Director of Fraternity & Sorority Life

East Stroudsburg University is hiring a Director of Fraternity and Sorority Life! Located in the beautiful Pocono Mountains of Pennsylvania, ESU’s proximity to New York City and Philadelphia provides convenient access to internships, careers and social activities. Just minutes from campus are the country’s largest water parks, scenic Delaware Water Gap Recreation Area, Appalachian Trail, and other opportunities for recreational fun. 

As the Director of Fraternity and Sorority Life, you will need to think creatively and be comfortable leading developments centered around student success & retention to create a flourishing Fraternity & Sorority Life (FSL) community. You will be an active member of the Campus Life and Inclusive Excellence team and will work closely with the Dean of Student Life to build and implement strategic plans to support the needs of the FSL community. You will thrive in this role if you like combining your student affairs background, and your direct experience working with Fraternities & Sororities all while developing various comprehensive trainings to assist new and current FSL members. To be successful in this role, you must possess working knowledge of organizational program development, have previous professional experience in fraternity and or sorority life, and excellent communication skills. 

Your normal schedule will be Monday to Friday 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM but you may have to flex your schedule from time to time based on the needs of the business to be a true Director of Fraternity and Sorority Life. When our team shows up for work, they are energized and motivated to succeed - all while being the most crucial piece to keeping the ESU operations humming. 

What Will I Do At ESU? (AKA Essential Duties)

Leadership & Administration

• Provide strategic leadership and vision for fraternity and sorority life, including short and long-range planning, program development, and community building.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive training and development program for FSL members, including a hazing awareness and prevention plan which fosters a culture of safety and respect. 
• Oversee the departmental budget, ensuring fiscal responsibility and strategic allocation of resources.

Student Support

• Collaborate with all Councils to develop a comprehensive recruitment plan for all chapters that includes working with the recruitment chair, the Release Figure Methodology (RFM) specialist and using software platforms such as Omega Fi, etc.
• Implement an updated accreditation process that reflects the strategic plan for the FSL program and is aligned with standards for student success and chapter development.
• Works directly with chapter leadership to track and review new member education programs which include maintaining appropriate paperwork regarding chapter rosters, new member paperwork, and all appropriate policies.

Community Engagement and Partnerships

• Coordinate with multiple administrative units to ensure that standards, reporting, training, assessment, and advising among all fraternities and sororities are consistent and meet best practices and to ensure cooperative programming/involvement for all Greek-letter organizations.
• Build and sustain relationships with chapter advisors that promote development and growth of all organizations. 
• Assist in promoting the core values of all council organizations, the achievement of goals and development of new and existing members.

What We're Looking For (AKA Qualifications)

• Master’s degree in higher education administration, student affairs, counseling or another related field.
• Minimum of three years of professional experience in fraternity and/or sorority life.
• Demonstrated understanding of student development theory in practice.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the governing bodies which set the standards for fraternities and sororities.
• Demonstrated commitment to understanding and working with a diverse student population.
• Working experience in student success and retention initiatives, including but limited to risk management.
• Demonstrated proficiency in assessment, organizational program development, and community engagement.
• Able to read, write, and comprehend English; able to follow verbal instructions.
• Experience with Word, Excel, Teams required.

What We Offer

• Outstanding benefits package including benefits such as medical from date of hire, retirement contributions, employee wellness program, and paid leave
• Salary: $60,147 annually
• Living by the Warrior Code:
• Accountable for One's Actions
• Committed to Self-Growth
• Willing to Sacrifice for the Greater Good
• Positive, Honest, and Loyal
• Respectful of the Environment and Community
• Dedicated to Empowering Others

And yes, legal made us spell this out…

Must be at least 18 years old and be able to read and write English. Employment with ESU is contingent on the selected candidate passing a thorough background check that includes: FBI fingerprinting, PA Child Abuse, and employment. We are proud ESU is an equal opportunity employer. For more information on President Long's 10-point plan, click here: https://www.esu.edu/president/10-action-plan.cfm