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Tri Delta

Live-In House Director at the University of Iowa

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The Phi Chapter of Tri Delta at the University of Iowa is actively looking for a full-time, live-in House Director who will provide on-site property & employee management while fostering a sense of belonging for both members and staff in order to create a premier living experience for Tri Delta's collegiate members.

House Directors help turn houses into Tri Delta homes. The ideal candidate will combine their professionalism with a problem-solving attitude and their dedication to forming relationships. The role will be responsible for ensuring the safe operations of the property; managing dining operations; communicating regularly with vendors, local stakeholders, and the national staff; and creating a safe, welcoming environment for Tri Delta's collegiate members.

The role will begin in July 2026.

Why work for Tri Delta?

  • Excellent work environment and mission driven culture

  • Paid vacation & holidays - 40 hours per semester

  • Benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, & vision), retirement, & life insurance

  • Industry leading professional training

  • Support from Tri Delta's professional Executive Office staff

House Details:

  • 57 residents
  • 180 chapter members
  • Meal plan provided during the school year
  • Supervision of 2 employees (housekeeper and dining assistant)
  • 3rd party vendor for meal service
  • Newly Furnished House Director Suite & Parking Space

Job Responsibilities:

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Property Management
    • Live-in and reside overnight at the Tri Delta chapter house.
    • Manage the daily operations of the house and provide weekly reports to supervisor, chapter leadership and volunteers.
    • Report violations of chapter house rules and policies to chapter officers and advisors. The house director is not expected nor permitted to discipline chapter members.
    • Properly maintain the chapter house over time. Recommend capital improvements as needed throughout the year.
    • Prepare the chapter house for opening and closing, to include coordination of move-in and move-out and scheduling cleaning and routine maintenance.
    • Oversee the operation of dining services, including menu preparation, purchasing, and special events.
    • Oversee the operation of facility cleaning, which may include scheduling for daily, weekly, deep cleaning, special event(s), and additional cleanings and supply purchasing
    • Perform daily walk of the entire chapter house, including both the interior and exterior of the property to review for any safety or maintenance related needs.
  • Employee Supervision
    • Recruit, hire, train, schedule and supervise chapter house employees and ensure the accuracy of employees’ payroll.
  • Safety/Health
    • Work to develop and maintain a safety-conscious working and living environment with employees and chapter members.
    • Ensure that all life-safety equipment is well-maintained and in good working order. Schedule life safety inspections as requested and required in conjunction with Facility Support.
    • Promptly report to Regional Property Manager and Facility Support any problems with fire extinguishers, smoke detectors, alarm system or any other security or safety risk, including fire hazards.
    • Understand the Organization's protocol for responding to critical incidents and promptly report them to Executive Office staff.
    • Assist Regional Property Manager and Facility Support staff with maintaining property records and complete all assigned paperwork in a timely manner.
  • Collaboration/Communication
    • Establish and maintain vendor relationships.
    • In collaboration with the chapter and advisors, establish kitchen and dining operations policies and procedures.
    • Schedule regular meetings with Director of Facility Operations (DFACO), Operations Advisors (OAs), and other officers and advisors as requested/needed
    • Meet with Facility Committee as requested
  • Administrative Responsibilities
    • Respond in a timely manner to all maintenance requests.
    • Follow expense approval and reporting processes. Reconcile and report all expenditures.
  • Housing Team
    • Attend Tri Delta’s Annual House Director Conference and actively attend and participate in Tri Delta staff meetings and trainings throughout the year.
    • Offer logistical support for chapter priorities, programs, and initiatives.
    • Follow all Tri Delta and chapter policies, procedures and guidelines.