Program Director

Program Director

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 eight 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 www.lsuagcenter.com.

Position Description : The Program Director position's primary purpose is guiding the development of and directing day-to-day operations and supervising professional and support staff. Providing leadership and support staff to meet organizational goals. This position reports to the Professor and Director. Specific duties are as follows :

• Guiding the development of and directing the day-to-day operations of MEPOL. Supervising professional and support staff. Providing leadership and support to help staff meet organizational goals. Provide project deliveries and assist project managers with delivery as needed.
• Identifying and evaluating the needs of small to medium-sized manufacturers and providing available services to meet those needs. Assist in building strong partnerships with industry, and private and public service providers.
• Build solid relationships with partners and stakeholders to most effectively support manufacturers throughout Louisiana organizations in coordination with the Program Director.
• 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 8, 2025, or until a suitable candidate is identified.

Application Procedure : Qualified candidates must apply online using the LSU Workday Careers site 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 hrmhelp@agcenter.lsu.edu. 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

Email : ttiersch@agcenter.lsu.edu

Phone : (225) 578-6257

The LSU Agricultural Center is a statewide campus of the LSU System and provides equal opportunities in programs and employment.

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.