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Job Posting Title:
Manager - Housing Programs and Conference Operations
Position Type:
Professional / Unclassified
Department:
LSUAM AA - SA - ResLife - CA - Dev - Guest Services (Mallory Taylor (00046984))
Work Location:
Old President's House
Pay Grade:
Professional
Job Description:
Manager - Housing Programs and Conference Operations
Reporting to the Assistant Director for Special Populations & Operations, the Manager is a full-time professional staff member on the assignments and occupancy management team in LSU Residential Life. They are responsible for the oversight of the summer conference program, managing the university’s off-campus housing resources and relationships, and coordinating the day-to-day operations of the summer intern housing program in addition to being on the summer conference leadership team. The Coordinator also serves as the primary occupancy management team member responsible for ensuring proper function within the StarRez online system as a liaison with ITS and other internal teams.
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES FOR THIS POSITION INCLUDE:
- Oversee summer housing and conference operations, including client coordination, service arrangements, staff supervision, and after-hours response.
- Administer and improve StarRez systems, reporting, and related processes.
- Resolve student, parent, and guest housing concerns and maintain resources that support consistent service.
- Contribute to departmental, divisional, and university-wide initiatives as assigned.
OPPORTUNITIES FOR LEADERSHIP:
Turn departmental priorities into well-coordinated programs
The Housing Programs and Guest Manager plans and delivers summer housing, conferences, camps, short courses, and early-arrival programs. By coordinating client needs, space, services, campus partners, and staff, the Manager helps ensure programs operate smoothly and support university recruitment and enrollment initiatives.
Improve the student and guest experience through responsive service and effective systems
The Manager responds to student, parent, and guest housing needs and uses feedback and post-event evaluations to inform service improvements. The role also strengthens the experience by improving StarRez processes, online resources, and communications so housing information and services are accurate, accessible, and easier to navigate.
Help students and guests feel informed, welcomed, and supported
Through clear communication, thoughtful housing arrangements, and timely resolution of concerns, the Manager helps students and guests understand what to expect and how to access support. The role works with campus partners to address assignment and roommate concerns, while applying university policies consistently and referring complex matters to the appropriate leadership.
ATTRIBUTES OF THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE:
- An independent, action-oriented professional who applies departmental policy and sound judgment to assignment decisions.
- A collaborative communicator who can build productive relationships with students, parents, faculty, staff, and campus partners.
- A detail-oriented user of StarRez and other enterprise databases who values accurate records, reporting, and quality control.
- A student- and service-centered problem solver who can respond thoughtfully to complaints, roommate conflicts, and sensitive assignment concerns.
- An organized professional with strong human-relations, customer-service, and communication skills and proficiency in Microsoft Word and spreadsheet software.
ABOUT THE DIVISION OF STUDENT AFFAIRS PRIORITIES:
In LSU Student Affairs, we create conditions that matter for student success. This priority guides how we approach our work, make decisions, and serve our students, their families, and our campus community. We pursue quality in all that we do. Students and staff deserve our best, every day, in every way. We consistently search for ways to always look to make it easy for students to succeed, whether by simplifying processes or removing barriers. We are LSU-centric as we think strategically and make decisions that advance LSU’s mission, priorities, and students. We lead with curiosity, explore possibilities, and remain open to better ideas, which means we always start with maybe. Finally, we prioritize relationships.
Responsibilities:
Summer Programs Management and Operations: (50%):
Manages the planning, coordination, and execution of summer housing programs and special group accommodations, including short courses, conferences, camps, and fall early arrivals, to promote a positive guest experience and support university recruitment and enrollment initiatives. Serves as the primary contact for conference and summer program clients throughout the event lifecycle, including facility tours, space assignments, contract coordination, service arrangements, billing coordination, and post-event evaluations. Evaluates program requirements, space availability, and operational resources to develop housing and service arrangements that meet guest needs while complying with university policies and procedures. Coordinates with campus departments and service providers to facilitate event logistics, resolve operational challenges, and ensure timely delivery of requested services. Leads and provides day-to-day supervision and guidance to summer conference assistants and conference desk assistants, with support from a graduate assistant, including staff scheduling, training, work assignments, and performance monitoring. Participates in the departmental on-call rotation and responds to after-hours operational issues and emergencies, applying established protocols and exercising sound judgment to resolve concerns and escalate significant incidents when appropriate.
StarRez Systems Administration and Process Improvement: (25%):
Manages the day-to-day administration and continuous improvement of the StarRez housing management system and associated online portals to enhance operational efficiency, data accuracy, and the user experience for students, guests, and university personnel. Identifies system functionality gaps and evaluates opportunities to streamline housing processes, improve accessibility, and reduce barriers to completing housing-related transactions. Serves as the primary operational liaison among Occupancy Management, Information Technology Services (ITS), business operations, and communications teams to coordinate system updates, troubleshoot issues, and support effective integration across departmental functions. Collaborates with ITS and campus partners to develop, maintain, and improve reports, dashboards, housing rosters, occupancy reports, and related communications. Coordinates system testing, documentation, and process updates to support consistent system performance and reliable housing information.
Student and Guest Services Management: (15%):
Manages the resolution of student, parent, and guest inquiries and concerns related to housing assignments, housing agreements, roommate requests, room changes, cancellations, and refund requests. Collaborates with Residential Education and other university partners to address roommate conflicts, assignment concerns, and escalated service issues in accordance with established policies and procedures. Provides accurate and timely guidance through email, telephone, in-person consultations, and other service channels. Evaluates individual cases, determines appropriate actions within delegated authority, and refers complex or policy-sensitive matters to the appropriate leadership or campus office. Develops, maintains, and updates forms and online resources supporting occupancy management, housing assignments, and special residential communities to improve communication, service consistency, and access to housing services.
