Coordinator of Student Activities & Greek - Oklahoma Baptist University

Overview

OBU transforms lives by equipping students to pursue academic excellence, integrate faith with all areas of knowledge, engage a diverse world, and live worthy of the high calling of God in Christ.

• Demonstrate commitment to the essentials of the Christian faith.
• Commit to the mission and vision of Oklahoma Baptist University.
• Treat people with dignity and respect.
• Build relationships on honesty, integrity, and trust.
• Strive for excellence through teamwork, leadership, and a strong work ethic.
• Manage human and financial resources wisely and efficiently.

• Lead the day‑to‑day planning, coordination, and execution of student activities and engagement initiatives that foster community, connection, and student belonging.
• Implement engagement strategies and programs in alignment with direction and priorities set by the Dean.
• Collaborate with campus partners to support signature events, traditions, and co‑curricular experiences.

• Serve as the primary advisor and operational lead for recognized student organizations.
• Coordinate organization recognition, registration, and compliance processes.
• Train and support student leaders in organizational management, leadership development, and responsible decision‑making.
• Partner with Student Ministry and other Campus Life areas to integrate leadership development and spiritual formation.

• Collaborate with the Dean to strengthen and cultivate a vibrant Greek life program that reflects OBU’s Christ‑centered mission and institutional values.
• Provide operational leadership and advising for fraternities and sororities.
• Support Greek Life student leaders with chapter operations, leadership development, and event coordination.
• Lead and strengthen Greek Life chaplaincy training and mentorship, ensuring spiritual leadership remains central within the Greek Life community.
• Develop opportunities for meaningful alumni engagement and mentorship within Greek life, fostering long‑term connection between current students and OBU graduates.
• Work collaboratively with Student Conduct, Residence Life, and Title IX to support policy adherence and student safety, escalating issues as appropriate.

• Partner with Residence Life to support residential engagement and community‑building initiatives.
• Collaborate with Academic Affairs and Student Success partners to support student transition, involvement, and persistence.
• Support campus‑wide initiatives related to retention, student experience, and institutional culture.

• Track participation data, engagement trends, and program outcomes to inform continuous improvement.
• Assist with budget tracking and resource coordination related to student activities.
• Prepare reports and recommendations for the Dean related to engagement initiatives and student involvement.

• Required:
  
  Bachelor’s degree.
• Preferred:
  Master’s degree in Higher Education, Student Affairs, Leadership, or a related field.

• Experience working with student organizations, campus programming, or Greek life in a higher education setting.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends as required by student activities and events.
• Commitment to Christian higher education and alignment with the mission and values of Oklahoma Baptist University.

• Prior experience advising student organizations or Greek life.
• Experience in a faith‑based or mission‑driven university context.
• Familiarity with student development theory and best practices in student engagement.

• Possess physical mobility and stamina to walk about the campus and various offices.
• Ability to attend and support evening and weekend programs according to department and student needs.
• Ability to perform standard office and administrative duties.

• Must be a member of a local evangelical Christian church.
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