qualification Requirements: Bachelor’s degree and three (3) years’ related experience as an Engineering Assistant, and/or Project/Construction Management. Other degrees may qualify if combined with significant closely related course work or related job experience. Ability to independently perform site/topo surveys with the aforementioned equipment is required. Design experience, AutoCAD, and plan development experience are very desirable. 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).
Salary and Benefits: Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. 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 child care and medical expenses), university holidays (14 per year, typically includes a week off at Christmas), 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.
Date Available: Upon completion of interview process.
Application Deadline: April 9, 2025or until a suitable candidate is found.
Application Procedure: Qualified candidates must apply online at
https://lsu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/LSU
(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. (Paper, faxed, or emailed application materials will not be accepted.) In lieu of attaching the letters of reference, they may be sent directly to:Mr. Dale Frederick, M.S., P.E., Director
Office of Facilities Planning, LSU Agricultural Center
207 J. Norman Efferson Hall
Baton Rouge, LA 70803
Telephone: (225) 578-8731
Email:
dfrederick@agcenter.lsu.edu
Website:
www.lsuagcenter.com
The LSU Agricultural Center is a statewide campus of the LSU System and provides equal opportunities in programs and employment. An Equal Opportunity Employer.
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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 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.
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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 AgCenter’s website at www.lsuagcenter.com
.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 225-578-2258 or emailed
HRMHelp@agcenter.lsu.edu
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