Other Duties as Assigned (10%):
Other duties as assigned by the Executive Director, Residential Leadership team members, and direct supervisor. This includes but is not limited to efforts that support broad division/institution efforts including at least 40 hours per year spent helping divisional initiatives such as Move-In Day, Welcome Week, Family Weekend, Career Expo, Disability Services Finals Testing, other special projects etc.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree.
- Three years of experience in a related field.
LSU values skills, experience, and expertise. Candidates who have relevant experience in key job responsibilities are encouraged to apply—a degree is not required as long as the candidate meets the required years of experience specified in the job description.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Master’s degree in College Student Personnel, Higher Education, or a related field.
- At least Four years of experience in Student Affairs.
- Professional experience in occupancy management, residential education programs, student affairs, or a similar field.
APPLICATIONS:
Applications will be accepted online on the LSU Careers website. The search committee will begin reviewing applications immediately and continue to accept applications and nominations until the position is filled. Requested application materials include a letter of interest; curriculum vitae or resume; and the names, telephone numbers, and e-mail addresses of at least three professional references. One of the professional references needs to be your most recent supervisor. Salary will be competitive and commensurate with qualifications. An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS/EXPECTATIONS:
- Ability and willingness to work frequent evening and weekend hours.
- This position is considered essential under University Policy Statement 18 and may be required to report to or remain on campus during an emergency or closure.
As with all LSU employees, this position has an obligation to assist students in acquiring necessary services. Students seeking assistance with emotional, behavioral, or mental-health concerns should be referred to the appropriate service within the Student Health Center. If a student appears to be a danger to themselves or others, the employee should immediately contact the Care Team, the Dean of Students, or the appropriate law-enforcement agency. Outside the rights provided under FERPA, the employee should not create an impression of client or patient confidentiality.
Additional Job Description:
Special Instructions:
A copy of your transcript(s) may be attached to your application (if available). However, original transcripts are required prior to hire.
Please provide resume, cover letter, and three professional references including name, title, phone number and e-mail address.
Please attach ALL required documents under the "Resume/CV" section of your application.
Skills Needed:
Adaptability, Collaboration, Communication, Leadership, Policy Development, Project Management, Resource Management, Risk Mitigation
Preferred Skills:
Posting Date:
November 10, 2026
Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):
November 24, 2026
Additional Position Information:
Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.
Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!
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.
Essential Position (Y/N):
Y
LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain that valid work authorization throughout employment. Changes in laws, regulations, or government policies may impact the university’s ability to employ individuals in certain positions.
HCM Contact Information:
For questions or concerns related to updating your application with attachments (e.g., resumes, RS:17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or email HR@lsu.edu. For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact the department using the information provided in the Special Instructions section of this job posting.
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Document your housing credentials strategically
Gather your property management licenses, Certified Property Manager designation, and performance records before approaching employers. PERM requires your employer to demonstrate you meet the job's minimum requirements, so having organized credential documentation accelerates that verification step significantly.
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Use Migrate Mate to find Housing Manager roles at employers with confirmed EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship history. Targeting companies that have completed PERM filings for similar roles cuts your research time and raises your odds of a genuine offer.
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Prioritize employers with existing PERM infrastructure
Large property management companies, real estate investment trusts, and public housing authorities typically have in-house HR and immigration counsel familiar with PERM. Smaller landlords often lack the administrative capacity to run a compliant recruitment test, which is a required DOL step.
Understand the recruitment test before your offer
PERM requires your employer to advertise the position, document that no qualified U.S. worker applied, and submit that recruitment record to the DOL. Ask hiring managers directly whether their legal team has conducted PERM recruitment before, since an inexperienced sponsor risks denial and restarts the clock.
Track your priority date after I-140 approval
Once USCIS approves your I-140, your priority date is locked. If you change employers after your I-485 has been pending 180 days or more, AC21 portability lets you retain that date in a same or similar occupation, protecting years of waiting time.
Green Card Housing Manager: Frequently Asked Questions
Which green card category fits a Housing Manager role?
Most Housing Manager positions qualify under EB-3 as professional or skilled worker roles, since the job typically requires a bachelor's degree in business, real estate, or a related field plus relevant experience. Candidates with a master's degree or a bachelor's degree combined with five years of progressive housing management experience may qualify under EB-2, which has a faster priority-date queue in most countries.
How is green card sponsorship different from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
H-1B visa is a temporary nonimmigrant status requiring an LCA filed with DOL and a lottery for cap-subject petitions. Green card sponsorship through EB-2 or EB-3 leads to permanent residence and involves no lottery, but requires PERM labor certification, a DOL-supervised recruitment test, an I-140 petition with USCIS, and then adjustment of status or consular processing. The process is longer but results in permanent authorization to live and work in the United States.
What does the PERM recruitment test involve for Housing Manager positions?
The employer must advertise the Housing Manager role through specific channels, including print ads and job postings, over a defined period and document that no qualified, available U.S. worker applied for the position. DOL reviews this recruitment record to confirm the employer genuinely tested the domestic labor market before certifying the PERM application. Any procedural misstep can trigger an audit or denial.
How do I find Housing Manager employers that offer green card sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lists employers with verified EB-2 and EB-3 sponsorship history, searchable by role and city, so you can focus your applications on companies that have actually completed the PERM process for similar positions. Targeting employers with existing immigration infrastructure is the most reliable way to avoid a sponsorship commitment that stalls mid-process.
Can I change employers after my green card case is filed?
Yes, under two distinct rules. If your I-140 has been approved and you move to a new employer before filing I-485, the new employer can file a fresh PERM and I-140 but you may be able to retain your original priority date. If your I-485 has been pending for 180 days or more and you change to a same or similar occupation, AC21 portability lets you keep your place in the queue without starting over.