Assistant Director of Fraternity

Assistant Director of Fraternity & Sorority Life

University Overview

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Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play.

The University offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits, a wealth of health and wellness programs and resources, and much more.

Posted Job Title
Assistant Director of Fraternity & Sorority Life

Job Profile Title
Associate Director B, Student Services, Student Engagement

Job Description Summary
The Assistant Director of the Office of Fraternity and Sorority Life (OFSL) will be a key leader within the Division of University Life, supporting the strategic direction of fraternity and sorority life. This position is responsible for advancing leadership programs, promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion within the Greek community, and enhancing the student experience through advising and mentorship. The Assistant Director will work directly with chapter members, councils, and university stakeholders to foster a positive and inclusive environment that supports student development and aligns with the University's mission.

Job Description

Job Responsibilities

• Develop and implement leadership programs tailored to emerging and current fraternity and sorority leaders, emphasizing personal growth, accountability, and ethical decision-making.
• Collaborate with university partners to design workshops, conferences, and retreats, including annual and ongoing programs such as Greek Leadership Academy and Cultural Greek Leadership Conference.
• Oversee training for chapter officers, council executives, and emerging leaders, providing resources and support to help them succeed in their roles.
• Champion diversity and inclusion within the fraternity and sorority community, working to create programs that foster belonging, cultural competency, and respectful dialogue.
• Collaborate with the university's Office of Inclusion & Intercultural Relations (or equivalent) to implement initiatives that promote inclusivity and equitable experiences across all chapters and councils.
• Serve as the primary advisor to designated Greek councils and chapters, supporting chapter leaders in operational effectiveness, conflict resolution, and values alignment.
• Support the student judicial process by advising on policy interpretation and promoting fair and consistent enforcement of Greek conduct standards.
• Assist in developing and executing the OFSL's strategic plan, aligning efforts with the university's goals and the division's objectives.
• Prepare annual reports on fraternity and sorority life initiatives, student learning outcomes, and community impact for internal and external stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree and 2 to 3 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required. Master's preferred.

Certifications or Education Required

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Higher Education, Student Affairs, Counseling, or a related field. Master's preferred.
• Experience: Minimum of 2-3 years of professional experience within higher education or student affairs, including direct experience with fraternity and sorority life or related areas of student leadership.

Job-Related Knowledge/Skill

• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion with a strong understanding of multicultural issues within fraternity and sorority life.
• Proven experience in leadership development, advising, and programming for diverse student populations.
• Excellent communication, conflict resolution, and interpersonal skills; ability to work collaboratively with students, staff, faculty, alumni, and national organizations.
• Knowledge of trends in fraternity and sorority life, student development theories, and risk management practices.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Application Requirement

• A Cover Letter and Resume/CV are required to be considered for this position. Please upload your Cover Letter where it asks you to upload your Resume/CV; multiple documents are allowed.

Job Location - City, State
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Department / School
Student Services

Pay Range
$43,919.00 - $65,000.00 Annual Rate
Salary offers are made based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, as well as internal and market factors and grade profile.

Affirmative Action Statement
Penn adheres to a policy that prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected class.

Special Requirements
Background check required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.

University Benefits

• Health, Life, and Flexible Spending Accounts: Penn offers comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits to protect you and your family's health and welfare. You can also use flexible spending accounts to pay for eligible health care and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.
  
• Tuition: Take advantage of Penn's exceptional tuition benefits. You, your spouse, and your dependent children can get tuition assistance here at Penn. Your dependent children are also eligible for tuition assistance at other institutions.
  
• Retirement: Penn offers generous retirement plans to help you save for your future. Penn's Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans allow you to save for retirement on a pre-tax or Roth basis. Choose from a wide variety of investment options through TIAA and Vanguard.
  
• Time Away from Work: Penn provides you with a substantial amount of time away from work during the course of the year. This allows you to relax, take vacations, attend to personal affairs, recover from illness or injury, spend time with family-whatever your personal needs may be.
  
• Long-Term Care Insurance: In partnership with Genworth Financial, Penn offers faculty and staff (and your eligible family members) long-term care insurance to help you cover some of the costs of long-term care services received at home, in the community or in a nursing facility. If you apply when you're newly hired, you won't have to provide proof of good health or be subject to underwriting requirements. Eligible family members must always provide proof of good health and are subject to underwriting.
  
• Wellness and Work-life Resources: Penn is committed to supporting our faculty and staff as they balance the competing demands of work and personal life. That's why we offer a wide variety of programs and resources to help you care for your health, your family, and your work-life balance.
  
• Professional and Personal Development: Penn provides an array of resources to help you advance yourself personally and professionally.
  
• University Resources: As a member of the Penn community, you have access to a wide range of University resources as well as cultural and recreational activities. Take advantage of the University's libraries and athletic facilities, or visit our arboretum and art galleries. There's always something going on at Penn, whether it's a new exhibit at the Penn Museum, the latest music or theater presentation at the Annenberg Center, or the Penn Relays at Franklin Field to name just a few examples. As a member of the Penn community, you're right in the middle of the excitement-and you and your family can enjoy many of these activities for free.
  
• Discounts and Special Services: From arts and entertainment to transportation and mortgages, you'll find great deals for University faculty and staff. Not only do Penn arts and cultural centers and museums offer free and discounted admission and memberships to faculty and staff. You can also enjoy substantial savings on other goods and services such as new cars from Ford and General Motors, cellular phone service plans, movie tickets, and admission to theme parks.
  
• Flexible Work Hours: Flexible work options offer creative approaches for completing work while promoting balance between work and personal commitments. These approaches involve use of non-traditional work hours, locations, and/or job structures.
  
• Penn Home Ownership Services: Penn offers a forgivable loan for eligible employees interested in buying a home or currently residing in West Philadelphia, which can be used for closing costs or home improvements.
  
• Adoption Assistance: Penn will reimburse eligible employees on qualified expenses in connection with the legal adoption of an eligible child, such as travel or court fees, for up to two adoptions in your household.
  

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