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Positio Title: Assistant Director of Fraternity and Sorority Life (CS26-124)

Location: Edwardsville, IL



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Assistant Director of Fraternity and Sorority Life (CS26-124)

Overview

To build on a strong foundation of achievement and contribute to the realization of its ambitious institutional goals, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) invites applications for the position of Assistant Director of Fraternity and Sorority Life (CS26-124).

As a premier metropolitan university, SIUE is committed to advancing social and economic mobility while shaping the workforce of the future. Grounded in a comprehensive, broad-based education and enriched by hands-on research opportunities, SIUE equips its students with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in a global marketplace and positively impact their communities.

Why SIUE?

Employing more than 2,400 faculty and staff members, SIUE is one of the largest employers in the Metropolitan St. Louis area. A study by SIUE School of Business faculty shows the University has a $471 million annual economic impact on the region. Each year, the University's presence generates almost 9,000 additional jobs and more than $250 million in labor income for the area.

What You Will Do

• Supervise, manage, develop, and provide strategic direction for the Fraternity and Sorority Life program, including advising, organizing, monitoring, and assessing 21 (inter)national fraternities and sororities and four governing councils totaling over 600 students.
• Serve as the official University advisor to two governing councils by attending weekly meetings and providing guidance on governance, while actively supporting and supervising the advisors of the remaining two councils.
• Plan, execute, and assess programs such as Panhellenic Sorority Recruitment, IFC Fraternity Recruitment, NPHC/UGC Membership Intake programs, Chapter Coaching and Leadership Training, and Educational Programming.
• Oversee community risk management and prevention education initiatives, including Anti-Hazing efforts.
• Supervise a Program Coordinator supporting fraternity and sorority life engagement.
• Support the department's mission, vision, and goals through additional related duties as assigned.

FLSA: Exempt

Minimum Acceptable Qualifications

• Master's degree in student affairs, college student personnel, higher education, counseling, or other related field is required.
• One-year full-time experience working in Student Affairs required.
• Membership in a (inter)national fraternity or sorority is required.
• Extensive and progressive experience and knowledge of fraternity and sorority life is preferred.
  
  Additionally, the minimum qualifications that are critical for success in this position include excellent oral and written communication skills; advising, counseling, listening, problem solving, crisis prevention/management, critical thinking, analytical, and interpersonal skills; ability to work in a fast-paced environment; knowledge of University policies, AFA Core Competencies, state law, and trends in higher education, fraternity and sorority industry, and student development; ability to maintain confidentiality; sound judgment; tolerance and acceptance; and experience with diverse populations. The position is guided by collaboration, coordination, cooperation, communication and collegiality.

Supplemental Information

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Illinois Residency Requirement: Pursuant to the State Universities Civil Service System, out-of-state candidates must establish Illinois residency within 180 calendar days of the start date for this position.

Illinois residency requires proof of a valid Illinois Driver's License or state of Illinois ID Card. Failure to produce the required documentation within 180 calendar days is grounds for immediate separation.

Classification: State Universities Civil Service System Classification Number: 5002 - SUCSS Classification Title. For more information on Civil Service classifications, please visit the State Universities Civil Service System website at: https://www.sucss.illinois.gov/pages/classspec/default.aspx .

Veterans: Veterans who qualify for preference must provide proof of eligibility within ten (10) working days of submitting an application. The required proof of eligibility includes, at a minimum, a copy of the veteran's DD214/DD215 form (Department of Defense), NGB22 form (National Guard), or Discharge Orders or DD256 Discharge Certificate (Reserves). For help in determining the appropriate proof of eligibility to submit, please refer to the Guide for Veteran Document Verification.

Pre-Employment Screening: External candidates receiving a job offer must undergo pre-employment screening, including a criminal background check. For safety sensitive positions, a drug screen will also be required.

Work Authorization Information: SIUE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States and visa sponsorship for this position will not be provided. International students at SIUE on F-1 or J-1 visas are not eligible for full-time or part-time civil service positions with permanent status.

Accommodation: If you are unable to utilize our online application system and need to request an accommodation, please reach out to us at 618-650-2190 or via email at: careerinfo@siue.edu

EEO Statement

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is an equal opportunity employer and thus prohibits discrimination against employees, applicants for employment and students on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran's status.

We value your interest and look forward to reviewing your application. For questions or more information, please email careerinfo@siue.edu .



Opening Date: 10/23/2025

Closing Date: 11/6/2025 11:59 PM Central

Address: 1040 Rendleman Hall
Edwardsville, Illinois, 62026

Website: https://www.siue.edu/

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