Fraternity & Sorority Life Property Manager

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Work type: Staff Part-Time
Location: Denver, CO
Categories: Housing and Residential Education
Division: Housing and Residential Education

Student Affairs & Inclusive Excellence (SAIE) is the central student affairs division of the University of Denver.

SAIE supports students in their holistic development through advocacy, collaboration, and education, and we strive to be full partners in students’ learning experience. SAIE values student centricity; diversity, equity, and inclusion; collaboration; adaptability; and accountability. The Division’s strategic priorities are:

  • Enrich the holistic student experience
  • Elevate & Embed diversity, equity & inclusion
  • Engage purposeful partnerships
  • Enhance staff development, learning & wellbeing 
  • Enact sustainable practices & operations

SAIE includes Housing and Residential Education; Student Engagement; Fraternity and Sorority Life; Health and Counseling Center; Inclusion & Equity Education; Disability Services Program; The Cultural Center; Access & Transitions; Learning Effectiveness Program; Veterans and Military Resources; Student Outreach and Support; Student Rights & Responsibilities; Budget, Operations, and Division Resources; New Student Programs; Parent & Family Engagement; and Community and Driscoll Commons.

The Housing and Residential Education (HRE) team at the University of Denver is committed to providing housing and support services for over 3,000 on-campus students. HRE strives to cultivate a community that not only encourages academic excellence and achievement but also nurtures personal growth and development, fosters a culture of respect and inclusivity, champions diversity, promotes community service, and fosters leadership among an engaged staff and student body.

Position Summary 

Each Property Manager holds a 20 hour per week, academic year appointment (August 19, 2024, to June 20, 2025) with Housing & Residential Education and reports directly to the Housing Program Manager, or otherwise designated supervisor, while supporting the House Corporation for the chapter with whom the Property Manager resides.   This is a live-in position. Housing includes unfurnished one-bedroom unit all utilities included.

The Property Manager shares the responsibility for the operation of a co-curricular facility in which they strive to promote inclusive communities. The Property Manager is responsible for the day-to-day oversight of the chapter facility, in conjunction with the House Corporation, to ensure that the Chapter House meets University standards regarding health and safety expectations. 

This is a temporary, non-benefited position not to exceed 1,000 hours in a calendar year. 

Essential Duties 

There are unique aspects of each Property Manager position at the University of Denver. Each House Property Manager must meet with the House Corporation to review those aspects of the positions that are unique to that chapter house. Each Property Manager is expected to fulfil the following responsibilities, in addition to others that may be assigned throughout the year: 

For Housing & Residential Education   

  • Be familiar with the student engagement platform Crimson Connect for necessary administrative tasks 
  • Participate in University sponsored, semi-annual training in August and January 
  • Attend regularly scheduled Property Manager Meetings with Housing & Residential Education 
  • Be knowledgeable of how students can access University services and opportunities 
  • Adhere to all rules set forth by the house corporation and Housing & Residential Education in the living space except for having alcohol in their living space if they are 21+ years old  
  • Participate in trainings and development to build necessary competencies  
  • Serve as the primary advocate for the University of Denver, specifically Housing & Residential Education 

Facility Management   

  • Work closely with House Corporation, the Chapter Advisor, and the Housing Program Manager 
  • Coordinate necessary work orders for the facility, in conjunction with the University’s Department of Facility Management, the House Corporation, and the Housing Program Manager 
  • Liaise with Campus Safety, Pioneer ID Office, and IT  
  • Manage the technical aspects of the key inventory, card access, and outside door access to those facilities with appropriate technology 
  • Along with the Housing & Residential Education Office, facilitate the check in/out process, damages process, auditing placements, charges and  applications. 
  • Provide reports, including life safety issues, work order requests, and overall state of the facility, to Housing & Residential Education and to the House Corporation 
  • Assist Student Chapter House Manager in: 
    • Conducting bi-weekly walk-throughs of the facility 
    • Submitting work orders in a timely fashion and following up with responsible parties 
  • Be present for all Facility and Campus Safety inspections by the University 
  • Be educated on the rules and regulations of the University of Denver Student Code of Conduct, Fraternity and Sorority Life Risk Management Policy, the inter/national organization, and state, local and federal laws as they pertain to the facility

