Coordinator of Fraternity and Sorority Life (FSL) and Student Recruitment

Location: Hattiesburg, 118 College Drive, Hattiesburg, Mississippi, 39406-0001, United States

Employment Status: Full Time

About the Role

The Coordinator of Fraternity and Sorority Life (FSL) and Student Recruitment will perform complex student and student organization advisement, leadership training, and on-campus event coordination and supervision. The coordinator will serve as a collaborative liaison with campus faculty/staff, advisors, fellow members of the FSL staff, Student Life staff, and Division of Student Affairs staff. This position will assist the FSL team in daily operations, planning of Tri-Council programming, implementation of office goals and strategic plans, execution of community standards and academic reporting, and other collaborations and office responsibilities as needed.

Responsibilities

• Recruitment and Retention: Guide and oversee individual chapter intake programs and recruitment efforts to ensure policy and procedural compliance. Ensure students are informed about the benefits of membership and assist organizations with strategies to retain members.
• Advising and Support: Serve as the primary contact for all National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC) chapters, chapter advisors, international organizations, chapter presidents, and collegiate members. Assist and advise NPHC with all council programming, training, and initiatives. Advise individual chapters on areas of concern. Collaborate with local graduate chapters to promote advocacy, investment, and dialogue among invested constituencies.
• Program Development and Implementation: Design and execute educational programs and workshops that promote personal development, leadership, academic success, and social responsibility within the FSL community. Assist the Fraternity & Sorority Life team in planning and executing leadership retreats, programs, and community-wide initiatives.
• Risk Management and Policy Compliance: Ensure fraternities and sororities adhere to university policies, national organization standards, and legal requirements, including hazing prevention, alcohol management, and member safety.
• Community Building and Engagement: Foster positive relationships between fraternal organizations, the broader student body, and the local community through collaborative events, service opportunities, and initiatives that enhance the campus climate.
• Assessment and Reporting: Monitor and assess the effectiveness of fraternity and sorority programs and activities. Collect data on membership trends, academic performance, and other key metrics to guide decision-making and improve the student experience.
• Perform other duties as assigned and serve on various University committees as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in education, counseling, communication, or related field from an accredited college or university.
• One year of experience in a higher education setting working with student programming, advising, Fraternity & Sorority council/governance, and student development.
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for visa sponsorship.

Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to effectively communicate with students, faculty, staff, administrators, and external stakeholders.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills, including the ability to build rapport, establish trust, and resolve conflicts effectively.
• Ability to collect, analyze, and interpret data related to FSL activities, membership trends, and program outcomes.
• Ability to adapt to changing circumstances and priorities, and to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Ability to identify and analyze problems, develop creative solutions, and implement effective interventions.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, including the ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proficiency in using various software applications, including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and presentation software.
• Ability to effectively collaborate with colleagues, campus partners, and external stakeholders to achieve common goals.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in education, counseling, communication, or related field from an accredited college or university.
• Two years of experience in a higher education setting working with student programming, advising, Fraternity & Sorority council/governance, and student development.

About The University of Southern Mississippi

Since our founding in 1910, The University of Southern Mississippi has remained dedicated to preparing students for success. We deliver programs to more than 13,000 students in Hattiesburg and Long Beach, at teaching and research sites across the Mississippi Gulf Coast, as well as online. We are a community-engaged Carnegie R1 university, earning distinction as one of the nation's leading research institutions.

Southern Miss is known for pioneering work in polymer science, ocean science, spectator sports safety and security, and bringing language to children with communication disorders. We are also a national leader in a broad range of disciplines, including cybersecurity, hydrography, nutrition, aquaculture, kinesiology, and economic development, among others. We produce graduates ready to enter fields leading the way in emerging technologies through programs such as computer engineering, information technology, and ocean engineering. We’re developing the next generation of business leaders while also responding to critical workforce shortages by producing skilled professionals in education and nursing.

With a tradition of excellence in the arts, we are one of only 36 public institutions in the nation accredited in four major areas of the arts. Home to the Golden Eagles, our student-athletes compete in 17 NCAA Division I sports. With a culture marked by passion and persistence, Southern Miss is delivering graduates who are ready for life.