Assistant Director, Fraternity & Sorority Life

Assistant Director, Fraternity & Sorority Life

Florida Atlantic University is seeking an Assistant Director, Fraternity & Sorority Life. Boca Raton, FL.

The Assistant Director for Fraternity & Sorority Life (FSL) at Florida Atlantic University (FAU) focuses on enhancing membership growth and engagement within the fraternity and sorority community. Reporting to the Associate Director of Fraternity & Sorority Life, this position is responsible for developing strategies to increase membership, fostering a sense of community, and ensuring active participation in fraternity and sorority activities. The Assistant Director will work collaboratively with student leaders, campus partners, and inter/national headquarters to implement consistent practices, ensure regulatory alignment, and support the vibrant and inclusive functioning of fraternity and sorority operations in alignment with FAU's strategic goals.

Summary of responsibilities:

Advising & Leadership Development:

• Serve as the primary advisor for one governing council, providing guidance on governance, policy interpretation, programming, and leadership development.
• Attend council executive board meetings, general body meetings, and council-sponsored events.
• Assist councils in planning and executing recruitment, educational initiatives, and leadership programs.
• Support individual chapter officers, providing resources and training for chapter operations, recruitment, new member education, risk management, and policy compliance.
• Serve as a chapter coach for a cluster of chapters across all four councils. Attend and engage with student organization meetings and programs to foster strong relationships and support student leaders.

Membership Growth & Engagement:

• Develop and implement strategies to increase membership within the fraternity and sorority community.
• Facilitate the recruitment, training, and support of professional and student staff, as well as volunteers.
• Oversee recruitment and membership intake processes, ensuring compliance with Fraternity & Sorority Life policies and new member education requirements.
• Collaborate with university stakeholders to support values-based recruitment and retention strategies.
• Create and promote initiatives that foster a sense of community and belonging among fraternity and sorority members.
• Organize events and activities that encourage active participation and engagement within the fraternity and sorority community.

Risk Management & Compliance:

• Provide education and oversight regarding university policies, national policies, and risk management best practices.
• Partner with campus offices, including Student Conduct and Residence Life, to address risk management concerns and incident response.

Program Development & Community Engagement:

• Coordinate leadership development initiatives, including officer training, council retreats, and community-wide programming.
• Support fraternity and sorority philanthropy and service initiatives, fostering a culture of civic engagement.
• Assist in planning and implementing large-scale events such as Greek Week, leadership conferences, and awards ceremonies.

Supervision & Staff Development:

• Supervise a Coordinator for Fraternity & Sorority Life and/or graduate assistants as assigned.
• Provide staff evaluations, feedback, and professional development plans for direct reports.
• Provide mentorship and professional development opportunities for staff.
• Assess and report on the effectiveness of FSL programs and initiatives.

Assessment & Reporting:

• Monitor and track completion of FSL milestones, chapter-based requirements for good standing, and RSO recognition processes in conjunction with the Department of Student Engagement.
• Collect and analyze data on recruitment, membership trends, academic performance, and program outcomes.
• Prepare reports for university leadership and stakeholders regarding the fraternity and sorority community's progress and impact.
• Responsible for interpreting the impact of fraternity and sorority life on students and the campus, using assessment data to inform strategic initiatives.
• Contribute to strategic planning efforts by utilizing data to enhance programs and student engagement.

Budget & Resource Management:

• Manage financial resources allocated to fraternity and sorority programming and initiatives.
• Oversee council budgets and assist in identifying external funding opportunities to support fraternity and sorority programs.
• Ensure responsible budget planning and financial tracking for assigned areas, collaborating with the Director on major financial decisions.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

FAU Benefits and Perks

If Benefits & Perks are important to you, then FAU is the place to be! Working at FAU has its perks! In addition to helping drive change and having a positive impact by supporting our students, staff, and faculty, FAU offers:

• Excellent benefit packages including Medical (PPO/HMO $50 per month single & $180 per month family), Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending plans, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and much more.
• State retirement options including tax-deferred annuities and Roth 403(b) plans.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
• Sick Leave Pool Program.
• Paid time off (eligible employees) including vacation and sick leave, 1 personal day, 9 paid holidays, and paid winter break (at President's discretion).
• Paid Community Engagement Volunteer Service Day.
• Employee Educational Scholarship Program (EESP) for eligible Staff/Faculty - Tuition assistance after 6 months of full-time employment. For in-unit faculty, the EESP program may be extended to spouses and dependent children (eligibility rules apply).

Minimum Qualifications:

A master's degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization and two years of appropriate experience; or a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization and four years of appropriate experience required.

Salary: $50,000 per year.

College or Department: Division of Student Affairs

Location: Boca Raton

Work Days and Hours: Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm. Some evenings and weekends as needed.

Application Deadline: 2025-07-09

Special Instructions to Applicant:

APPLICATION DOCUMENTS REQUIRED: Resume Cover letter OFFICIAL SEALED TRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED: Final candidate will be required to have official, sealed transcripts and original NACES evaluation, if applicable, sent from their educational institution to Human Resources prior to the start of employment. PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENINGS REQUIRED: Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass all employment screenings prior to the start of employment. Employment screenings may include a criminal background check (level I and level II), motor vehicle check, credit check, reference checks, alcohol, and drug screening check. REQUEST FOR ACCOMMODATIONS: Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations may contact the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX at 561-297-3004 or send an email at [email protected]. To contact Human Resources, please call 561-297-3057. For communication assistance call 7-1-1.