Assistant Director of Fraternity & Sorority Life

Belmont University•Belmont, CA

About The Position

The Assistant Director of Fraternity & Sorority Life (ADFSL) works in Belmont University’s Office of Student Engagement and oversees the daily operations of fraternity and sorority organizations. Reporting to the Associate Dean of Students, Leadership & Engagement, the ADFSL manages the Coordinator of Student Engagement and provides support and guidance to student leaders, faculty, staff, and external advisors. The role promotes leadership development and ensures compliance with university policies and applicable legislation. The ADFSL plans and executes major fraternity and sorority events, including recruitment and philanthropic initiatives, and works to maintain a safe and inclusive community through education and compliance with hazing and harm-reduction policies. The position collaborates with departments across campus, facilitates training, manages records and data, and promotes effective communication within the fraternity and sorority community. In partnership with the ADLE, the ADFSL leads sustainable expansion and growth efforts for fraternity and sorority life at Belmont. Peak periods include early spring recruitment for Panhellenic and IFC, FS Live in April, and early fall activities such as the Bruin Link Fair, Welcome Week, and fraternity and sorority leader trainings. The role requires availability for events on nights and weekends.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Student Personnel, Higher Education, Counseling, or a related discipline.
1–3 years of required experience.
Availability for events on nights and weekends.
Sound judgment and ability to manage sensitive situations, crises, and conflict with discretion.
Knowledge of fraternity and sorority structures, including Panhellenic, Interfraternity, National Pan-Hellenic, and multicultural or affinity councils.
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to work effectively with students, faculty, staff, alumni, parents, and national headquarters representatives.
Strong project management skills and ability to plan and execute large-scale events.
Ability to balance competing priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Strategic thinking and ability to align goals with departmental and university priorities.
Collaborative, student-centered approach to leadership and advising.
Ability to respond to high-pressure situations, thrive in a hard-working environment, and work effectively with a wide range of constituencies.
Completion of a background check satisfactory to the University.

Nice To Haves

4–6 years of experience.

Responsibilities

Lead and support the strategic efforts and daily operations of Fraternity and Sorority Life, providing guidance to chapters, councils, and their national headquarters.
Manage recruitment and intake processes across fraternity and sorority organizations and ensure compliance with university and governing-body policies.
Set strategic goals aligned with team, departmental, and university goals and objectives.
Develop and distribute resources that promote best practices and operational efficiency.
Manage and oversee the Coordinator of Student Engagement.
Oversee fraternity and sorority philanthropic initiatives involving national and local nonprofits and alumni giving.
Lead and advise governing councils and affiliated organizations, including assisting with financial management, budgeting, and online presence.
Deliver and evaluate individual and group leadership development trainings.
Provide regular reporting on risk management, community programming, and adherence to organizational standards.
Maintain records of fraternity and sorority membership, academic performance, disciplinary actions, and governing council documentation.
Collaborate with campus departments to support cross-campus initiatives and enhance the student experience.
Support a safe and inclusive fraternity and sorority community through education and compliance with hazing and harm-reduction policies and legislation.