Assistant Director of Greek Life

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Closing Date:

07/08/2025

Type of Position:

Student Activities and EngagementNo

Job Type:

Fixed Duration of Project/Grant (Fixed Term)Day Shift (United States of America)No

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation’s top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance the state and build a better world through education, research, and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, fostering a welcoming climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery, and the spread of new ideas and innovations.

The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nation’s strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life.

As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.

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Department:

Greek Life

Summary of Job Duties:

The Assistant Director of Greek Life ensures that the direction of the Greek community is consistent with the mission of the university, while contributing to the overall quality of campus life. This position is responsible for the advancement of the UA Greek community including four Greek governing bodies (IFC, NPHC, UGC and PC) and 36 national Greek-lettered organizations. This position is responsible for communicating and developing a working relationship with both internal and external stakeholders, coordinating community service for the Greek community, developing and implementing educational and social programming for both individuals and chapters, and responding to emergencies as needed. Managing student learning efforts including outcomes and assessment. Advising Greek registered student organizations which address various programming needs and efforts such as leadership development, career readiness, and community engagement with all Greek chapters.

Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master's degree in a related field (i.e. Higher Education, Student Affairs, or Business) from an accredited institution of higher education

• At least two years experience working in or with Greek organizations beyond their undergraduate career

• Experience in regard to formal recruitment for Panhellenic and IFC organizations, new membership intake for NPHC and UGC, and other fraternity and sorority life programming efforts including, but not limited to, Greek Life social policy, risk management, leadership, and career development

Applicable equivalencies may be considered for the above qualifications.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in a related field (i.e. Higher Education, Student Affairs, or Business) from an accredited institution of higher education

• At least two years full-time professional experience working as a fraternity or sorority international headquarters/office staff member OR as a university Greek Life staff member​

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities (KSAs):

• Current knowledge of trends, practices and planning/programming related to fraternity and sorority life in the areas of chapter & leadership development, new member programming, community service, health & wellness, etc.

• Excellent interpersonal skills

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Problem solving and project management skills

• Ability to work well with students and colleagues

• Ability to work a flexible schedule to fulfill position responsibilities

Additional Information:

This position is renewable annually based on continued need for the position, availability of funding, and satisfactory job performance.

$56,123 (Commensurate with education and experience)Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), ResumeProof of Veteran StatusParice S. Bowser
Assistant Vice Chancellor for Greek Life
[email protected]

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Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry

The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas seeks to attract, develop and retain high quality faculty, staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds equal opportunity, educational excellence and unparalleled access for all.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All Application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity:

N/A

Frequent Physical Activity:

N/A

Occasional Physical Activity:

N/A

Benefits Eligible:

Yes