Inside Higher Ed
Associate Director, Fraternity & Sorority Life
Inside Higher Ed, Oxford, Ohio, United States, 45056
Associate Director, Fraternity & Sorority Life
Location:
Oxford, Ohio
Salary:
$55,500.00 - $60,000.00
Job Description Summary The Associate Director of Fraternity and Sorority Life works with the Director to enhance and improve student engagement and leadership at Miami University. The office is located in the Center for Student Engagement, Activities, and Leadership along with the Wilks Institute for Leadership and Service. The Associate Director supervises staff, advises student leaders, and oversees leadership programs while partnering with students, campus partners, alumni, faculty, staff and inter‑national organizations to improve the Miami University student experience.
Responsibilities
Coordinate student leader advising and management of the fraternity and sorority chapter services team.
Serve as a chapter services liaison, advising chapters, working with national headquarters staff and local chapter and housing corporation officers.
Supervise three Assistant Directors who provide direct advisement and support to the council presidents of the Panhellenic Association, the National Pan‑Hellenic Council, the Multicultural Greek Council and the Interfraternity Council.
Support the management of the Sorority Living Learning Community assignment process and the Interfraternity Council 2nd Year Housing Exemption process (in conjunction with Campus Services).
Assist the Director in marketing and communication efforts for the department.
Build relationships, develop resources and support local and national advisory groups.
Assist in the production, collection, and management of accurate membership records, recruitment statistics, and scholarship reports.
Maintain regular communication and collaborative relationships with constituents in the City of Oxford, the Division of Student Life and other university offices.
Provide leadership for the office in establishing and fulfilling its mission and strategic priorities, and in conducting daily operations and responsibilities.
Assist the Director with donor relations and stewardship initiatives.
Support and maintain office standards and policies.
Develop and provide oversight for office‑wide signature programs, workshops, and leadership retreats, including program and curriculum design as well as workshop facilitation.
Actively participate in Student Life and University Committees.
Other duties as assigned, provided they support the mission of the Cliff Alexander Office of Fraternity and Sorority Life and the Wilks Institute for Leadership and Service.
Other Opportunities / Responsibilities
Involvement in special projects with the Division of Student Life.
Involvement with departmental, divisional, and university‑wide committees and task forces.
Facilitation of national/international leadership programs, retreats and institutes.
Participation in the Association of Fraternity Advisors (AFA).
Participation in the Association of Fraternal Leadership and Values (AFLV).
Generous professional development opportunities including certifications and credentials.
Minimum Qualifications
Master’s Degree in College Student Personnel / Student Affairs or related field.
Three (3) to five (5) years professional experience in Student Activities and/or Fraternity and Sorority Life and/or working with an inter‑national headquarters staff.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s Degree in Higher Education Administration or related field.
Certifications in personal assessment instruments (e.g., Clifton Strengths, MBTI, Emotional Intelligence).
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge and effective application of collegiate leadership development theory.
Experience in fraternity and sorority advising, program/event planning, leadership development, alcohol education and/or hazing prevention.
Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
Knowledge of best practices and the ability to infuse research with practical experience to create intentional leadership programs for fraternity and sorority life.
Outstanding leadership, management and interpersonal skills to relate and work with faculty, students, parents, staff and community members.
Willingness to work in a team‑oriented and collaborative environment.
Willingness to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Familiarity with social media accounts and website maintenance.
Experience working on an inter‑national headquarters staff or as a volunteer for an inter‑national organization.
Required Application Documents Resume and cover letter.
Additional Information A criminal background check is required. All campuses are smoke‑ and tobacco‑free.
This organization participates in E‑Verify.
Remote Work Remote work is not a right, it is a work arrangement that can be modified or revoked by Miami University at any time for any reason, including the convenience of the University.
Reasonable Accommodations Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to
ADAFacultyStaff@miamioh.edu
or 513‑529‑3560.
Equal Opportunity / Affimative Action Statement Miami University is an Equal‑Opportunity / Affimative Action employer and encourages applications from protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Miami University prohibits harassment, discrimination and retaliation on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex/gender, status as a parent or foster parent, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities, programs or employment practices.
Miami University Values Statement Miami University is a scholarly community whose members believe that a liberal education is grounded in qualities of character as well as of intellect. We respect the dignity of other persons, the rights and property of others, and the right of others to hold and express disparate beliefs. We believe in honesty, integrity, and the importance of moral conduct. We defend the freedom of inquiry that is the heart of learning and combine that freedom with the exercise of judgment and the acceptance of personal responsibility.
Clery Act As part of the University’s commitment to maintaining a healthy and safe living, learning, and working environment, please read Miami University’s Annual Security & Fire Safety Report at:
http://www.MiamiOH.edu/campus-safety/annual-report/index.html
which contains information about campus safety, crime statistics, and our drug and alcohol abuse and prevention program designed to prevent the unlawful possession, use, and distribution of drugs and alcohol on campus and at university events and activities. This report also contains information on programs and policies designed to prevent and address sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking.
Labor Law Posters for Applicants Please visit our Labor Law Posters webpage to access all relevant and applicable labor law information.
