Assistant Director of Fraternity & Sorority

Position Specifications

The Office of Fraternity & Sorority Life is seeking an Assistant Director for Community Development & Belonging to advise and lead chapter and council development, as well as community and belonging initiatives.

Reporting to the Associate Director for Community Development & Belonging, this position will support chapter leaders, advisors, and local house corporation personnel within a fraternity and sorority community of approximately 70 chapters and 4 distinct councils.

This position offers a flexible work arrangement that combines remote and on-campus work. A willingness and ability to work flexible hours to support night and weekend activities is required.

• Advise and develop one or more governing councils, including attending regular executive board and council meetings and supporting council governance and programming.
• Coach chapters across all four governing councils, including regular meetings with chapter presidents, recruitment officers, new member educators, membership development officers, and philanthropy and service officers.
• Collaborate with University departments to advise and support at least one community development program.
• Provide guidance on the Chapter Recognition & Standards of Excellence program.
• Review and discuss chapter Recruitment/Intake Plans and First Semester of Membership Plans.
• Communicate and partner with chapter advisors, alumni, inter/national headquarters representatives, and other relevant stakeholders to discuss the progress of local chapters.
• Coordinate and facilitate regular chapter advisor roundtable meetings.
• Hire, supervise, develop, and evaluate graduate or undergraduate student assistants.
• Assist in the development and facilitation of governing council and chapter educational programs.

• Understanding of student development and health and safety issues in the fraternity and sorority community.
• Commitment to upholding the University’s values by cultivating a supportive and respectful environment.
• Ability to design and deliver programs and services that promote access, engagement, and a sense of belonging for all students and student organizations.
• Record of collaboration with students, University departments, inter/national headquarters, and other stakeholders.
• Effective communication skills, including motivational interviewing, advising, and coaching.
• Capacity to balance holding students accountable with developing positive and trusting relationships.
• Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to resolve conflict.
• Presentation and training facilitation skills.

Bachelor’s Degree with 3+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted. Required

Certifications:

None.

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.

The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $46,400.00 - $67,300.00.

Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees, including comprehensive medical, dental, vision coverage, retirement plans, paid time off, and a 75% tuition discount for employees and eligible family members.

Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact .

Penn State is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive.