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
Click here for the Application For Employment
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) requires organizations to invite applicants to self-identify race and gender. Completion of this data is voluntary and will not affect your opportunity for employment, or terms or conditions of employment. This form will be used for reporting purposes only and will be kept separate from all other personnel records only accessed by the Human Resources department. Please return completed forms to the HR department in a separate email from your application to hr@lcuniversity.edu.
Current Open Positions:
PURPOSE:
ESSENTIAL FUNCTION:
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Fixed Assets
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Assist with the initial identification and classification of capital expenditures and enter all required fixed asset information into the University's fixed asset accounting system.
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Ensure all newly acquired capital equipment is properly tagged and recorded in a timely manner.
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Conduct periodic physical inventories of capital equipment and reconcile physical inventory results to accounting records.
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Provide periodic fixed asset inventory listings to custodial departments and assist with resolving discrepancies.
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Assist with year-end accounting procedures as assigned.
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Maintain organized and complete documentation to support internal controls and annual audit requirements.
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Assist with research and resolution of accounting discrepancies and other financial record issues.
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Accounts Receivable
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Communicate professionally with students, parents, and other authorized parties regarding student account balances, billing inquiries, payments, and account discrepancies while maintaining FERPA compliance.
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Process receipts, balance daily transactions, and assist with the timely deposit of institutional funds.
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Research and resolve discrepancies related to student accounts, payments, charges, credits, and adjustments.
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Assist with payment plan administration and monitoring as assigned.
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Assist with the reconciliation of student accounts and other receivable balances to the University's accounting records.
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Provide support to the Bursar in the daily administration of student accounts.
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Serve as a backup to the Bursar during periods of vacation, illness, or other approved absences.
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Institutional Advancement Support — Temporary Assignment
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Provide temporary administrative and accounting support to Institutional Advancement as needed.
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Perform accurate and timely data entry of donations, donor information, and gift-related records.
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Assist with the processing and documentation of gifts and donations in accordance with University procedures.
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Maintain organized documentation for gifts and donations to support accounting, reporting, and audit requirements.
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This assignment is intended to provide temporary operational support to Institutional Advancement and may be modified or discontinued based on departmental staffing and operational needs.
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QUALIFICATIONS:
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Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field preferred; equivalent education and relevant experience may be considered.
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Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
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Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
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Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
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Ability to work independently while also functioning effectively as part of a team.
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Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities and meet established deadlines.
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Commitment to providing professional and courteous service to students, parents, faculty, staff, and other University constituents.
- Knowledge of accounting, accounts receivable, cash-receipt, and reconciliation practices.
- Ability to process and reconcile student payments, donations, pledge payments, rent, and other receipts.
- Ability to interpret and consistently apply policies and maintain audit-ready documentation.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
- Ability to collaborate effectively while maintaining appropriate segregation of duties.
- Ability to sit and work at a computer for extended periods.
- Ability to communicate effectively in person, by telephone, and electronically.
- Ability to occasionally lift and carry office materials weighing up to 20 pounds.
- Ability to perform other physical requirements associated with the position.
- 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(opens in new tab).
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.
PURPOSE:
ESSENTIAL FUNCTION:
- Process all financial aid for undergraduate & graduate students, this includes institutional & outside scholarships, federal loans, federal work-study, state & federal grants & TOPS.
- Maintaining the student’s financial aid files
- Basic secretarial duties: answering the phone, filing, assisting students who come into the lobby for financial aid help.
- Assisting with maintaining Federal work-study for students. This includes checking eligibility, creating work-study agreements and making sure all work-study timesheets are turned in and calculated correctly before turning them over to Payroll.
- Assisting students with any FAFSA or studentaid.gov issues they may have
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Collaborates with other departments on campus.
- Performs other duties as requested.
- Will be required to work a few Saturdays a year for special events i.e. Front of the Line, Preview Day
- May be asked to visit local High Schools for special FAFSA workshops we are invited to.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES:
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Ability to adhere to all policies, rules and regulations of the University, State policies regarding TOPS and grants, and federal policies concerning student’s financial aid.
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Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment as needed.
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Ability to attend seminars, meetings, and other professional development opportunities at or away from LCU.
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Ability to organize work effectively, conceptualize and prioritize objectives, and exercise independent judgment based on an understanding of organizational, state & federal policies.
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Ability to communicate effectively – orally, by phone, in person, and in writing.
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Ability to respond to emergency situations in a timely manner.
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Ability to represent the department and University in a friendly, courteous, and professional manner.
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Ability to use a personal computer and other office equipment including university software and email
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Required: Four year college Business degree preferably in Accounting or Management, OR at least five years of related experience.
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Experience working in Financial Aid is a plus
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Five years of experience working in accounting or business fields
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Database management and technology skills are required
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Experience with integrated financial aid/student information systems and proficiency with PowerFAIDS financial aid software preferred.
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Ability to operate computer and other equipment, answer telephone calls and direct telephone calls, and use email and text messaging to communicate effectively with a variety of constituents
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Ability to travel locally, regionally, and nationally for brief periods of time for training or seminars
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Ability to work nights and weekends and on-call when the need arises
- 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(opens in new tab).
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.
PURPOSE:
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- 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.
Physical Requirements: Must be able to drive.
- 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.