Student Development Coordinator - Fraternity and Sorority Life

Columbus State University; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 44,000; Full time

Job summary

An established university is seeking a dynamic Student Development Coordinator to enhance student engagement through fraternity and sorority life initiatives. This role involves advising student organizations, implementing leadership programs, and collaborating with various stakeholders to foster an inclusive campus environment. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and a passion for student development, ensuring that students thrive both academically and socially. Join a vibrant community committed to mentoring and empowering students to reach their full potential while enjoying a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's preferred with related experience.
• Experience in advising and coordinating student life programs.

Responsibilities

• Advise and manage fraternity and sorority organizations and their activities.
• Oversee programming initiatives including eSports and student events.

Skills

Effective Communication

Program Planning and Evaluation

Student Development Knowledge

Budget Management

Data Analysis and Reporting

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree in Higher Education Administration or related field

Job description

Student Development Coordinator - Fraternity and Sorority Life

Job ID: 284244

Location: Columbus State University

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Regular/Temporary: Regular

About Us

Great universities inspire the very best in us. They nurture new ideas, fresh perspectives, and creative problem-solving. They challenge students to discover their passions - and to turn those passions into thriving careers that improve our world.

Columbus State University is exactly that kind of place. With exceptional facilities, ideal class sizes, and unique field experiences, our students have room to create. Here, every faculty and staff member is part of the educational process, actively mentoring students and championing each new step in their journey.

Department Information

Student Life and Development

Job Summary

Reporting to the Assistant Dean of Students for Student Engagement, the Student Development Coordinator provides vision and direction for the development and implementation of a comprehensive array of co-curricular student initiatives. This position provides engagement to students within the University community, advocates on behalf of the fraternal experience, and collaborates with alumni, campus departments, community members, and fraternal organizations to drive the university and the department's mission. The responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to, advisement, education, and management of fraternities and sororities, and coordination of special projects, and oversight of the eSports program.

Responsibilities

The responsibilities for the position include, but are not limited to:

Advisement (70%)

1. Primary Advisor for (14+) sanctioned fraternity and sorority organizations spanning across three governing councils, Greek Programming Board, and Order of Omega.
2. Provide on-going training and guidance to executive board members, chapter leaders and organization advisors on policies, procedures, and best practices to include but not limited to recruitment/intake process, risk management, university policies, community expectations, and self-governance.
3. Collaborate with the Office of the Dean of Students for all fraternity/sorority conduct issues.
4. Provide educational, leadership, and member development opportunities for chapter and prospective members to include but not limited to: sexual assault awareness, leadership and inclusion, bystander intervention, and new member education.
5. Oversee the implementation, assessment, and reporting of the Greek Life Community and Pillars of Excellence Accreditation Program.
6. Plan and execute annual Greek Leadership Retreat, Greek Week, Meet the Greeks, and various Greek life programming initiatives.
7. Provide guidance to groups interested in the Greek expansion process.
8. Hire, train and supervise (1) Graduate Assistant and additional office student assistants.
9. Oversee marketing initiatives for fraternity and sorority life.
10. Oversight of facilities to include the Greek Center and management of associated budgets.

Programming (30%)

1. Serve as the co-advisor for Cougar Kickoff welcome back events including student committee oversight, programming and events, promotion, and logistics.
2. Oversee the institutional-sponsored eSports program including recruitment, team initiatives, scholarships, and season/team coordination, fundraising and sponsorship opportunities.
3. Oversee and collaborate with aspects of various programmatic/leadership areas (e.g. Student Activities, Orientation, Leadership and Service, etc.).
4. Serve on appropriate university committees and governing boards.
5. Work closely with students, faculty, staff, and external stakeholders to collaborate on programmatic initiatives designed to support the college student experience.

Required Qualifications

Required qualifications include: Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor's degree; effective communication and ability to effectively share and interpret information and needs through the application of appropriate communication; experience initiating, planning, implementing, and evaluating episodic and ongoing programmatic efforts; affiliation with an inter/national fraternal organization; ability to assess programs and review students' learning outcomes to ensure achievement of objectives; understanding of college student development, student development theoretical frameworks, organizational structure in higher education, and facilities management.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications include: A Master's degree in Higher Education Administration, Student Affairs, Educational Policy, Counseling, or other closely related field with 2 years of applicable experience is preferred; experience working in higher education in advising, developing, coordinating, and evaluating student life programs; preferably in fraternity/sorority life or multicultural organizations is preferred; experience working collaboratively with students, faculty, staff, and external stakeholders in a variety of university initiatives and committees is preferred.

Proposed Salary

The proposed annualized salary for this position is $43,888 and includes full benefits.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities include: Ability to successfully guide student leaders through training, advising, educational opportunities, mentorship, and creative problem solving; ability to manage and maintain budget and fiscal responsibilities; ability to collect, analyze, disseminate, and report data, as well as provide current and future trends regarding student development; ability to effectively research other university best practices and follow nationwide procedures and policies related to fraternity and sorority life; maintain a sound understanding of university, state-wide, institutional policies and procedures and best business practices; ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from internal and external stakeholders and constituencies; ability to manage and coordinate other duties as assigned.

Contact Information

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Melissa Dempsey, Assistant Dean of Students for Student Engagement, via email at [e-mail].

Equal Employment Opportunity

Columbus State University is proud to be an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity institution. It is the policy of our institution to recruit, hire, train, promote and educate persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnical origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws.

Background Check

• Position of Trust + Education

Special Applicant Instructions

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Applications received through April 25, 2025, will be considered in the initial review, and the review of applications will continue until the position is filled.

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