Seeking Asst. Director for Greek Life

Whittier College is an independent, four-year liberal arts college distinguished by its small size (1600 undergraduates) and a nationally-recognized liberal arts program. Whittier College has a history of strong and innovative interdisciplinary programs and a diverse student body. The College is ideally situated in the scenic hills eighteen miles east of downtown Los Angeles and is an AA/EOE employer.

Assistant Director, Leadership Experience and Programs (LEAP) Office

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR, LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE AND PROGRAMS (LEAP) OFFICE                                        

The Leadership Experience and Programs (LEAP) Office Assistant Director, under the direction of the LEAP Director, (1) develops and oversees the leadership development, management and execution of events/activities, and risk management education of the members of the 11 local Society chapters (comparable to Greek Life), (2) coordinates the annual community service day called Helping Hands Day, and (3) serves as an instructor in the Poet Leadership Education and Development (L.E.A.D.) Certificate Program. The Assistant Director serves as the primary advisor for the Inter-Society Council (the council for all Society chapters), will work as part of the LEAP team to provide a diverse offering of programs and services, will assist in the oversight and education of students in risk management and critical thinking, will establish and assess goals and objectives for to his/her specialty areas, and will provide budget management for his/her specialty areas.

Position Specifications and Requirements:
(1) Master’s Degree in Student Personnel, Counseling, Education Administration or related field (2) Three – Five (3-5) years of professional experience in Greek Affairs, Student Life, or equivalent combination of education, training and experience (3)Demonstrated knowledge in the areas of: student development theory, assessment, program coordination, student leader advisement, event/risk management, judicial board advisement, fiscal management, program evaluation, group dynamics, conflict management, mediation, and leadership development (4) Exemplary communication skills (both written and oral); strong interpersonal skills, ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously, ability to make sound ethical decisions, and experience working with a diverse student body (5)Ability to effectively work with College students, faculty, staff, alumni, and community partners (6) Must be computer literate (basic word processing and excel spreadsheets) (7) Have a commitment to the ideals of a liberal arts education

To be considered for this position, please email your resume with cover letter including salary history to: kklima@whittier.edu or mail to Whittier College, Attn: Assistant Director, Leadership Experience Programs (LEAP) Office, 13406 E Philadelphia Street, Whittier, CA 90608 AA/EOE.