For the Fraternity/Sorority House Corporation   

  • Provide monthly, Bi-Weekly, or Weekly reports regarding damage incidents, damage accountability issues, work order requests and fulfillment, the overall condition of the Chapter House to Facility Management and the House Corporation 
  • Be a physical presence to remind undergraduate members of the University and Organization of expectations regarding alcohol and drug use, hazing, and personal conduct 
  • Once a week, walk inside and outside chapter house to ensure trash is being disposed of properly, there are no broken windows or shattered glass lying loose, check for damage to exit signs, fire extinguishers, emergency lights, windows, walls, doors, and furniture 
  • The Property Manager is not expected to inspect individual residence rooms, except as a member of an inspection team with the House Corporation or University. 
  • The Property Manager must report any issues in individual residence rooms to the House Corporation or University of Denver, as appropriate 
  • In coordination with the Housing Program Manager, prepare and monitor the status of all work orders submitted to the University's Facilities Management 
  • Be present for all Facility and Campus Safety inspections by the University 
  • In tandem with the Housing Program Manager, conduct room check-in and check-out procedures during opening and closing periods each quarter 
  • Using procedures developed by Housing & Residential Education, facilitate room changes by members, when necessary  
  • In coordination with Student Chapter House Manager, conduct one meeting with the chapter during the first two weeks of the fall and winter quarters for residents to become familiar with rules, regulations, fire drills, evacuation plans and behavioral expectations 
  • Consult with House Corporation President or designated board member on any issues not included herein 

For the Chapter Advisor/Alumni Advisory Board 

  • Attend chapter events, where appropriate and available, involving alumni or parents 
  • Be knowledgeable of rules and expectations of the national fraternity's/sorority's Code of Conduct, University of Denver Student Code of Conduct, Fraternity and Sorority Life Harm Reduction & Prevention Policy and local, state, and federal laws as they pertain to the facility 
  • Provide monthly reports regarding damage incidents, damage accountability issues, and your general impressions of the chapter to Housing & Residential Education, Housing Corporation, and Alumni Advisory Board 

Individual Student Development  

  • Be knowledgeable about University of Denver services and opportunities available to students 
  • Be knowledgeable about Fraternity and Sorority Life policies, procedures, and expectations 
  • Act as a referral agent to other University resources, as necessary 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities 

  • Attention to detail, with a highly organized approach to data/project management  Knowledge of campus resources and how to direct students effectively  
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills  
  • Ability to maintain constructive work relationships with student, graduate, and professional staff in HRE, Facilities, and Custodial Services  
  • Recognize opportunities to provide feedback and improve processes and procedure 
  • Excellent organizational, planning, interpersonal and communication skills. 
  • Ability to work independently and as a team member 

Required Qualifications 

  • Candidates must have a high school diploma and not enrolled in undergraduate classes at the University of Denver 
  • A genuine interest in working with students, University staff, fraternal organizations, and their volunteers 

Preferred Qualifications  

  • Prior experience as an FSL Property Manager or Similar. 
  • Candidates possess a bachelor’s degree and are enrolled in a graduate program 
  • An individual with Fraternity and Sorority life experience of some kind 
  • Interest, desire and/or experience in the field of student affairs, specifically, fraternity and sorority life 
  • Previous experience working for an inter/national organization, or Housing and Residential Education. 
  • Demonstrated commitment to embedding principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion into job responsibilities 

Work Schedule 

Property Manager holds a 20 hour per week appointment with Housing & Residential Education and reports directly to the Housing Program Manager, and works in coordination with the assigned property's Housing Corporation.

The duration of this position is from August 19, 2024, to June 20, 2025.

Work Environment

  • Work is to be completed in person.   

Physical Activities

  • Occasionally required to move about the office/campus with the capability of lifting up to 20 lbs.  

Application Deadline

For consideration, please submit your application materials by 4:00 p.m. (MST) May 19, 2024.

Special Instructions

Candidates must apply online through jobs.du.edu to be considered. Only applications submitted online will be accepted.

Hourly Rate

The hourly rate for this position is $18.29.

The University of Denver has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The University may ultimately pay more or less than the posted compensation range. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information, but not based on a candidate’s sex or any other protected status.

Benefits

The University of Denver offers some benefits for non-benefited employees. The University of Denver is a private institution that empowers students who want to make a difference. Learn more about the University of Denver.

Please include the following documents with your application: 

  1. Resume  
  2. Cover Letter  

The University of Denver is an equal opportunity employer. The University of Denver prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, creed, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, military enlistment, or veteran status, and any other class of individuals protected from discrimination under federal, state, or local law, regulation, or ordinance in any of the University’s educational programs and activities, and in the employment (including application for employment) and admissions (including application for admission) context, as required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; the Americans with Disabilities Act; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973; Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964; the Age Discrimination Act of 1975; the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967; Equal Pay Act; Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act; the Colorado Protecting Opportunities and Workers' Rights (" POWR") Act; and any other federal, state, and local laws, regulations, or ordinances that prohibit discrimination, harassment, and/or retaliation. For more information, please see the University of Denver's Non-Discrimination Statement.

All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory completion of a criminal history background check.

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