Administrative / Staff Employment Opportunities
Louisiana Christian University is a private, Baptist, coeducational college of liberal arts and sciences with selected professional programs, located in Pineville, Louisiana. The College was founded in 1906 and is governed by a Board of Trustees appointed by the Louisiana Baptist Convention. It has an enrollment of about 1200 students and is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
Must be a visible CHRISTIAN leader and give witness as a person who lives a life that honors the Lord Jesus Christ and is consonant with the Statement of Christian Standards of Louisiana Christian University and the Baptist Faith and Message
All offers of employment are based upon satisfactory completion of background screening checks.
Louisiana Christian University is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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Current Open Positions:
The Director of Student Activities and First-Year Experience at Louisiana Christian University is responsible for providing visionary leadership and strategic oversight of campus-wide student engagement initiatives. This role will design, implement, and coordinate a dynamic range of student activities and first-year experience programs that foster community, support student development, and enhance the holistic collegiate experience in alignment with LCU’s mission to develop servant leaders grounded in Christian faith and values.
The Director will oversee all student clubs, organizations, honor societies, fraternities, and sororities, ensuring they operate effectively and in accordance with university policies. Additionally, the Director will collaborate with university departments and stakeholders to create a robust, faith-integrated calendar of social, recreational, and co-curricular events for students, faculty, staff, and alumni.
The position requires a proactive and flexible leader who is willing to share campus-wide on-call responsibilities, including nights and weekends, and respond promptly to crisis or emergency situations as needed.
This is a full-time, 12-month salaried position, available for immediate hire.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Director of Student Activities
- Provide guidance and support to the Union Board by attending meetings and advising on student programs and events.
- Collaborate with the Union Board to develop and implement a robust calendar of student-focused activities for the academic year.
- Assist in the planning, coordination, and execution of Union Board events and initiatives.
- Supervise Student Center operations, including hiring, training, scheduling, evaluating, and managing student workers.
- Design, implement, and assess campus-wide social programs and student engagement initiatives to ensure high participation and meaningful experiences.
- Attend Student Government Association (SGA) meetings and provide strategic advice on programming and leadership development.
- Support SGA leadership in setting annual goals and measurable outcomes aligned with LCU’s mission.
- Guide SGA in the development of new student organizations, service-learning groups, sororities, and fraternities that reflect Christian values and servant leadership.
- Assist emerging organizations in securing faculty/staff sponsors and recruiting student members.
- Collaborate with SGA to plan and implement a comprehensive calendar of student events, including Homecoming-related activities.
- Organize and facilitate monthly President’s Table meetings with all student organization leaders to foster collaboration, leadership, and communication.
Director of First-Year Experience
- Lead the strategic planning, implementation, and assessment of all aspects of the First-Year Experience (FYE) program for first-time freshmen and transfer students.
- Oversee the recruitment, selection, training, and supervision of peer mentors (Wildcat Navigators) and faculty academic coaches.
- Facilitate regular meetings with Wildcat Navigators and academic coaches to ensure alignment, accountability, and continual development.
- Partner with the Director of Residential Life and Engagement to design and execute dynamic fall and spring orientation and transition programs.
- Manage budgets related to Orientation and First-Year Experience programming, ensuring effective resource allocation and stewardship.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of FYE programming using both qualitative and quantitative measures to drive continuous improvement and innovation.
- Analyze program data to inform decision-making and enhance the transitional experience for incoming students.
- Perform additional duties as assigned in support of the university’s mission and student success initiatives.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Preferred
- Master’s Degree in Student Development, Human Development, Education, Administration or related field.
Required
- Bachelor’s Degree in Student Development, Human Development, Education, Administration or related field.
Experience
- Knowledge of higher education and experience in a public or private school of higher education.
- Experience in administration and supervision of professional personnel preferred.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Personal attributes of high caliber, such as intelligence, integrity, dependability, initiative, sensitivity, and creativity as determined by application, resume, references and interview.
- Physical ability to move around equipment to set up for events.
- Commitment to the essentials of the Christian faith.
- People are treated with dignity and respect.
- Relationships are built on honesty, integrity, and trust.
- Excellence is achieved through teamwork, leadership, and a strong work ethic
- Efficiency is achieved through wise management of human and financial resources.
The successful candidate will also demonstrate an active Christian faith and a calling to engage in a “Christ-centered community committed to Academic Excellence where students are equipped for Lives of Learning, Leading, and Serving.
Louisiana Christian University is an Equal Opportunity Employer
LCU staff application may be found here.
Louisiana Christian University is a private, Baptist, coeducational college of liberal arts and sciences with selected professional programs, located in Pineville, Louisiana. The College was founded in 1906 and is governed by a Board of Trustees appointed by the Louisiana Baptist Convention. It has an enrollment of about 1,200 students and is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
Must be a visible CHRISTIAN leader and give witness as a person who lives a life that honors the Lord Jesus Christ and is consonant with the Statement of Christian Standards of Louisiana Christian University and the Baptist Faith.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
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Serve as the athletic liaison to local and regional print and broadcast media.
