Sorority and Fraternity Life Ambassador Program Graduate Assistant

University of Texas at Austin

26d•$19•Onsite

About The Position

Sorority and Fraternity Life (SFL) is an area within the Office of the Dean of Students that provides members of sororities and fraternities with support, advisement, leadership opportunities and developmental programming to enhance their educational and membership experience. The SFL staff and graduate assistants serve as liaisons between the university and the five student-run governing councils - The Interfraternity Council (IFC), The National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC), The Texas Asian Panhellenic Council (TAPC), The Latino Pan-Hellenic Council (LPHC), The University Panhellenic Council (UPC), as well as sororities and fraternities that are part of our Affiliate Leadership Circle. Hours to be scheduled between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, with some prescheduled evening and weekend hours. Qualification for in-state tuition rates Comprehensive insurance benefits package (August - May) Hands-on work in student personnel field, providing excellent work experience.

Requirements

Must be a currently enrolled graduate student (taking at least 9 hours).

Nice To Haves

Preference will be given to Master's and Ph.D. students in the College of Education’s Program in Higher Education Leadership or other Master’s students with experience working with sororities and/or fraternities.
A desire to work with college students and stakeholders who identify with their organization membership as a transformative experience.
Ability to utilize concepts of student development in program planning, counseling, and administrative duties.
Interest and knowledge of safety and risk management issues associated with student organizations on a college campus.
A commitment to creating an environment that is connected and where community building for all students is a priority.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Strong interpersonal abilities and proven organizational skills.
Experience with Macintosh computer hardware and software or the ability to learn applications quickly (i.e. Microsoft office suite products).
Other experience/skills as relevant to specific position responsibilities

Responsibilities

In collaboration with a full-time staff member, manage the SFL Ambassador program, including supervising up to five part-time undergraduate student employees (the SFL Ambassadors).
Utilizing the SFL Ambassadors, develop initiatives to promote the sorority and fraternity experience to current and prospective students.
Manage the Sorority and Fraternity Life interest form, including promotion of the form, and responses to any inquiries.
Assist with the coordination and implementation of area programs, activities and events, including the Chapter President programming, Community Standards and our annual SFL Awards celebration banquet.
Advise and coach eight-to-ten-chapter presidents within the SFL community.
Regularly meet with supervisor for ideation, updates, and troubleshooting.
Contribute to the success of events, programs, communication and outreach efforts of the SFL office.
Attend Sorority and Fraternity Life as well as Office of the Dean of Students meetings, programs, activities and events when appropriate.
Assist with administrative functions related to the role.
Assist with general office duties as needed.