Associate Director For Fraternity And Sorority Life And Programming

Who we are:

The University of New Haven, founded on the Yale campus in 1920, is a private, coeducational university that has been recognized by The Princeton Review and U.S. News & World Report for academic excellence. Located between New York City and Boston in the shoreline city of West Haven, the University is a diverse and vibrant community of nearly 10,000 students from across the globe.

The Associate Director for Fraternity and Sorority Life (FLS) and Programming is responsible for leadership development, organizational management, and general administration for the Fraternity and Sorority Life organizations and key student engagement programs within the Center of Student Engagement Leadership and Orientation. This position will create intentional programs, and provide assessment metrics to increase the guidance, development, and support for all the FSL organizations and programming. This role will also work collaboratively with the rest of the CSELO team and campus partners to improve processes and encourage growth within the undergraduate FSL organizations.

You are:

• Able to communicate effectively both orally and in written form

• Able to work effectively with a diverse student population

• Able to multitask and manage different projects at any given time

• Able to work within a "team orientated" office

You will:

Advisory and Assessment

• Responsible for oversight of the Panhellenic Council, Independent Greek Council, Multicultural Greek Council and Inter Greek Council

• Monitor new members recruitment and programs and advise other student groups and councils as guided by the Executive Director of CSLEO.

• Evaluate and maintain the yearly chapter review process, including monitoring compliance with the University of New Haven Code of Conduct and Recognize Student Organization policies and procedures.

• Partners with the Executive Director in working with student leaders within FSL community to develop and administer ongoing education programs that promote responsible membership, citizenship, and chapter management.

• Creates and implements educational opportunities for individual chapters and leaders of FSL organizations, including the development and delivery of comprehensive education and training programs regarding diversity, equity, and inclusion, hazing prevention, risk management, social event management, and overall chapter development.

• Coordinate various training programs for recruitment and accreditation.

• Manage the Fraternity and Sorority Life budget

• Responsible for the implantation of the recruitment process for the Fraternity and Sorority Life community

• Develop a process that keeps FSL advisors engaged and informed.

Program Development and Coordination

• Partner with the Associate Director of Programming in working with student leaders to develop and administer ongoing education regarding program planning and implementation.

• Assist with the planning, implementing and assessment of CSELO (Center for Student Engagement, Leadership, and Orientation) key campus wide events, including, but not limited to Welcome Week, Family Day, Holiday Fest, Snowball, Midnight Breakfast and New Student Orientation SOAR (Student Orientation, Advising and Registration).

• Supervise the CSELO student employees which includes Bartels Information Desk, Bergami Game room, Office Assistants, and graduate interns.

• Provide rotation coverage for evening and weekend events and activities to ensure compliance

• Other duties as assigned by the Executive Director for Student Engagement, Leadership and Orientation.

You Have:

• Masters degree in higher education, student development or similar field

• Knowledge of contemporary higher education principles, practices, and procedures

• 3+ years professional experience in programming, Fraternity and Sorority life, student affairs, student activities or similar field

• Knowledge and/or experience with planning, implementing, and assessing student programs required.

• Understanding of Microsoft 365 products required

• Understanding of web-based higher education software such as Anthology/Campus Labs Engage and Baseline, Slate, and Banner preferred

• Understanding of learning management software such as Canvas preferred

• Understanding of social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter preferred

What's in it for you:

• Health & Welfare Programs: Employees and their eligible family members, including spouses and dependent are eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Programs.

• Wellness & Fitness: On-campus Recreation and Fitness Center for employees and families; Employee Assistant Program

• Commitment to Educational Excellence: Tuition assistance for employees and eligible dependents; Tuition exchange opportunities

• Employee Discounts on products, services and educational opportunities

• Work/Life Benefits: Generous paid time off programs; progressive paid holiday schedule (including holiday break between Christmas and New Years); 4 weeks of parental paid leave; flexible work schedules including summer hours where applicable

• The University of New Haven is not a qualifying E-Verify employer and its use of E-Verify is limited to specific government projects. For that reason, candidates with STEP OPT authorization cannot be considered for employment.