Office of Sorority & Fraternity Life
Number of Vacancies: 4
Department Website: gogreek.utk.edu
Department Mission Statement: The Mission of the Office of Sorority and Fraternity Life is to support a premier sorority and fraternity experience by providing educational opportunities, fostering collaborative relationships, and empowering students to uphold a mentality of ethical leadership and citizenship.
Job Requirements/Qualifications:
- Enrolled in graduate school at the University of Tennessee (preference is given to students pursuing a career in higher education/student affairs)
- Evidence of strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills
- Desire to learn and develop as a professional
- Committed to student empowerment and educational development of students
- Basic knowledge of the sorority/fraternity community and a demonstrated commitment to the fraternal movement
- Desire to work in a team environment
- Experience with creative programming/event planning
- Desire to build community, demonstrated commitment to diversity, and commitment to create positive change
- Ability to take initiative and work on assigned projects
- Commitment to the OSFL mission, vision, and values
- Greek affiliation is preferred but not required
Responsibilities and Tasks:
General Responsibilities and Tasks (expected of all graduate assistants):
- Identify and support targeted areas of interest within the Office of Sorority & Fraternity Life, such as assessment, programming, philanthropy, community service, etc.
- Present programs for retreats and student organizations as needed
- Assist with tracking of student involvement in sororities and fraternities, student residence contracts, meal plans, etc.
- Assist as needed with overall programming and staffing within the office
- Maintain a professional work environment at all times, including office hours, appropriate attire, professional conduct with students and staff
- Attend and serve on various University committees
- Perform other duties as assigned
Specific Responsibilities and Tasks:
National Pan-Hellenic Council & Multicultural Greek Council Graduate Assistant
- Assist with the advising and facilitation of major program and activities of the NPHC & MGC communities, including recruitment/intake, leadership retreats, new/member development, and education
- The NPHC and MGC graduate assistant will have the opportunity to serve as an advisor to Order of Omega Greek Honor Society
Health and Wellness Graduate Assistant
- Assist with the advising and facilitation of major program and activities of the community-at-large, including recruitment/intake, leadership retreats, new/member development, and education
- Assist in the planning and execution of the Health and Safety Summit
- Serve on the university-wide hazing prevention committee
- Oversee office marketing and social media
- Opportunity to serve as a co-instructor for a Leadership Education Course, as part of the Leadership Studies Minor for either the Greek Leadership class or the Recruitment Counselor Education class
Panhellenic Council Graduate Assistant (potential live-in position)
- Assist with the advising and facilitation of major program and activities of the NPC community, including recruitment/intake, leadership retreats, new/member development, and education
- Participate in training seminars for House Directors
- Conduct two fire drills per semester for on-campus houses and follow-up as required with maintenance requests
- Assist with sorority village housing management
Interfraternity Council (potential live-in position)
- Assist with the advising and facilitation of major program and activities of the IFC community, including recruitment/intake, leadership retreats, new/member development and education
- Participate in training seminars for House Directors
- Conduct two fire drills per semester for on-campus houses and follow-up as required with maintenance requests
- Assist with fraternity park housing management
Salary/Benefits:
- Tuition Waiver (In-State or Out-of-State) plus $1,325/month stipend
- Student Health Insurance
- Opportunity to travel with undergraduate students for regional and/or national conferences and retreats, or other professional development opportunities as approved by supervisor
Term:
- 20 hours per week
- 10-month appointment