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Student Development Coordinator - Fraternity and Sorority Life
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Position Number: 5879275
Location: Columbus, GA
Position Type: Student Affairs and Services

Student Development Coordinator - Fraternity and Sorority Life

Job ID: 280294
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.

Located just 100 miles southwest of Atlanta, CSU is part of the University System of Georgia and offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (or more) employees. Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays (if applicable). Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program. Consider applying with us today!

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 learning 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. This position also serves as Executive Director of the Miss Columbus State University Scholarship Pageant.

Responsibilities

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

Advisement (70%)
- Primary Advisor for (12+) sanctioned fraternity and sorority organizations spanning across three governing councils, Greek Programming Board, and Order of Omega.
- 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
- Collaborate with the Office of the Dean of Students for all fraternity/sorority conduct issues
- 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
- Oversee the implementation, assessment, and reporting of the Pillars of Excellence Accreditation Program
- Plan and execute annual Greek Leadership Retreat, Greek Week, Meet the Greeks, and various Greek life programming initiatives
- Provide guidance to groups interested in the Greek expansion process
- Hire, train and supervise (1) Graduate Assistant and additional office student assistants
- Oversee marketing initiatives for fraternity and sorority life
- Oversight of facilities to include the Greek Center and management of associated budgets

Programming (30%)
- Oversee and collaborate with aspects of various programmatic/leadership areas (e.g. Student Activities, Orientation, Leadership and Service, etc.).
- Serve as the co-advisor for Cougar Kickoff welcome back events including student committee oversight, programming and events, promotion, and logistics
- Oversee the institutional-sponsored eSports program including recruitment, team initiatives, scholarships, and season/team coordination
- Serve on appropriate university committees and governing boards.
- Work closely with students, faculty, staff, and external stakeholders to collaborate on programmatic initiatives designed to support the college student experience
- Executive Director, Miss Columbus State University Scholarship Pageant
- Plan yearly scholarship competition and serve as chair of the board for the Miss Columbus State University Scholarship Program; assist in preparation for Miss Georgia

Required Qualifications

Required qualifications include: Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor's degree.; Experience working in higher education in advising, developing, coordinating, and evaluating student life programs; preferably in fraternity/sorority life or multicultural organizations.; Affiliation with an inter/national fraternal organization.; Effective communication and ability to effectively share and interpret information and needs through the application of appropriate communication.; Extensive experience initiating, planning, implementing, and evaluating episodic and ongoing programmatic efforts.; Ability to assess programs and review students' learning outcomes to ensure achievement of objectives and strategies.; Experience working collaboratively with students, faculty, staff, and external stakeholders in a variety of university initiatives and committees.; Understanding of college student development, student development theoretical frameworks, organizational structure in higher education, and facilities management.

Preferred Qualifications

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.

Proposed Salary

The proposed annualized salary range for this position is $40,568- 42,500 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 dempsey_melissa1@columbusstate.edu.

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Institutional Values

Excellence: Actively engaging outstanding methods in teaching, academic discovery, creative pursuits, student success, cultural enrichment and the overall campus community.
Creativity: Pursuing distinction through inquiry and innovation, challenging convention and focusing on solutions.
Engagement: Dynamic civic involvement and participation of students, faculty, staff and alumni in the university experience.
Sustainability: Advancing fiscal responsibility, well-being, innovation, lifelong learning and environmental stewardship.
Inclusion: Cultivating and championing a campus environment that welcomes diverse backgrounds, ideas, perspectives and practices.
Servant Leadership: Leading through ethical empowerment and service.

Conditions of Employment

All selected candidates are required to submit and successfully pass a background investigation to include reference checks and verification of academic credentials (if applicable). Other additional requirements may be required based upon specific position duties:

A credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage;
Pre-employment drug testing for positions with high-risk responsibilities.
Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive a Columbus State University fleet vehicle or other vehicle designated as a fleet vehicle. A successful drug screening will be required as a condition of employment a randomly thereafter.

*Applicants for positions of trust may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. *

For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.

All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond. Additionally, all members of the USG community must adhere to the USG Statement of Core Values must also be aware of and comply with the Board of Regents policies on Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.

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

Visit Columbus State University's online Careers portal to drive your career with us! The online applicant system provides you with the ability to review job opportunities and apply to those that you are interested in and feel qualified for. Each job posting has a summary description of the position and required qualifications. All job applications must be submitted through the online portal system.

Applications received through January 15, 2025, will be considered in the initial review, and the review of applications will continue until the position is filled.

To apply, visit https://careers.hprod.onehcm.usg.edu/psp/careers/CAREERS/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=30000&JobOpeningId=280294&PostingSeq=1