Assistant Director of Building Operations and Fraternity and Sorority Life (GA153)
Longwood University
Farmville, VA
Full-time
Administration / Clerical
Posted on April 9, 2024
About Longwood University:
A comprehensive university with a strong liberal arts foundation, Longwood has a distinctive mission to develop citizen leaders who are prepared to make positive contributions to the common good of society. Founded in 1839, Longwood is the third-oldest public university in Virginia.
Longwood is part of the proud tradition of higher education in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Roughly one hour's drive from Charlottesville, Lynchburg, and Richmond, Longwood is located in the historic two-college community of Farmville. Longwood currently has approximately 4,300 undergraduate and graduate students and 39,000 alumni. It maintains affiliations with the neighboring Robert Russa Moton Museum of civil rights history and the Longwood Center for Visual Arts, a nationally accredited university art museum. A member of the Big South Conference, Longwood competes at the NCAA Division I level.
Job Description:
Longwood University invites qualified applicants to apply for the position of Assistant Director of Building Operations and Fraternity and Sorority Life (GA153) in the University Center & Student Activities. The successful candidate will provide oversight for the daily operations within the Upchurch University Center to include: scheduling all set ups for events taking place in the Upchurch University Center; hiring, training, and supervising the Set-Up Crew; supporting supervision of the student staff in Upchurch; working closely with housekeeping and facilities management; and serving as advisor to the Interfraternity Council and IFC chapters and supporting office programs. The Assistant Director is part of the Student Engagement Unit within Student Affairs which includes professional staff members within the areas of Education and Prevention Programs, Fraternity and Sorority Life, Multicultural Affairs, and the University Center and Student Activities. Collectively, this unit aims to provide transformative learning opportunities within a diverse and inclusive environment where all students can develop the skills, competencies and attitudes of an engaged citizen leader.
Essential Responsibilities and Duties:
University Center and Student Activities:
Requirements:
Additional Information:
This position is a full-time, administrative & professional faculty, exempt position. Commonwealth of Virginia benefits accompany this position. A successful criminal background investigation is required. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.
Commonwealth of Virginia benefits accompany this position to include:
Per CFR: Title 34, the Title IX Coordinator's contact information can be located through this link http://www.longwood.edu/titleix/.
A diversified workforce is an important part of our strategic plan. EOE/AA
Application Instructions:
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled, position posted 4/08/24. To apply for this position, qualified applicants must complete the online information section and questions, and attach (under Resume) a letter of interest, resume, and names and contact details of three references.
A comprehensive university with a strong liberal arts foundation, Longwood has a distinctive mission to develop citizen leaders who are prepared to make positive contributions to the common good of society. Founded in 1839, Longwood is the third-oldest public university in Virginia.
Longwood is part of the proud tradition of higher education in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Roughly one hour's drive from Charlottesville, Lynchburg, and Richmond, Longwood is located in the historic two-college community of Farmville. Longwood currently has approximately 4,300 undergraduate and graduate students and 39,000 alumni. It maintains affiliations with the neighboring Robert Russa Moton Museum of civil rights history and the Longwood Center for Visual Arts, a nationally accredited university art museum. A member of the Big South Conference, Longwood competes at the NCAA Division I level.
Job Description:
Longwood University invites qualified applicants to apply for the position of Assistant Director of Building Operations and Fraternity and Sorority Life (GA153) in the University Center & Student Activities. The successful candidate will provide oversight for the daily operations within the Upchurch University Center to include: scheduling all set ups for events taking place in the Upchurch University Center; hiring, training, and supervising the Set-Up Crew; supporting supervision of the student staff in Upchurch; working closely with housekeeping and facilities management; and serving as advisor to the Interfraternity Council and IFC chapters and supporting office programs. The Assistant Director is part of the Student Engagement Unit within Student Affairs which includes professional staff members within the areas of Education and Prevention Programs, Fraternity and Sorority Life, Multicultural Affairs, and the University Center and Student Activities. Collectively, this unit aims to provide transformative learning opportunities within a diverse and inclusive environment where all students can develop the skills, competencies and attitudes of an engaged citizen leader.
