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Job Description
The Coordinator helps to organize fraternity and sorority life at Davidson College. As a member of the Student Activities staff and of the Division of Student Life, the Coordinator will join a competent, committed team who cares deeply about students and each other. The Coordinator partners with the Student Activities team to foster an inclusive, celebratory, and student-learning centered environment. The Coordinator serves as a leader in organizational leadership, development, risk management, and advising. The Coordinator of Student Activities is a 12-month, non-exempt, term-limited position and will be required to work in person, on campus, and attend some regular night and weekend events and meetings. Though the position is term-limited, there will be an opportunity to extend the appointment following review.
About Patterson Court Council:
The FSL community at Davidson is known as Patterson Court Council (PCC). Patterson Court is named after the road where IFC Fraternity and Eating Houses are located. PCC includes four IFC Fraternities, two NPHC fraternities, two NPHC sororities, one Latinx sorority, one Latinx fraternity, and four local organizations known as Eating Houses for women and gender-diverse students. PCC is governed by a 12-person executive board. About 50% of Davidson’s student body are part of the Patterson Court Council community.
Responsibilities:
● Advise the Patterson Court Council executive board in collaboration with the Associate Director for Student Activities. Attend regular PCC Executive Board meetings and general body meetings. Meet with officers on a regular basis one on one and provide guidance and training for their individual roles. Work closely with the PCC executive board leadership to manage executive board budgets, including programming and grant funding.
● Oversee portions of the PCC Event Planning and Approval process, including risk management fidelity.
● Assist in the oversight of PCC facilities, including budget allocation and facility checks/upkeep.
● Create and implement new and existing risk management programming for incoming and current members of organizations including hazing prevention education and semesterly risk management training for events.
● Plan annual retreats for PCC student leaders.
● Assist in the organization and facilitation of recruitment and intake processes for fraternities and sororities, including working with organizations on new member education.
● Support major events and initiatives housed in the Student Activities Office including: New Student Orientation, Student Activities Fairs, Winterfest, Spring Frolics, and Senior Class Party.
Requirements:
Bachelor’s Degree is required; 1-3 years of related experience in Fraternity and Sorority Life, leadership development, and/or student activities preferred. Two years of graduate assistantship experience equates to one year of professional experience.
Priority will be given to candidates who have a solid understanding of student learning and development, leadership and organizational development, group facilitation, social justice issues, and leadership and contribution to an inclusive and celebratory work environment. Membership in a fraternity or sorority preferred. Work will be done in-office involving frequent contact with students and staff members. Available to work a flexible 40-hour week, including some evenings and weekends. Strong organizational, interpersonal, and oral and written communication skills. Desire to work in a collaborative liberal arts environment is a must.
Information about how to submit an application can be found at https://employment.davidson.edu.
About Us
Davidson is a highly selective, nationally ranked, residential liberal arts college located in Davidson, North Carolina, near Charlotte. We seek to hire talented faculty and staff who are committed to achieving excellence within an inclusive community where diverse backgrounds and perspectives are valued.
