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University of Mississippi

Associate Director of Fraternity & Sorority Life

University of Mississippi, Oxford, Mississippi, United States, 38655

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University of Mississippi This Opportunity is for an Associate Director of Fraternity & Sorority Life with a public university work location in University, MS.

Department Summary The Office of Fraternity and Sorority Life seeks a highly motivated, student-centered, and dedicated professional to serve as the Associate Director to support the fraternity and sorority community. Under the supervision of the Director, the Associate Director serves as the second-in-command for the Office of Fraternity & Sorority Life (FSL), overseeing daily operations of a community comprised of 35 organizations and nearly 10,000 members, supervising four professional staff, and advancing the strategic mission of the fraternity and sorority community. Additionally, the Associate Director acts as a key liaison to the Office of Conflict Resolution and Student Conduct, integrating education, risk reduction, and conduct compliance into the holistic support of student organizations.

Role Specifications Classification and compensation information are provided by Human Resources. For details, please visit the University of Mississippi Human Resource Compensation Page.

Family – Student & Academic Services

Sub-Family – Student Programs

Career Track / Level – M2

Grade – 9

Salary Range: $75,000 - $85,000

Role Summary The Associate Director for Fraternity & Sorority Life plays a pivotal leadership role in advancing the strategic vision of a vibrant and values-based Greek community. Reporting to the Director, this position provides oversight for office operations, staff supervision, and community engagement while serving as a key liaison to campus partners and student leaders. The role requires strong leadership and supervision skills, with deep expertise in fraternity and sorority life programming and operations. Key strengths include understanding of conflict resolution, student conduct processes, harm reduction and wellness education, and stakeholder collaboration with the ability to develop student leaders and foster a safe, and values-driven community.

Key Responsibilities

Office & Staff Leadership: Support the Director in advancing strategic priorities, oversee office operations, and execute the vision for Fraternity & Sorority Life. Supervise, train, and evaluate Assistant Directors and staff. Lead internal staff meetings and provide guidance on complex community issues.

Council & Chapter Oversight: Oversee the advising structure for governing councils and chapters, ensuring consistency and support across all communities. Serve as secondary advisor and escalation point for student leadership, conduct issues, and crisis response. Plan and execute community-wide events.

Liaison to Student Organizations & Conduct Offices: Serve as the primary liaison between FSL and the Office of Conflict Resolution and Student Conduct. Guide student organizations on community standards, conflict resolution, and conduct expectations. Support leadership development.

Harm Reduction Education: Develop and lead hazing prevention programs for student organizations, with emphasis on fraternities and sororities. Deliver harm and risk reduction education including alcohol/drug education, event management, and mental health awareness.

Compliance & Data Reporting: Collect, analyze, and report data related to conduct cases, hazing incidents, and risk management to support Clery Act and related compliance. Prepare regular reports for university leadership.

Stakeholder Engagement & Collaboration: Collaborate with departments across campus to address student organization challenges and assist in crisis management and post-incident support.

Budget & Resource Oversight: Support the Director in managing office and council budgets and guide Assistant Directors in financial management within student councils and chapters.

Essential Functions These essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following. Additional essential functions may be identified and included by the hiring department.

Plan and execute student programs, activities, and services.

Evaluate and promote program strategies; recommend improvements to unit leadership.

Contribute to the design of student-focused programming and resources.

Resolve student questions and issues with discretion beyond established guidelines.

Monitor the program budget and approve expenditures.

Supervise day-to-day activities of unit staff and resolve routine personnel issues.

Minimum Education/Experience Education: Bachelor’s Degree

Experience: Three (3) years including supervisory experience

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s Degree in Higher Education Administration, College Student Personnel or related field

Five years of professional fraternity and sorority advising experience

EEO statement and employer information are kept in official postings. This description does not include all job duties; other duties may be assigned as needed.

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