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Manage coverage of sporting events involving LCU teams, or assign coverage of this function to another member of the LCU Athletic or Marketing Department.
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 Ensure that workers are hired and assigned to cover various game management functions for LC sporting events: public address announcer, music, scoreboard, etc.
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 Assist in the set-up & break-down of facilities for game day.
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 Develop game day advances and game day rosters.
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 Sell advertising for the football media guide.
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 Serve as the official statistician for all athletic teams. Train and oversee students or other paid workers to assist with gathering of game day statistics.
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 Set up game broadcast streams and work with the convergence media department when applicable.
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 Assist with game promotions when needed.
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 Report statistics to the NAIA, conference officials, and/or other sports authorities.
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 Oversee maintenance of all portions of the LCU Wildcats website.
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 Publish a newsletter three times a year for the Wildcat Athletic Association (WAA).
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Organize promotions for all LCU sports.
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 Work with the Marketing Department on all media contacts, including press conferences and press releases.
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 Work with the Marketing Department to develop and print athletic programs, print materials, and media guides.
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 Assist with Marketing for the athletics department.
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 Coordinate the development and implementation of a proactive media outreach program to print, radio, TV, and online media outlets.
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 Cut game highlights & make photo galleries for internal department use.
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 Perform other duties consistent with the SID position as assigned by the Athletic Director.
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 Some overnight travel to athletic events is required.
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Works cooperatively with the Director of Marketing. The SID submits all material to be printed to the Director of Marketing for approval in that office. The Director of University Communications is responsible for securing bids and print contracts.
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Works cooperatively with the Director of University Communications to sell advertising for the Football Media Guide. The Office of University Communications handles the layout and production of the media guide and other print media.
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Gathering and reporting statistical data to various bodies and for regulatory compliance with those bodies.
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Must be able to work cooperatively with the coaches of all sports at Louisiana University.
- Commitment to the essentials of the Christian faith.
- People are treated with dignity and respect.
- Relationships are built on honesty, integrity, and trust.
- Excellence is achieved through teamwork, leadership, and a strong work ethic
- Efficiency is achieved through wise management of human and financial resources.
The successful candidate will also demonstrate an active Christian faith and a calling to engage in a “Christ-centered community committed to Academic Excellence where students are equipped for Lives of Learning, Leading, and Serving.
Louisiana Christian University is an Equal Opportunity Employer
LCU staff application may be found here.
Louisiana Christian University is a private, Baptist, coeducational college of liberal arts and sciences with selected professional programs, located in Pineville, Louisiana. The College was founded in 1906 and is governed by a Board of Trustees appointed by the Louisiana Baptist Convention. It has an enrollment of about 1,200 students and is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
Must be a visible CHRISTIAN leader and give witness as a person who lives a life that honors the Lord Jesus Christ and is consonant with the Statement of Christian Standards of Louisiana Christian University and the Baptist Faith.
- Staff Supervision (after 6 months)
- Oversee the work of the Front Desk Staff
- Schedule shifts for the Front Desk Staff
- Fill in at the front desk whenever an employee is unable to work
- Help in the oversight of all additional staff
- Membership Paperwork
- Enter all new membership applications
- Process all resignations
- Process all change forms
- Enter LCU student paperwork
- Manager On Duty
- Share in weekends on call once a month to open the gym on Saturday and Sunday
- Answer calls from the staff for any questions or emergencies
- Miscellaneous Tasks
- Assist with towel service when there is no morning fit staff
- Field phone calls from members daily
- Data entry for our new 24-hour card reader (BRIVO)
- Oversee staff CPR certifications
- Complete accident reports for LCU security when a member is injured
- Manage locker rentals
Louisiana Christian University is an Equal Opportunity Employer
LCU staff application may be found here.
Louisiana Christian University is a private, Baptist, coeducational college of liberal arts and sciences with selected professional programs, located in Pineville, Louisiana. The College was founded in 1906 and is governed by a Board of Trustees appointed by the Louisiana Baptist Convention. It has an enrollment of about 1,200 students and is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
Must be a visible CHRISTIAN leader and give witness as a person who lives a life that honors the Lord Jesus Christ and is consonant with the Statement of Christian Standards of Louisiana Christian University and the Baptist Faith.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Patrols assigned area to deter and detect crime and apprehend violators; patrols parking lots and buildings to ensure their security.
- Notifies local authorities of theft, trespassing, fire or other unusual events; coordinates with other law enforcement agencies as necessary.
- Apprehends and transports suspects when appropriate.
- Provides emergency procedures for members of the campus community when appropriate.
- Conducts and participates in campus crime prevention programs.
- Provides escort services for the campus community and provides transportation when requested; issues traffic and parking citations.
- Makes building checks to ensure doors are locked, windows are closed, and lights turned on or off as appropriate; locks and unlocks offices and buildings as directed.
- Provides security at special events.
- Performs other related duties as required.
- Commitment to the essentials of the Christian faith.
- People are treated with dignity and respect.
- Relationships are built on honesty, integrity, and trust.
- Excellence is achieved through teamwork, leadership, and a strong work ethic
- Efficiency is achieved through wise management of human and financial resources.
