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Executive Director, Delta Kappa Epsilon International Fraternity

The Executive Director manages the day-to-day headquarters operations of a 166-year old men's college fraternal organization. The organization has over 35,000 initiated members worldwide, with 50 collegiate chapters and colonies and 25 alumni groups across North America. The full-time position is based in Ann Arbor, MI, but could be managed remotely. The Executive Director reports to the Delta Kappa Epsilon Board of Directors.

The Executive Director must be a self-motivated strategic thinker; must be an excellent leader who relates well to college-age men; and must demonstrate ethical behavior above reproach in their professional and personal life. The Executive Director must be committed to carrying out the directives of the Board. They must be an outstanding representative for DKE when dealing with internal and external constituencies, and must have experience in speaking publicly to groups ranging in size from 10-300. The Executive Director must be passionate about Delta Kappa Epsilon, and must be able to communicate the DKE "story" to alumni, undergraduates, and other stakeholders.

Required Qualifications:
1.Must have knowledge of collegiate fraternities
2.Must have a 4-year college degree
3.Must have the ability to travel (50%, including some weekends)
4.Must be skillful at inspiring trust and confidence through skillfully building relationships with collegiate and alumni members
5.Must be able to manage multiple projects and time well; must have a strong work ethic and high energy level; and must be able to adapt well to frequent change
6.Must possess superior oral and written communication skills
7.Must be able to think creatively and analytically


Preferred Qualifications:
1.Advanced degree in higher education, non-profit management, or related field
2.Previous professional employment in non-profit association management
3.Alumni experience or involvement with DKE as a volunteer
4.Familiarity with database management and direct mail fundraising
5.Technologically savvy with respect to communications (websites, social media)


Position Description:
The position involves the management of the business office of the International Fraternity. The Executive Director is responsible for:
1)Managing the financial, administrative, personnel, public relations, and business aspects of the Fraternity;
2)Managing the development and delivery of programs and services for our undergraduate Chapters;
3)Cultivating strong relationships with DKE undergraduates, DKE alumni and alumni associations (including fundraising);
4)Developing relationships and working with college administrators at the schools where Deke Chapters are located;
5)Developing relationships within the Interfraternity world; and
6)Being a strong leader of young men and helping them develop leadership skills themselves.


Specific Responsibilities:
1Initiate, develop and maintain cooperative relationships with key constituents such as the DKE Club of New York, the Rampant Lion Foundation, DKE alumni associations, DKE individual alumni, DKE undergraduate members, college/university officials, members of the Greek community, and external product and service representatives
2Manage the Headquarters Staff including hiring, training, supervising, evaluating, terminating, and leading and motivating the staff in developing and delivering programs and services to meet the needs of Delta Kappa Epsilon.
3Develop office structure, staffing needs, job descriptions
4Communicate regularly with the Board of Directors
5Develop and implement programs to execute the DKE Strategic Plan
6Manage the administrative functions of the Headquarters office
7Withe the Board of Directors, develop, implement, and monitor the annual operating budget
8Constantly look for and institute cost cutting and streamlining measures for operational and financial efficiency
9Ensure completion of filing of all tax returns and other required state, provincial, and federal documents
10Attends the biennial Convention, Board meetings including conference calls, and other DKE and inter-fraternal meetings or events
11Represents DKE to external entities, including the media, for public relations and government relations purposes and serves as one of the organization's representatives to other fraternal organizations and university administrations
12Solicit volunteers regarding assisting with Fraternity needs; motivate and organize those volunteers
13Develop a complete understanding of the risk management issues facing Greek organizations today
14Become familiar with university systems and the trends in higher education, and understand how those trends impact the Fraternity system


Travel and Compensation
1The position will involve frequent travel to Deke Chapters and to alumni association events and functions
2Compensation will be commensurate with experience and skill level
3A benefits package is included


If interested, please submit a resume to stanfordmcmillan@hotmail.com