Coordinator for Fraternity and Sorority Life
Texas State University
Location: San Marcos California
Time: 4 months ago
- Bachelor’s Degree.
- Professional work experience (typically one year or more) in higher education in advising, developing, coordinating, and evaluating student life programs; preferably fraternity and sorority life programs.
- Experience creating programs, workshops, retreats and/or training programs for students in a higher education setting.
- Ability to understand and interpret university policies and procedures.
- Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills.
- Strong written and oral communication skills including ability to facilitate oral presentations and prepare clear, concise grammatically correct written communications, reports, proposals, and program evaluations.
- Effective time management skills, including the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and adhere to time action plans.
- Demonstrated proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office software web-based communication.
- Experience working with students, volunteers, and/or staff of any member organizations within the Interfraternity Council (IFC), National Panhellenic Council (NPC), and National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC), and Multicultural Greek Council (MGC) umbrella organizations.
- Experience with Panhellenic Council Formal Recruitment including data management with Campus Director or similar program.
- Membership in a national fraternity or sorority.
- Knowledge of current student development theory topics in higher education, particularly as they relate to fraternities and sororities and retention programs.
- Proficiency in creating and maintaining webpages and the use of social media, as it relates to the delivery of programs and services in higher education.
Reporting to the Associate Director for Fraternity and Sorority Life, this position is directly responsible for advising one or more student governing councils (IFC, MGC, NPHC, PHC) and coaching a portfolio of chapters within a community comprised of 28 chapters with over 1,800
affiliated students. The coordinator assists the FSL unit in facilitating event planning, leadership, member development, and risk management, among other topics. The position collaborates with University departments in providing resources to the fraternity and sorority community and may supervise graduate or undergraduate student workers. The coordinator serves as part of the Student Involvement and Engagement department staff and will work collaboratively on departmental signature events and play a key role in ensuring students in fraternity and sorority life organizations are connected to the involvement and engagement opportunities across the University.
Job Duties
- Advise one or more assigned FSL student governing councils including the Interfraternity Council (IFC), Multicultural Greek Council (MGC), National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC) or Panhellenic Council (PHC), and the Fraternity & Sorority Life Programming Board.
- Provide coaching for and attend and facilitate meetings with fraternity and sorority chapter leaders as assigned.
- Attend, supervise, and advise students at local, regional, and national conferences.
- Assist with the planning, coordinating, and implementation of assigned FSL student governing council-related events.
- Plan and facilitate workshops and retreats for fraternity and sorority chapters in areas including event planning, leadership, member development, and risk management/reduction, among other topics.
- Maintain the Fraternity & Sorority Life office-related webpages, social media accounts, and lead the creation and procurement of the units promotional and marketing material.
- Monitor financial transactions for assigned FSL student governing councils in collaboration with the unit’s Administrative Assistant.
- Participate in departmental programs and projects designed to support the mission and goals of the university, division, and department.
- Serve on committees and task forces, as assigned.
- Other duties as requested or required, whether or not specifically mentioned in this job description.
Availability to work evenings and/or weekends.
Job Open Date05/17/2024Job Close Date (posting closes at midnight)Open Until FilledYesNormal Work DaysMonday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, FridayNormal Work Hours Start8:00AMNormal Work Hours End5:00PMPosting NoticesYou will be required to electronically attach a resume., You will be required to electronically attach a cover letter., You will be required to electronically attach a list of references.Legal and Required Notices
Texas State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.
Why work @ Texas State?
Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.
• Amazing health insurance: various coverage options starting your first day of employment for full-time employees with Texas State paying 100% of the employee premium and 50% for your dependents!
• Generous paid time off: vacation, holidays, sick days and many more!
• Excellent work life balance resources: mother and family-friendly resources in addition to a comprehensive FREE wellness program
• Great training and development opportunities: choose from a variety of classroom and online course offerings, learning resources, certifications, and employee educational support programs.
• An inclusive Bobcat community: join our many social networks offered on and off-campus
• Retirement peace of mind: TRS pension, retirement plans and voluntary saving options with generous employer contributions
By joining the Texas State Bobcat team, you’ll be a part of one of the most beautiful, diverse, and growing universities in the nation.
Quick Link• Generous paid time off: vacation, holidays, sick days and many more!
• Excellent work life balance resources: mother and family-friendly resources in addition to a comprehensive FREE wellness program
• Great training and development opportunities: choose from a variety of classroom and online course offerings, learning resources, certifications, and employee educational support programs.
• An inclusive Bobcat community: join our many social networks offered on and off-campus
• Retirement peace of mind: TRS pension, retirement plans and voluntary saving options with generous employer contributions
By joining the Texas State Bobcat team, you’ll be a part of one of the most beautiful, diverse, and growing universities in the nation.