Position Summary:

The primary location of this position is the main Cullowhee, NC campus. This position is exempt from the State Human Resources Act ( EHRA ).

The Assistant Director of Fraternity and Sorority Life plays a pivotal role in advancing the mission of the Department of Greek Student Engagement & Development ( GSED ). This position is responsible for overseeing the tracking of student success through the Registration & Recognition assessment, maintaining the departmental scorecard for fraternities and sororities, advising one or more fraternity and sorority councils, facilitating leadership development, and providing case management/support for students involved in fraternity and sorority life.

Key Responsibilities:

Student Success Tracking and Assessment:

• Oversee the Registration & Recognition assessment process to ensure accurate tracking of fraternity and sorority student success metrics.

• Analyze assessment data to inform program improvements and student support strategies in collaboration with the Director of Fraternity & Sorority Life.

• Maintain and update the departmental scorecard, ensuring accurate and timely data entry.

• Use data to identify trends and opportunities for enhancing the fraternity and sorority experience, in collaboration with the Director of Fraternity & Sorority Life.

Advising and Council Governance:

• Advise one or more fraternity and sorority councils, providing guidance on governance, programming, and policy adherence.

• Foster a collaborative relationship with council leaders, offering support and resources for their initiatives.

• Facilitate council meetings and retreats, promoting effective leadership and governance practices.

Leadership Development:

• Develop and implement leadership programs tailored to fraternity and sorority members.

• Collaborate with campus partners to provide comprehensive leadership development opportunities.

Case Management and Student Support:

• Provide case management for fraternity and sorority members, offering support and resources for academic, personal, and organizational challenges.

• Serve as a point of contact for connecting students with appropriate campus resources.

• Promote and enforce policies related to risk management, health and wellness, and inclusivity within the fraternity and sorority community.

Program Development and Implementation:

• Assist in the development and implementation of programs and initiatives that align with the GSED mission and support student engagement.

• Collaborate with colleagues to create inclusive and equitable learning opportunities for all fraternity and sorority members.

• Evaluate program effectiveness and make data-driven recommendations for improvement.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship from the employer.

• Master’s degree in Higher Education, Student Affairs, Counseling, or a related field, or Bachelor’s degree and 2 years’ experience post-degree in higher education and/or fraternity and sorority life. Degree must be from an appropriately accredited institution.

• Understanding of the values and principles of fraternity and sorority life, as demonstrated by relevant coursework, certifications, or professional experience.

• Analytical skills and experience with assessment and data management, evidenced by specific examples or previous roles requiring these skills.

• Interpersonal and communication skills, with demonstrated ability to build relationships and collaborate effectively, supported by examples from previous positions.

• Experience in leadership development, advising, and program management, as shown by specific roles or documented achievements.

• Demonstrated commitment to inclusivity, accountability, and holistic student development, supported by examples or previous initiatives.

• Availability to work evenings and weekends as required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of Inter/National fraternity and sorority systems, policies, and procedures, as evidenced by relevant coursework, certifications, or professional experience.

• Experience advising or working with NPHC (National Pan-Hellenic Council) and/or multicultural Greek student letter organizations, supported by specific roles or documented experience.

• Documented experience in developing and implementing successful student engagement programs, demonstrated by specific examples or measurable outcomes from previous positions.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Application materials must be submitted online. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until a candidate has been selected for hire.

Please include cover letter, resume and a list of 3-5 professional references (with complete contact information).

For questions or additional information please contact Alex Fields at amfields@email.wcu.edu