Assistant Director, Fraternity and Sorority Life

Department: Campus Life
Salary/Grade: EXS/6

About Fraternity & Sorority Life at Northwestern University: Fraternity and Sorority Life, as part of Campus Life, uses the Campus Life learning outcomes when designing programmatic learning outcomes for our programs: identify personal interests, values, strengths, and identities and use the attributes to positively shape their communities at Northwestern and beyond (personal development, interpersonal competence, social responsibility, cognitive and practical skills); hone leadership and relationship-building skills and apply them to strengthen their organizations and communities at Northwestern and beyond (interpersonal competence); articulate how their co-curricular involvement integrates with their personal and professional goals (personal development, social responsibility). Learn more about Fraternity & Sorority Life: https://www.northwestern.edu/fsl/

Job Summary:

Northwestern University seeks a student-centered and forward-thinking administrator to serve as the Assistant Director of Fraternity & Sorority Life. This role advances the holistic development, operational excellence, and community impact of NU's fraternity and sorority chapters through a blended portfolio of advising, leadership development, coaching, education, and strategic collaboration.

This position reports to the Associate Director of Fraternity & Sorority Life.

Pay Range: The salary range for the Assistant Director of Fraternity & Sorority Life position is $64,000-66,800 depending on experience, skills, and internal equity.

Responsibilities:

Student Advising:

• The Assistant Director provides direct advising to one or more governing councils and a curated portfolio of chapters, using a strengths-based and coaching-oriented model that supports chapter operations, leadership transitions, delegation skills, harm reduction, and sustainable involvement practices.
• The role supervises graduate assistants and student staff, oversees FSL-specific Canvas modules and educational requirements, and partners with the Director and Associate Director of FSL to support stakeholder engagement with chapter advisors, campus partners, and alumni.

Leadership Development:

• With an expanded leadership development scope, the Assistant Director also contributes to the evolution and implementation of a Campus Life Leadership Framework-designing leadership learning outcomes, competencies, and programming that can be used across Fraternity & Sorority Life, Student Organizations & Activities, and broader Campus Life initiatives.
• The position serves as a consultant and convener for students and staff seeking leadership skill development, involvement coaching, or program audits, and may support signature leadership programs such as FSLR, SOAcon, advisor development initiatives, Canvas-based educational modules, and involvement consultations.

Strategic Collaboration:

• This position fosters collaboration across Campus Life, particularly with Student Organizations & Activities, on initiatives including shared leadership education, student leader recognition, advising resources, re-registration and Canvas processes, Student Activities Assistance Fund support, advisor training, and other joint signature events.
• As a member of the Campus Life team - which includes Fraternity & Sorority Life and Student Organizations & Activities - the Assistant Director supports a cohesive, student-ready ecosystem centered on belonging, retention, and leadership.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education and Experience:

• Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a bachelor's or higher degree; OR appropriate combination of education and experience.
• 2 years program/project administration or other relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications and Competencies:

• 1-3 years of experience advising and supporting college-level students and student organizations, including planning and implementing student programs, with a strong preference for candidates who have worked directly with fraternity and sorority communities.
• Master's degree or equivalent combination of education, training and experience from which comparable skills and knowledge can be acquired.
• Knowledge of program design, facilitation strategies, and learning outcomes development, including implementation of best practices in student learning and engagement.
• Understanding of leadership development models and best practices, particularly as they relate to undergraduate student leadership.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with campus partners, students, advisors, and inter/national organizations, and to foster positive working relationships across a broad community.

Benefits: At Northwestern, we are proud to provide meaningful, competitive, high-quality health care plans, retirement benefits, tuition discounts and more! Visit us at https://www.Northwestern.edu/hr/benefits/index.html to learn more.

Work-Life and Wellness: Northwestern offers comprehensive programs and services to help you and your family navigate life's challenges and opportunities and adopt and maintain healthy lifestyles. We support flexible work arrangements where possible and programs to help you locate and pay for quality, affordable childcare and senior/adult care. Visit us at https://www.Northwestern.edu/hr/benefits/work-life/index.html to learn more.

Professional Growth and Development: Northwestern supports employee career development in all circumstances whether your workspace is on campus or at home. If you're interested in developing your professional potential or continuing your formal education, we offer a variety of tools and resources. Visit us at https://www.Northwestern.edu/hr/learning/index.html to learn more.

Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics, including disability and veteran status. View Northwestern's non-discrimination statement. Job applicants who wish to request an accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX Compliance. View additional information on the accommodations process.