Assistant Director, Fraternity and Sorority

Department:
Campus Life

Salary/Grade: EXS/6

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://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./

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.

The salary range for the Assistant Director of Fraternity & Sorority Life position is $64, depending on experience, skills, and internal equity.

Priority application review will begin January 9, 2026.

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.

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.

• 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…