Assistant Director Fraternity and Sorority Life - 531028

The University of Alabama•Tuscaloosa, AL

13d•$57,200 - $74,300

About The Position

The Assistant Director of Fraternity and Sorority Life advises and supports fraternities, sororities, and Greek governing councils, serving as the primary advisor to the Interfraternity Council (IFC). The role involves regular meetings with council officers, chapter presidents, and other chapter officers to develop student leaders in alignment with the department’s vision and mission. The Assistant Director supports the Director in building a growing, healthy Greek community recognized for its chapter experience and contributions to campus life. The community includes more than 70 social fraternities and sororities, over 13,000 student members, and 46 chapter housing facilities with approximately 1,900 residents. The position plans major council events, including recruitment, convocation, and new member education, and develops community-wide new member education strategies. It also develops and coordinates educational programs based on established learning outcomes, assesses their effectiveness, and oversees Greek-specific health and wellbeing initiatives. The Assistant Director serves as a liaison between the Office of Fraternity and Sorority Life and campus health and wellbeing offices. The Assistant Director must complete required training and promote a safe, hospitable, and respectful workplace. The role also carries personal accountability for financial reporting and responsibility for establishing, enforcing, and following internal processes and controls in accordance with University policies and procedures.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree and four years of fraternity and sorority life professional experience, or a master's degree and two years of fraternity and sorority life professional experience.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to adapt to a changing environment and handle multiple priorities.
Ability to build genuine relationships with student leaders, adapt to and support organizational culture, and guide student leader development through influence.
Knowledge of word-processing, spreadsheet, and database programs, including Campus Director and Chapter Builder recruitment software.
Familiarity with Qualtrics Survey Software.
Ability to conduct presentations and training workshops; effective communication and organizational skills.
Demonstrated commitment to supporting all students.

Nice To Haves

Undergraduate membership in an Inter/National Greek-letter organization is strongly preferred.
Master's degree in Higher Education, Student Affairs, College Student Personnel, Counseling, Communication, or a related field.
Three or more years of professional leadership experience in a higher education setting.
Related experience in student programming, advising Greek student groups and organizations, student unions, or other student-oriented activities.

Responsibilities

Advise and support fraternities, sororities, and Greek governing councils, serving as the primary advisor for the Interfraternity Council (IFC).
Meet regularly with council officers, chapter presidents, and other chapter officers to support student leadership development.
Plan major council events, including recruitment, convocation, and new member education.
Develop community-wide new member education strategies.
Develop and coordinate educational programs for fraternity and sorority members based on established learning outcomes, and assess their effectiveness.
Oversee the development and implementation of Greek-specific health and wellbeing initiatives.
Serve as a liaison between the Office of Fraternity and Sorority Life and health and wellbeing-related offices on campus.
Support the Director in developing a growing, healthy Greek community and quality chapter experiences.
Complete required training and promote a safe, hospitable, and respectful workplace.
Maintain personal accountability for financial reporting and establish, enforce, and follow internal processes and controls under University policies and procedures.