Description
Fraternity & Sorority Life (FSL) at UT Dallas is young, refreshing, and entrepreneurial. Our chapters, like our university, are academically proud and are actively preparing members for successful careers after college. FSL is inspired by the history of fraternal organizations across North America, but we are driven by the modern needs of today's students. Our community seeks to promote, develop, and enhance our four pillars: Belonging, Opportunity, Personal Development, and Brotherhood/Sisterhood/Siblinghood. FSL at UT Dallas provides the opportunity no other area does, the chance to invent traditions daily.
The Assistant Director of Fraternity & Sorority Life is a valuable member of the FSL team who works closely with the Director of Fraternity & Sorority Life in planning all aspects of the fraternity/sorority experience for the UT Dallas Fraternity & Sorority Community of approximately 1,000 students in 26 organizations and 4 governing councils (CPC, IFC, MGC, NPHC).
The main objective of the Assistant Director of Fraternity and Sorority Life is to provide support, programming resources, and marketing initiatives for students in the FSL community. The overall expectation for the position is to advise the governing councils, develop meaningful programming, and assist students in the promotion of personal development opportunities offered by the fraternal experience. Another expectation is for the Assistant Director to collaborate and build relationships with the many stakeholders that are involved in the Fraternity and Sorority Life community.
Minimum Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree required with a minimum of three years experience advising fraternal organizations or student activities. Knowledge of Greek organizations and council systems; university experience; strong verbal & written abilities; presentation speaking abilities; event planning & management skills. Three to five years of professional experience in Greek Life or student affairs.
Preferred Education and Experience
- Master's degree in Higher Education, Student Affairs, Student Development, Counseling, or related discipline
- Undergraduate membership in a nationally recognized fraternity or sorority
- 3-4 years of demonstrated success advising college students, developing student leaders, and advising student organizations
- Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills as well as conflict-resolution techniques
- Attention to detail and the ability to multi-task and perform work with a high degree of accuracy over extended periods.
- Ability to work nights and weekend hours as related to specific programs and services associated with this position and the department
- Represent FSL at various community and/or university committees and task forces, promoting existing and new opportunities and/or policies
- Strength in working as one part of a dynamic and motivated team of professionals
- Commitment to and experience with working with intercultural populations of students
- Demonstrated success in event planning and management
- Ability to demonstrate awareness of marketing initiatives or event promotion strategies
- Ability to interact with colleagues, supervisors, and students face-to-face
- Ability to learn and put into action the office, division, and university strategic plans
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Advise governing councils, chapters, and student leaders
- Provide resources for councils, organizations, and members of the community and support councils, chapters, and leaders in their goals and aspirations to better themselves and their organizations
- Collaborate with advisors, university officials, alumni, and inter/national headquarters staff
- Conduct educational and developmental opportunities for all students at different levels of organizational involvement and leadership positions
- Recruit, oversee selection, supervise and train FSL Office student employees
- Promote inclusivity in all aspects of the fraternity and sorority experience
Additional Information
Remote Work Statement After the probationary period, this role may be eligible for a hybrid (partly remote/partly in office) work schedule, subject to business need and manager approval. Must be located within the DFW Area and have the ability to be on campus with 24 hours of notice. A UT Dallas Remote Work Agreement will be required within 14 days after approval.
What We Can Offer
UT Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer with an employee-friendly and supportive work environment. Our comprehensive compensation and benefits package that is effective as of your hire date includes:
- Competitive Salary
- Tuition Benefits
- Internal Training
- BCBS PPO Medical insurance – 100% paid for full-time employees
- PPO and DHMO Dental Insurance Plan – PPO plans include ortho benefits
- Vision Insurance
- Long and short-term disability
- TRS Retirement Plan – defined benefit plan offering lifetime annuity upon retirement
- Voluntary Retirement Plan Options – additional savings opportunities with Tax-Sheltered Annuity Plans and Deferred Compensation Plans
- Dental/Vision/AD&D
- Paid time off
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Winter Break
- Fertility Benefits
- Remote Work Options – approved by department
All UT Dallas employees have access to various professional development opportunities, including a membership to Academic Impressions, LinkedIn Learning, and UT Dallas Bright Leaders Program. Visit https://hr.utdallas.edu/employees/benefits/ for more information.
If you are looking for a rewarding career opportunity with great benefits? Look no further! Join our team!
Important Message
1) All employees serve as a representative of the University and are expected to display respect, civility, professional courtesy, consideration of others and discretion in all interactions with members of the UT Dallas community and the general public.
2) The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to providing an educational, living, and working environment that is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive of all members of the university community. UT Dallas does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its services, programs, activities, employment, and education, including in admission and enrollment. EOE, including disability/veterans. The University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the employment application and interview process, contact the ADA Coordinator. For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies, contact the Title IX Coordinator.
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