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The Nu Chapter of Tri Delta at Ohio State University is actively looking for a full-time, live-in House Director who will provide on-site property & vendor 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:

• 67 residents
• 267 chapter members
• Meal plan provided during the school year
• Third Party Vendors for Kitchen and Housekeeping. No direct reports. 
• Furnished House Director suite (1 bedroom with a fireplace) and 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. 
• 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. 

Required qualifications include: 

• 3+ years of related experience 
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, web-based applications, and general computer skills. 
• Ability to speak and read English. 
• Meet specified physical requirements of lifting no more than 35 lbs., standing, walking, and climbing stairs multiple times daily. 
• May work extended hours and/or non-traditional hours (i.e. able to respond to emergencies 24/7) 
• Ability to use proper discretion and independent judgment in carrying out the primary roles and responsibilities of the position. 

Preferred qualifications include: 

• Experience with staff supervision and property management 

Important Considerations

• We do require successful completion of a background check, drug test and fitness for duty test for all House Director positions. If this is a concern, please discuss it with the hiring team during your first interview. 
• Tri Delta does NOT use AI or algorithm based tools in our hiring process. 
• Please note that the Tri Delta offices will be closed for Tri Delta's Convention and Independence Day (June 24th - July 5th). We welcome applications during this period! We will review your applications and answer questions about the positions when we return July 6th. 

Tri Delta's employees are called to kindness, appreciate each other's unique abilities and value diverse perspectives. We welcome candidates with a wide range of experiences, identities and viewpoints. At Tri Delta, we don't just accept differences - we celebrate and support the diverse backgrounds and skills of our employees and believe that they make us stronger. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to a workplace free of discrimination and harassment.