About the role
Fraternity and sorority communities thrive when they're supported by professionals who genuinely invest in student growth. At Lehigh University, Fraternity and Sorority Life is looking for an Assistant Director who brings both strategic thinking and a deep commitment to inclusive, student-centered practice. Reporting to the Associate Director of Fraternity and Sorority Life, you'll play an active role in shaping the direction of a department that takes its educational mission seriously.
Position Number: S83340
This position is a Grade: 8 - 40 with an approximate salary range of $47,570-$57,090 and is subject to change based on experience, skills and qualifications.
What You'll Be Doing
- Advising assigned fraternity and sorority chapters and governing councils in their development, accountability, and community engagement
- Contributing to departmental strategic planning and the ongoing refinement of the office's mission and vision
- Designing and facilitating student-centered programs that advance diversity, equity, and inclusion within Greek-letter communities
- Overseeing recruitment, intake, and new member education processes to ensure alignment with university policy and chapter values
- Managing conduct and accountability processes for assigned chapters, partnering with the Dean of Students office where appropriate
- Delivering risk management education and supporting chapters in building cultures of care and informed decision-making
- Collecting and analyzing community data to inform assessment, reporting, and continuous program improvement
- Serving as a consistent advocate for students, connecting them with resources across the broader Student Affairs division
What You Bring
- Master's degree in Higher Education, Student Affairs, or equivalent combination of education and experience
- One to three years of work related experience
- A track record of developing inclusive programs that reflect a commitment to equity and belonging
- Experience in student conduct, conflict resolution, and community standards work
- Experience contributing to strategic planning or departmental goal-setting processes
- Solid computer skills needed to handle campus management software
- Exercises sound judgment and problem-solving skills
- Excellent presentation skills
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
Why Lehigh
Lehigh University is a research-intensive institution in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, where Student Affairs professionals are genuine partners in the academic mission. This 12-month, full-time position comes with strong retirement contributions, tuition benefits, and professional development support — within a department that values substance and measurable student impact. Lehigh University is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate. We are committed to a culturally and intellectually diverse community and we seek qualified candidates to contribute to the university’s mission.
Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing an accommodation for any part of the interview or hiring process may contact Lehigh's Accommodations Specialist.
Special Considerations
- The duties of this position may allow the employee to work partially remote as deemed appropriate by their supervisor.
- This position is funded by soft dollars; there is no severance associated with this position.
Successful completion of standard background checks including but not limited to: social security verification, education verification, national criminal background checks, motor vehicle checks, PATCH, FBI fingerprinting, Child Abuse Clearance and credit history based upon the requirements of the position.
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