Reporting to the Assistant Director for Greek Life, the Programming Coordinator for Greek Life will serve as a key advocate for the fraternity and sorority community by supporting initiatives that enhance the learning experience, leadership capacity, and sense of belonging for members. The coordinator provides comprehensive and cross-functional development to students across affiliated chapters and three governing councils (Interfraternity, National Pan-Hellenic, and Panhellenic). The coordinator plays a key role in the advancement of departmental and divisional priorities. This position coordinates the planning, execution, and assessment of office, community, and collaborative programs for Greek Life.
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES FOR THIS POSITION INCLUDE:
OPPORTUNITIES FOR LEADERSHIP:
Emphasis on program design and the student learning experience
A primary goal for Greek Life at LSU is to provide intentional out-of-classroom learning experiences and programs that support the development of the community. The Programming Coordinator will support these efforts by establishing learning objectives for all programs and services through curriculum and program design and incorporate high quality facilitation methods.
Cross-functional fraternity and sorority advising
Holistically supporting all members of a sorority and fraternity community requires an unconventional approach to Greek Life work. The coordinator has the opportunity to implement strategies that are high impact, relevant, moves the entire community forward, and that cuts across any singular council, by utilizing a cross-functional approach to serving students, and allowing advisement across all councils and chapters.
ATTRIBUTES OF THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE:
Maintains a deep appreciation for the educational and social value of a complex community and maintains commitment to providing collaborative and comprehensive programs, services, events, and experiences.
Does not start with “no” when addressing student concerns or requests, but instead works to find innovative ways to solve problems and meet student needs.
Embraces a “progress not perfection” approach when working with college students understanding that every situation provides a teachable moment.
Possesses the ability to navigate complex systems while building relationships across various stakeholder groups.
Can communicate with clarity, direction, and conviction in person, in written communication, and in virtual spaces.
Has the desire to advocate for the student experience while also supporting institutional and divisional priorities and initiatives.
Approaches the work with a positive, collaborative attitude that creates spaces for support, encouragement, and development.
ABOUT THE DIVISION OF STUDENT AFFAIRS PRIORITIES:
Three priorities guide our work in the Division of Student Affairs. Foremost, we maintain a commitment to quality which is rooted in the belief that LSU students deserve our best effort. Every interaction we have with students should communicate care, relevance, polish, and attention to detail. We work to ensure every space, place, and staff-to-student interaction communicates a sense of home to students. Finally, we design programs, services, events, and experiences with everyone in mind.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Student Support (60%): Advise the Greek Leadership Team comprised of the student leaders responsible for community programs including but not limited to: Greek Week, Hazing Prevention Week, Homecoming, and Songfest. Advise Order of Omega Greek Honor Society, Greek Ambassadors, and council support.
Programming (20%): Coordinates the planning, execution, and assessment of office and collaborative programs for Greek Life including Orientation and Admissions programming, athletics partnerships, wellness programs, Greek Suite Programs, etc.
Administrative Support (10%): Provides support for the day-to-day operation of Greek Life through administrative management and departmental expenditures. Coordinates logistics, expenditures, and operations for Greek Life programs, events, experiences, and services. Responsible for ongoing curriculum design, facilitation, and assessment of annual Greek Life programs.
Quality Control (5%): Ensures every aspect of programs, administrative and financial tasks, communication, and design exudes a high degree of quality by monitoring data, details, and systems for all outputs. Embraces and executes the marginal gains approach; seeking to increase the level of all services, events, programs, and experiences in Greek Life for continuous improvements every academic year.
Other Duties (5%): Other duties as assigned by the Director of Greek Life. This includes, but is not limited to, efforts that support broad divisional and institutional goals including at least 40 hours per year spent helping divisional initiatives such as Move-in Day, Welcome Week, Family Weekend, Career Expo, and Disability Services Finals Testing.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS/EXPECTATIONS:
Ability and willingness to work some evening and weekend hours.
As with all LSU employees, due to this position title and/or responsibilities, this position has an obligation to assist students in the acquisition of necessary services. Should a student appear in need of or seek assistance with issues of an emotional, behavioral, or mental health related matter they should be referred to the proper service within the Student Health Center. In situations where the student creates an impression that they are a danger to themselves or others, the advisor should immediately contact the Care Team, the Dean of Students or the appropriate law enforcement agency. The employee outside of those rights contained within FERPA should create no impression of client or patient confidentiality
APPLICATIONS:
Applications will be accepted online on the LSU Careers website. Please direct all nominations and inquiries for the position to Beth Newell, Director for Greek Life, at enewel4@lsu.edu. The search committee will begin reviewing applications immediately and continue to accept applications and nominations until the position is filled. However, in order to assure the fullest consideration, candidates are encouraged to have complete applications submitted by May 1, 2026. Requested application materials include a letter of interest; curriculum vitae or resume; and the names, telephone numbers, and e-mail addresses of at least three professional references. Salary will be competitive and commensurate with qualifications. An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.
Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.
Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!
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All candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain that valid work authorization throughout employment. Changes in laws, regulations, or government policies may impact the university’s ability to employ individuals in certain positions.
For questions or concerns related to updating your application with attachments (e.g., resumes, RS:17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or email HR@lsu.edu. For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact the department using the information provided in the Special Instructions section of this job posting.