Graduate Assistant for Fraternity and Sorority Life (2 Positions Available)

Company: Marshall University
Location: Huntington
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Summary Overview: The GA for Fraternity & Sorority Life ( FSL ) supports the planning, advising, and evaluating leadership development, chapter accountability, and community programming for Marshall’s fraternity and sorority community. Provides support to various areas reporting to the Assistant Dean of Student Life. Primary Responsibilities (75%) Reports to the Assistant Director of Fraternity & Sorority Life Advise one or more governing councils (e.g., IFC , NPHC , Panhellenic). Provide guidance and support to all fraternity and sorority leaders. Work closely with chapter presidents and the FSL Presidents Council. Assist in the planning and implementing FSL events, leadership retreats, and trainings, including but not limited to risk management, leadership development, academic success, health and safety, community engagement, professional development, and organization management Monitor and enforce policies and procedures related to fraternity and sorority life. Advise and collaborate with FSL student leaders and chapter members on university policies (including hazing and alcohol), risk management, recruitment, retention, publicity, fundraising, program planning, budget, leadership training and development, and officer transition. Maintain and provide accurate membership records and rosters using HerdLink. Compile and publish pertinent FSL statistics, including academic performance, recruitment, retention, financial, and general information. Collaborate with student leaders on risk management education and event registration. Support chapter development, academic initiatives, and service tracking. Work closely and maintain working relationships with national headquarters, HPD , MUPD , chapter alumni advisors, housing corporations, the City of Huntington, Fire Marshall, and Fraternity/Sorority Alumni. Co-chair campus-wide student leadership conference committee. Help assess student involvement data and assist with reports on student engagement. Shared Responsibilities (25%) Assist with Week of Welcome, Student Life programming, departmental marketing/social media, and annual assessment. Support university-wide programs led by Military & Veteran Services, Community Service, Parent & Family Programs, Club Sports, and Esports. Technology & Systems Actively use and assist others with HerdLink for event planning, rosters, co-curricular transcripts, and student engagement tracking. Employment Terms 20 hours/week at $12/hour Training and professional development opportunities provided Evenings and Weekend Hours Mandatory Reporter Graduate Assistants serve in a position of trust and authority, working closely with student leaders and organizations. Under university policy and Title IX regulations, graduate assistants are considered mandatory reporters. Graduate Assistants are required to promptly report any information shared with them regarding: Sexual misconduct or harassment Relationship or dating violence Stalking Discrimination or bias incidents Hazing or other forms of endangerment Reports must be made to the appropriate campus office, including the Title IX Office, Office of Advocacy & Accountability, or other designated university officials. Graduate Assistants receive training on reporting obligations, appropriate response protocols, and how to support students while maintaining compliance with university policy.

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