Contact For accessibility accommodations:
ADAFacultyStaff@miamioh.edu
or 513‑529‑3560.
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Oxford, Ohio
Salary:
$55,500.00 - $60,000.00
Job Description Summary The Associate Director of Fraternity and Sorority Life works with the Director to enhance and improve student engagement and leadership at Miami University. The office is located in the Center for Student Engagement, Activities, and Leadership along with the Wilks Institute for Leadership and Service. The Associate Director supervises staff, advises student leaders, and oversees leadership programs while partnering with students, campus partners, alumni, faculty, staff and inter‑national organizations to improve the Miami University student experience.
Responsibilities
Coordinate student leader advising and management of the fraternity and sorority chapter services team.
Serve as a chapter services liaison, advising chapters, working with national headquarters staff and local chapter and housing corporation officers.
Supervise three Assistant Directors who provide direct advisement and support to the council presidents of the Panhellenic Association, the National Pan‑Hellenic Council, the Multicultural Greek Council and the Interfraternity Council.
Support the management of the Sorority Living Learning Community assignment process and the Interfraternity Council 2nd Year Housing Exemption process (in conjunction with Campus Services).
Assist the Director in marketing and communication efforts for the department.
Build relationships, develop resources and support local and national advisory groups.
Assist in the production, collection, and management of accurate membership records, recruitment statistics, and scholarship reports.
Maintain regular communication and collaborative relationships with constituents in the City of Oxford, the Division of Student Life and other university offices.
Provide leadership for the office in establishing and fulfilling its mission and strategic priorities, and in conducting daily operations and responsibilities.
Assist the Director with donor relations and stewardship initiatives.
Support and maintain office standards and policies.
Develop and provide oversight for office‑wide signature programs, workshops, and leadership retreats, including program and curriculum design as well as workshop facilitation.
Actively participate in Student Life and University Committees.
Other duties as assigned, provided they support the mission of the Cliff Alexander Office of Fraternity and Sorority Life and the Wilks Institute for Leadership and Service.
Other Opportunities / Responsibilities
Involvement in special projects with the Division of Student Life.
Involvement with departmental, divisional, and university‑wide committees and task forces.
Facilitation of national/international leadership programs, retreats and institutes.
Participation in the Association of Fraternity Advisors (AFA).
Participation in the Association of Fraternal Leadership and Values (AFLV).
Generous professional development opportunities including certifications and credentials.
Minimum Qualifications
Master’s Degree in College Student Personnel / Student Affairs or related field.
Three (3) to five (5) years professional experience in Student Activities and/or Fraternity and Sorority Life and/or working with an inter‑national headquarters staff.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s Degree in Higher Education Administration or related field.
Certifications in personal assessment instruments (e.g., Clifton Strengths, MBTI, Emotional Intelligence).
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge and effective application of collegiate leadership development theory.
Experience in fraternity and sorority advising, program/event planning, leadership development, alcohol education and/or hazing prevention.
Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
Knowledge of best practices and the ability to infuse research with practical experience to create intentional leadership programs for fraternity and sorority life.
Outstanding leadership, management and interpersonal skills to relate and work with faculty, students, parents, staff and community members.
Willingness to work in a team‑oriented and collaborative environment.
Willingness to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Familiarity with social media accounts and website maintenance.
Experience working on an inter‑national headquarters staff or as a volunteer for an inter‑national organization.
Required Application Documents Resume and cover letter.
Additional Information A criminal background check is required. All campuses are smoke‑ and tobacco‑free.
This organization participates in E‑Verify.
Remote Work Remote work is not a right, it is a work arrangement that can be modified or revoked by Miami University at any time for any reason, including the convenience of the University.
Reasonable Accommodations Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to
ADAFacultyStaff@miamioh.edu
or 513‑529‑3560.
Equal Opportunity / Affimative Action Statement Miami University is an Equal‑Opportunity / Affimative Action employer and encourages applications from protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Miami University prohibits harassment, discrimination and retaliation on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex/gender, status as a parent or foster parent, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities, programs or employment practices.
Miami University Values Statement Miami University is a scholarly community whose members believe that a liberal education is grounded in qualities of character as well as of intellect. We respect the dignity of other persons, the rights and property of others, and the right of others to hold and express disparate beliefs. We believe in honesty, integrity, and the importance of moral conduct. We defend the freedom of inquiry that is the heart of learning and combine that freedom with the exercise of judgment and the acceptance of personal responsibility.
Clery Act As part of the University’s commitment to maintaining a healthy and safe living, learning, and working environment, please read Miami University’s Annual Security & Fire Safety Report at:
http://www.MiamiOH.edu/campus-safety/annual-report/index.html
which contains information about campus safety, crime statistics, and our drug and alcohol abuse and prevention program designed to prevent the unlawful possession, use, and distribution of drugs and alcohol on campus and at university events and activities. This report also contains information on programs and policies designed to prevent and address sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking.
Labor Law Posters for Applicants Please visit our Labor Law Posters webpage to access all relevant and applicable labor law information.
Contact For accessibility accommodations:
ADAFacultyStaff@miamioh.edu
or 513‑529‑3560.
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