The successful candidate will also demonstrate an active Christian faith and a calling to engage in a “Christ-centered community committed to Academic Excellence where students are equipped for Lives of Learning, Leading, and Serving.
Louisiana Christian University is an Equal Opportunity Employer
LCU staff application may be found here.
Louisiana Christian University is a private, Baptist, coeducational college of liberal arts and sciences with selected professional programs, located in Pineville, Louisiana. The College was founded in 1906 and is governed by a Board of Trustees appointed by the Louisiana Baptist Convention. It has an enrollment of about 1,200 students and is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
Must be a visible CHRISTIAN leader and give witness as a person who lives a life that honors the Lord Jesus Christ and is consonant with the Statement of Christian Standards of Louisiana Christian University and the Baptist Faith.
The Groundskeeper is responsible for the maintenance, upkeep, and beautification of the school grounds during all seasons. The Groundskeeper ensures plant growth and the cleanliness of the grounds, and also performs lawn care.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Mowing lawn and weed eating.
- Performing daily lawn care which includes watering, raking, and blowing leaves.
- Planting shrubs, flowers, and trees.
- Perform regular weeding and mulching landscaped beds.
- Trimming small trees, hedges, and shrubs.
- Monitoring and maintaining plant health.
- Watering garden, lawns, and landscapes.
- Removing unwanted, dead, or damaged trees.
- Keep flower beds and college grounds clean by picking up any trash or dead branches and plants.
- Fertilizing lawn and plants and using pesticides as needed.
- Preparing outdoors area for various weather conditions by weatherproofing, covering outdoor furniture, tying down unsecured items, etc.
- Assisting with after storm clean up.
- Performing regular custodial work such as clearing debris on walkways and disposing of it in proper containers
OTHER DUTIES:
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A willingness to serve the broader college community through service and committee work.
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Performs other related duties as required.
- Commitment to the essentials of the Christian faith.
- People are treated with dignity and respect.
- Relationships are built on honesty, integrity, and trust.
- Excellence is achieved through teamwork, leadership, and a strong work ethic
- Efficiency is achieved through wise management of human and financial resources.
The successful candidate will also demonstrate an active Christian faith and a calling to engage in a “Christ-centered community committed to Academic Excellence where students are equipped for Lives of Learning, Leading, and Serving.
Louisiana Christian University is an Equal Opportunity Employer
LCU staff application may be found here.
Louisiana Christian University is a private, Baptist, coeducational college of liberal arts and sciences with selected professional programs, located in Pineville, Louisiana. The College was founded in 1906 and is governed by a Board of Trustees appointed by the Louisiana Baptist Convention. It has an enrollment of about 1,200 students and is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
Must be a visible CHRISTIAN leader and give witness as a person who lives a life that honors the Lord Jesus Christ and is consonant with the Statement of Christian Standards of Louisiana Christian University and the Baptist Faith.
The Assistant Coach will serve the LCU Wildcat Debate team by helping execute weekly practice and assisting students at tournaments throughout the semester. The expectations are 2 hours a week for practice and attending/traveling for 3-4 debate trips on weekends per semester. The assistant coach will be compensated with a small stipend and the fellowship of 15-20 of the best students on the planet. All expenses while traveling with the team will be covered.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Attend and help lead weekly practice with the team
- Research the latest trends and topics of the IPDA format
- Understand the IPDA debate format and help teach methodologies to students
- Watch practice debate rounds and give critiques to debaters
- Help prepare for and attend 3-4 debate tournaments per semester
- Assist the Coach with logistics (hotels, transportation, meal planning)
- Be able to drive team in university provided transportation to competitions
- Help team members prep cases and assist them finding competition rooms
- Assist in meal acquisition while team is in competition
- In certain instances when the Head Coach cannot travel, serve in their stead for the entire debate trip and competition
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:
- Excellent communication skills and ability to lead mini-lessons on debate topics
- Strong knowledge of debate processes and strategies
- Model Christian character and uphold LCU’s mission and vision
- A clean driving record and capability to drive a 15-passenger van (Including the ability to obtain a Chauffeurs license)
- Commitment to the essentials of the Christian faith.
- People are treated with dignity and respect.
- Relationships are built on honesty, integrity, and trust.
- Excellence is achieved through teamwork, leadership, and a strong work ethic
- Efficiency is achieved through wise management of human and financial resources.
The successful candidate will also demonstrate an active Christian faith and a calling to engage in a “Christ-centered community committed to Academic Excellence where students are equipped for Lives of Learning, Leading, and Serving.
Louisiana Christian University is an Equal Opportunity Employer
LCU staff application may be found here.
Louisiana Christian University is a private, Baptist, coeducational college of liberal arts and sciences with selected professional programs, located in Pineville, Louisiana. The College was founded in 1906 and is governed by a Board of Trustees appointed by the Louisiana Baptist Convention. It has an enrollment of about 1,200 students and is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
Must be a visible CHRISTIAN leader and give witness as a person who lives a life that honors the Lord Jesus Christ and is consonant with the Statement of Christian Standards of Louisiana Christian University and the Baptist Faith.