Position Summary

The Associate Program Director for Health and Safety in the Pierce Greek Life Center at San Diego State University provides leadership and oversight of harm reduction, risk management, and well-being initiatives within the fraternity and sorority community. Reporting to the Director of the Pierce Greek Life Center, this position designs, implements, and evaluates health and safety education programs; advises student organizations on policy compliance; and collaborates with campus partners to foster a safe, inclusive, and values-based Greek Life environment.

Key responsibilities:

• Developing and facilitating comprehensive health and safety training for students, advisors, and staff.
• Leading prevention education efforts focused on alcohol and substance misuse, hazing, and sexual violence prevention.
• Advising student organizations on risk management, event planning, and compliance with university and CSU policies.
• Managing event registration and policy implementation for off-campus activities.
• Collecting and analyzing data to inform policy, enhance safety initiatives, and ensure compliance with federal, state, and university regulations.
• Supporting university-wide programs such as Welcome Week, Aztec Nights, and leadership development events.
• Supervising student assistants and contributing to division-wide diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.

Apply now to join SDSU’s commitment to student development, wellbeing, and community excellence!

Position Information

• This is a full-time (1.0 time-base), benefits eligible, temporary position with an anticipated end date of June 30, 2026, with the possibility of reappointment. 
• This position is designated as exempt under FLSA and is not eligible for overtime compensation. 
• Standard SDSU work hours are Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., but may vary based on operational needs. (This position routinely involves evening and weekend work) 
• The individual hired into this role will work on campus at SDSU in San Diego.

Department Summary

Greek Life at San Diego State University represents a vibrant and diverse community of social fraternities and sororities dedicated to the core values of academic excellence, leadership, changemaking, belonging, and health and safety. The community is comprised of chapters governed by four distinct councils: the United Sorority and Fraternity Council (USFC), National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC), Interfraternity Council (IFC), and College Panhellenic Association (CPA). Each council supports chapters with shared purposes, programming, and joining processes.

SDSU’s Greek Life community includes fraternities for men and sororities for women, encompassing historically Black, culturally based (Latino/a/x, Asian-interest, and multicultural), and traditionally Panhellenic or IFC-affiliated organizations. Together, these groups foster leadership, scholarship, service, and a deep sense of community across campus.

Greek Life is supported by the Pierce Greek Life Center, a dedicated team of professional staff who advise students, develop educational programming, and advance initiatives that promote well-being and inclusion. The success of the fraternity and sorority community is also made possible through the engagement of alumni advisors and international organization staff who provide mentorship, guidance, and operational support to chapters locally and globally.

For more information regarding the Pierce Greek Life Center,  click here.

Education and Experience

Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university in a related field plus upper division or graduate course work in counseling techniques, interviewing and conflict resolution where such are job related.

Possession of the below required knowledge and abilities is typically demonstrated through the equivalent to four years of progressively responsible professional student services work experience which includes experience in advising students individually and in groups, and in analysis and resolution of complex student services problems.

A master’s degree in counseling, Clinical Psychology, Social Work, or a job-related field may be substituted for one year of professional experience. A doctorate degree and the appropriate internship or clinical training in counseling, guidance or a job-related field may be substituted for two years of the required professional experience for positions with a major responsibility for professional, personal or career counseling.

Key Qualifications

• Understanding of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) regarding the maintenance of academic and judicial records of individual students.
• Understanding of reporting responsibilities outlined for a “Responsible Employee” and “Campus Security Authority” under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Act.
• Ability to learn and apply Title V, CSU policies and procedures, and University rules and regulations as they relate to student organizations, activities, expression, and governance structures.
• Experience advising and counseling students in academic and co-curricular settings, including event planning and program advising at the collegiate level.
• Experience developing, implementing, and assessing leadership, cultural, and student programs.
• Thorough understanding of student development theories and best practices in Student Affairs, including student life and fraternity and sorority life.
• Experience managing fiscal resources and supervising student staff.
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, including facilitation, public speaking, consensus building, and conflict mediation.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with faculty, administrators, student organizations, and campus partners such as Residential Education, Counseling and Psychological Services, Career Services, and Associated Students.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, with demonstrated initiative, sound judgment, and resourcefulness in decision-making and policy enforcement.

Compensation and Benefits

San Diego State University offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and professional growth.

Compensation:
 Salary is based on your experience, education, and qualifications, within the department’s budget and equity guidelines.

• CSU Classification Salary Range: $6,320 - $9,014/month; hiring salary not expected to exceed $6,320/month.

Full Benefits Package Includes:

• Generous Time Off: 15 paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
• Retirement: CalPERS pension plan with retiree healthcare, and reciprocal agreements with other California public retirement systems, including the UC.
• Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision options at low or no cost.
• Education Support: CSU tuition fee waiver for employees and eligible dependents.
• Optional Offerings: FlexCash, life and disability insurance, legal and pet plans.
• Campus & Community: Access to the library, campus events, employee groups, and volunteer and social activities.

Our benefits are a significant part of total compensation. Learn more at the SDSU Benefits Overview.

SDSU Values

At SDSU, our diversity gives us power and benefits every single member of our community. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, SDSU provides equal opportunity for all in education and employment. We encourage all members of our community to purposefully learn from one another through open and respectful dialogue and responsible engagement. We strongly preserve the right to free expression and encourage difficult conversations that help lead to improved individual and community learning and cohesion.

Principles of Community

At San Diego State University, we are a community of diverse individuals who have and represent many perspectives, beliefs, and identities. This diversity lends our community strength, and we commit to creating and sustaining an inclusive and intellectually vibrant environment that benefits all members of our university. 

SDSU’s Principles of Community is an aspirational statement that is intended to evolve over time. The statement reflects the ideals we are encouraged to uphold in our interactions with one another. 

Equal Opportunity and Excellence in Education and Employment

All university programs and activities are open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, San Diego State University (SDSU) provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities. SDSU complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California’s Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws, and CSU’s Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices. 

SDSU is a diverse community of individuals who represent many perspectives, beliefs, and identities, committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and intellectually vibrant environment. We cultivate a culture of open dialogue, mutual respect, and belonging to support educational excellence and student success. Through academic programs, student organizations and activities, faculty initiatives, and community partnerships, we encourage meaningful engagement with diverse perspectives. As a higher education institution, we are dedicated to advancing knowledge and empowering individuals to reach their full potential by prioritizing inclusive curriculum development, faculty and staff training, student mentorship, and comprehensive support programs. At SDSU, excellence is built on merit, talent, diversity, accessibility, and equal opportunity for all.

Supplemental Information

Apply by November 10, 2025 to ensure full consideration. Applications submitted after this date will be reviewed on an as-needed basis, and the position will remain open until filled.

The person holding this position is considered a ‘mandated reporter’ under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. 

San Diego State University is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions (e.g., H-1B visa). Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Offers of employment are contingent upon the presentation of documents that demonstrate a person's identity and authorization to work in the United States, which are consistent with the provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act. 

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. SDSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current SDSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.

SDSU is a smoke-free campus. For more information, please click here.

Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who request an accommodation by contacting Pang Thao at pythao@sdsu.edu.