At the forefront of medical discovery as it relates to understanding the causes of obesity, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, cancer and dementia, Pennington Biomedical Research Center is a campus of Louisiana State University and conducts basic, clinical and population research. The Center includes Basic Science, Clinical Research, and Population and Public Health, enabling both focused research and translational science. Research at Pennington Biomedical is supported broadly by multiple NIH Research Centers, and includes approximately 65 faculty and 20 postdoctoral fellows who comprise a network of 44 laboratories and 13 highly specialized core service facilities. Pennington Biomedical is located within state-of-the-art research facilities on a 222-acre campus in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
Coordinator - Facilitiy Operations
Professional / Unclassified
LSUPBRC Admin - Fac - Administration (Trevor Munn (00086649))
LSU - Pennington Biomedical
Professional
Pennington Biomedical Research Center, a world-renowned academic research institute of Louisiana State University, is seeking a Coordinator of Facility Operations in Facilities Management.
The coordinator provides day-to-day operational responsibilities for facility support services, campus operations, and property management functions across the 222-acre campus. This position is responsible for purchase requests, bid requests, invoices, expense reports, fleet usage, data management, and other duties as assigned.
Pennington Biomedical is located within a state-of-the-art research facility which consists of 11 major buildings, including 44 laboratories and 13 highly specialized core service facilities, and over 750,000 square feet of working space.
Major Responsibilities
Serve as the primary point of contact for the Facilities Department, providing exceptional customer service to internal and external stakeholders. Receive, respond to, and process telephone, email, written, and walk-in inquiries regarding facilities operations, maintenance requests, building access, space utilization, and general departmental services. Route requests to the appropriate personnel and ensure timely follow-up and resolution.
Coordinate the organization's fleet vehicle program by processing vehicle reservations, maintaining fleet schedules, tracking vehicle usage, and ensuring accurate vehicle logs are completed. Coordinate routine maintenance, repairs, inspections, registrations, and fuel records to ensure fleet vehicles remain safe, compliant, and operational.
Maintain and monitor defensive driving certification records for all employees authorized to operate state-owned or leased vehicles. Track training completion and expiration dates, notify employees and supervisors of upcoming renewals, maintain compliance documentation, and ensure adherence to state and institutional driving policies.
Process and coordinate facilities work orders through the computerized maintenance management system. Review requests for completeness, prioritize and assign work as appropriate, monitor work order status, communicate with requestors regarding progress, and ensure accurate documentation of completed work.
Maintain departmental records, files, and databases related to facilities operations, fleet management, work orders, vendor services, and compliance requirements, ensuring information is accurate, organized, and readily accessible.
Prepare routine correspondence, reports, spreadsheets, and other administrative documents related to facilities operations.
Support departmental purchasing activities by preparing purchase requisitions, tracking invoices, maintaining service agreements, and assisting with budget documentation in accordance with institutional procurement policies.
Perform other administrative and operational support duties as assigned to ensure the efficient and effective operation of the Facilities Department as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree* in Facilities Management, Construction Management, Business Administration, Engineering, Industrial Technology, Public Administration, or a related field.*
Three to five years of progressively responsible experience in facilities operations, facilities coordination, maintenance administration, building operations, or a related operational support role.
Experience coordinating work orders, preventive maintenance programs, or computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
Experience providing administrative support in a facilities, operations, maintenance, construction, or property management environment.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
Valid driver's license and eligibility to operate state-owned vehicles in accordance with institutional policies.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience complex institutional facilities, coordinating fleet operations, vendor services, building access, space management, or maintenance contracts.
Knowledge of preventive maintenance practices, building systems, OSHA safety requirements, and applicable regulatory compliance.
Experience with purchasing, budgeting, invoice reconciliation, and contract administration.
Experience in preparing operational reports, analyzing facilities data, and recommending process improvements.
*Pennington Biomedical is committed to creating an inclusive space where our employees feel valued for their skills and uniqueness. If a candidate does not meet the minimum qualifications as listed, but has significant experience within the major job responsibilities, we welcome their application.
Pennington Biomedical Research Center seeks to recruit a highly productive workforce with a broad range of backgrounds and perspectives and will provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and prospective employees. Employment decisions shall be based strictly on merit and without regard to religious or political beliefs, sex, race, or any other non-merit factor.
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Interested candidates should include a resume and a list of three (3) professional references to the online application. Professional references should be the name, title, company, and contact information from past employers. Professional references should include current or previous supervisors and/or coworkers. Personal references should not be considered for the reference check process. We will respect the request that we not contact a current employer. However, we will need to contact a prior supervisor if such a request is made.
A letter of application/cover letter is recommended but not required. Official transcripts are required prior to hire and are not required at the time of application.
July 20, 2026
August 3, 2026
Pennington Biomedical is located within state-of-the-art research facilities on a 222-acre campus in Baton Rouge, Louisiana For more information, visit PBRC
Questions regarding career opportunities at Pennington Biomedical should be sent to hrm@pbrc.edu
Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.
Benefits - Pennington Biomedical Research Center 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.
Questions or concerns can be directed to PBRC Human Resources at 225-763-2776 or hrm@pbrc.edu