Essential Responsibilities and Duties:
University Center and Student Activities:
- Coordinate all room set-ups; manage equipment inventory, and coordinate maintenance schedules
- Knowledge and understanding of the technology in the Upchurch University Center, troubleshoot as necessary and check on it at least once a week
- Assist with recruiting, selecting, training, and supervising the Upchurch University Center student staff
- Train students in use of Trello for daily building responsibilities; assess student staff based on learning outcomes
- Review student staff reports on a daily basis and share information in the reports to the appropriate staff member and/or campus department
- Provide building coverage and room set-ups after hours, when needed
- Support opportunities for regular feedback about the Upchurch University Center from facility users and students.
- Provide support and oversight to the other non-social Greek letter student organizations and groups, particularly those with a new member process
- Serve on the planning committees for New Lancer Days, First Friday Back, and The G.A.M.E.
- Work with individual Interfraternity Council (IFC) chapters and advise the IFC, including coordination of the IFC Exec, Recruitment IFC Bid Day, new member education program and processes, supervision of the IFC Lodge, and such programs as Men's Health Week and the annual flower sale fundraiser
- Serve as the Fraternity and Sorority Life liaison for campus outreach efforts, e.g. First Friday Back, The G.A.M.E., etc.
- In coordination with the Director of Fraternity and Sorority Life:
- Create procedures to help council and chapter leaders identify and implement goals and objectives consistent with the University mission and values of the Greek community and for other Greek-letter student organizations
- Work with campus chapter advisors to define roles and responsibilities; create in-service training opportunities and provide resources to collaboratively advise fraternities and sororities
- Respond appropriately to emergency situations and violations of university policies and local, state, and federal laws that involve members of Greek community. Communicate with appropriate University staff and office, particularly the Longwood Police and Student Conduct and Integrity office
- Establish widely publicized and some non-traditional office hours, to include weekends, that provide access to students, faculty, and staff
- Collaborate with the members of the Student Engagement Unit to plan and implement Late Night Breakfast, summer orientation, and Spring Weekend
- Serve as a member of the Student Engagement Unit; attend staff meetings both within the Unit and with the University Center and Student Activities staff and attend individual supervision meetings with the Director
- Serve as a resource for campus programming
- Participate in and contribute to University, Student Affairs, and Student Engagement committees, meetings, and professional development opportunities that address the program of curricular and co-curricular experiences as they relate to the Longwood student
- Perform duties and responsibilities in a manner that is consistent with the laws, regulations, and policies of the Commonwealth of Virginia, Longwood University, and the American College Personnel Association Ethical Principles and Standards
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Assistant Dean and Director of the University Center and Student Activities and Director of Fraternity and Sorority Life, or the Associate Vice President for Student Engagement and Initiatives
- The duties of this position are such that a flexible schedule including some night and weekend hours is necessary
- Serve as an essential employee during times of inclement weather
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree in Higher Education, Leadership, Student Personnel, or related area preferred
- Two to four years progressive responsibility within Student Affairs
- Knowledge of and experience with building operations, student staff supervision, public relations, and event coordination
- Graduate Assistantships will be viewed as qualifying experience
- Technical expertise, knowledge and experience with 25Live, Trello, and Social Tables
- Knowledge of student development theory
- Availability to work an irregular schedule including evenings and weekends
- Ability to safely lift up to 50 pounds as well as move tables, chairs, staging, etc. for room setups
Additional Information:
This position is a full-time, administrative & professional faculty, exempt position. Commonwealth of Virginia benefits accompany this position. A successful criminal background investigation is required. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.
Commonwealth of Virginia benefits accompany this position to include:
- State health and dental benefits & flexible spending accounts
- Paid leave (which may include sick leave, personal leave, annual leave, etc.), and 13 holidays
- Retirement savings plans (some with limited employer match available (VRS)
- Life & Long-Term care insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee discounts for various services, including Verizon.
- Educational benefits for most employees
- Fitness Center membership less expensive than most
Per CFR: Title 34, the Title IX Coordinator's contact information can be located through this link http://www.longwood.edu/titleix/.
A diversified workforce is an important part of our strategic plan. EOE/AA
Application Instructions:
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled, position posted 4/08/24. To apply for this position, qualified applicants must complete the online information section and questions, and attach (under Resume) a letter of interest, resume, and names and contact details of three references.
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