Become a LILA
Phi Delta Theta International Fraternity and North Hall Properties is assisting house corporations to identify and place live-in leadership adviser (LILA) candidates for chapters. A LILA assists a chapter as it builds relationships with its house corporation, chapter advisory board, parents club, and university/college administration.
About
A live-in leadership adviser assists a chapter as it builds relationships with its house corporation, chapter advisory board, parents club, and university/college administration. Duties are conducted in consultation with the General Headquarters, house corporation, chapter advisory board, and university/college faculty and staff. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: the management of the house or physical structure; educating and informing of the risk management policies of Phi Delta Theta, the local chapter bylaws, and the terms of the lease agreement; and assisting the chapter leadership with overall chapter operations.
Through the Fraternity’s strategic plan, Phi Delt 2030, the Fraternity has a goal to place and train a certified live-in leadership adviser in 100 percent of all eligible house corporation-owned properties by 2030.
Duties and Responsibilities
Chapter Operations
- Coach, mentor, consult, and empower student leaders through regular interaction with chapter leadership and general membership.
- Regularly attend executive committee meetings and retreats to assist chapter leadership in planning and executing effective chapter operations strategies.
- Regularly attend chapter meetings to support chapter leadership and build relationships with chapter members.
Stakeholder Relationships
- Regularly communicate with the General Headquarters, house corporation, chapter advisory board, parents club, and university/college faculty and staff on all matters pertaining to the relationship each party has with the chapter and/or facility.
- Work with the house corporation and/or university/college housing department to ensure that the tenants of the facility are upholding the terms of the lease agreement.
Phi Delta Theta Risk Management Policies
Provide education and guidance to chapter officers and members in performing their responsibilities in conjunction with the risk management policies of Phi Delta Theta.
Facility Maintenance
- Ensure the chapter facility and its furnishings and landscape provide each member an environment for study, clean and safe living conditions, and recreational facilities.
- Facilitate a program focused on proper maintenance of the property, along with due regard for university/college, health, or fire department regulations, where applicable, shall be followed in each chapter.
- As necessary, conduct inspections of the chapter facility to ensure proper maintenance. This includes prior to move-in and move-out.
- When necessary, manage relationships with outside vendors on behalf of the house corporation.
This job description serves as a general outline for live-in adviser duties and responsibilities. Duties and responsibilities may vary depending on the individual job descriptions provided by the house cooperation or university/college housing department. Live-in leadership adviser employment and management structure will depend on the individual situation.
General Qualifications
- A bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in property management
- A demonstrated history of project and team management
- Superior coaching and mentoring skills
- Excellent verbal, analytical, organizational, and written skills
- Sound judgment when making decisions with strong problem-solving skills
- Servant leadership focused
- Results-oriented, strategic thinker and planner
- Membership in Phi Delta Theta strongly preferred
Work Environment
Work environments vary based on the facility and individual accommodations arranged by the house corporation or university housing department. However, candidates must be comfortable living in a facility that houses college-aged fraternity men.
Current Openings
- Florida Alpha – University of Florida
- Iowa Gamma – Iowa State University
- Michigan Beta – Michigan State University
- North Carolina Beta – University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
- Ohio Gamma – Ohio University
- Ohio Theta – University of Cincinnati
- Utah Alpha – University of Utah
- Washington Gamma – Washington State University
Want to add your chapter’s opening to our list? Email Eric Stice.
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About North Hall Properties
Within the Phi Delt 2030 strategic plan, the vision for Phi Delta Theta is to be recognized as the premier fraternal leadership development society in North America.
Housing components within the strategic plan complement the strategic initiatives, goals and objectives set forth in the plan and working towards the best and safest state-of-the-art housing in the industry enhances the overall vision. With the 2030 strategic plan providing framework for housing initiatives, the creation of North Hall Properties (NHP), Phi Delta Theta Fraternity’s housing entity, will support membership and house corporations operations. NHP, is a registered 501(c)7 organization that oversees the facility asset management and property management services for chapters and house corporations as well as supporting the Live-in Leadership Adviser Program.
LILA Training
Two-Day LILA Training–All Expenses Paid
July 25-26, 2026
Oxford, Ohio
To equip your live-in leadership adviser, graduate assistant, or house director with the necessary skills and knowledge, North Hall Properties cordially invites you to enroll them in our two-day training seminar, held in conjunction with Kleberg Emerging Leaders Institute, from July 25 to 26, 2026, in Oxford, Ohio. This event, made possible by the generous gifts from the Texas Delta House Corporation and the Walter B. Palmer Foundation, will provide a solid foundation for their on-the-job skills, enhancing their performance and contributions to your chapter.
Participation in the programming is free of charge, and all expenses to send your LILA, graduate assistant, or house director will be reimbursed, which means the cost of travel (including flights and transportation to and from the airport), accommodation, and meals for your participants are fully included. While the schedule is forthcoming, attendees will gain knowledge in the following areas: fraternity organizations and operations, member expectations, best practices and peer-to-peer advice, risk prevention and health and safety, and problem-solving. The General Headquarters executives and guest speakers will present in their respective areas of expertise.
This investment in your LILA, graduate assistant, or house director’s professional development will yield significant returns for your chapter, as they will be equipped with valuable General Headquarters resources and references upon their return. For more information about the event, please visit the Phi Delta Theta website. To register, please fill out this form. Contact Eric Stice with questions.