Position Title: Fraternity Expansion Specialist (2 positions available)
Start Date: Immediately or as late as the Summer of 2025
Location: Carmel, Indiana with remote potential

Position Overview
The Fraternity Expansion Specialist plays a crucial role in the growth and development of our fraternity by helping to establish new chapters at universities and colleges across the country. This position involves strategic planning, recruitment, community engagement, and relationship-building with potential members, school administrators, and campus organizations. The ideal candidate will be passionate about fostering leadership, building communities, and contributing to the overall success of the fraternity.

Key Responsibilities

  • Chapter Expansion Strategy & Planning
    • Collaborate with the Director of Growth to identify potential universities and colleges for new chapters.
    • Assist in researching and analyzing market trends, campus demographics, and fraternity culture to select suitable expansion opportunities.
    • Assist in developing comprehensive expansion plans for each target campus, including timelines, resource requirements, and marketing strategies.
  • Recruitment & Interest Group Development
    • Lead or assist in recruitment efforts on campuses, including organizing information sessions, interest group meetings, and recruitment events.
    • Lead or assist in the identification and recruitment of prospective members, focusing on high-quality candidates who align with the fraternity’s values and mission.
    • Foster relationships with student leaders, faculty, and campus organizations to increase visibility and support for the new chapter.
  • Chapter Establishment & Support
    • Support the formation of new chapters, ensuring that all necessary paperwork, policies, and procedures are followed.
    • Provide ongoing mentorship and resources to newly formed chapters, helping them navigate the first year of operation and build a strong foundation.
    • Monitor and evaluate chapter progress, guiding chapter development, membership growth, and chapter sustainability.
  • Branding & Marketing
    • Develop promotional materials and campaigns to effectively communicate the benefits of joining the fraternity and promote expansion efforts.
    • Represent the fraternity at university fairs, networking events, and other campus functions to attract prospective members.
    • Utilize social media, digital platforms, and other communication tools to create awareness and interest among potential members.
  • Collaboration & Relationship Management
    • Build and maintain strong relationships with university officials, faculty, and Greek life offices to facilitate chapter approval and integration.
    • Work with alumni, active chapter members, and volunteers to ensure continuous support and involvement in expansion efforts.

Key Attributes

  • Passion for Fraternity Life: A deep commitment to fostering brotherhood, leadership, and community through the fraternity experience.
  • Strategic Thinker: Able to see the big picture while managing the details of expansion efforts.
  • Resourceful & Resilient: Ability to overcome challenges and obstacles in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
  • Relationship-Oriented: Skilled at building and maintaining strong connections with students, administrators, and community members.
  • Results-Driven: Focused on achieving expansion goals and ensuring long-term success for new chapters.

Qualifications

  • Education: Bachelor’s degree preferred, or equivalent work experience in a related field.
  • Experience: No direct experience is required but experience in campus involvement, fraternity/sorority life, recruitment, or a related field is preferred. Previous experience in chapter expansion or development is a plus.
  • Skills:
    • Strong leadership and interpersonal communication skills.
    • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
    • Excellent project management and organizational skills.
    • Proficiency in social media, marketing, and digital communication platforms.
    • Ability to adapt to various campus environments and cultures.
  • Travel Requirements: Must be willing and able to travel extensively to support expansion initiatives.
  • Affiliation: Membership in Alpha Kappa Lambda is preferred. Membership in a national fraternal organization is required.

Compensation
This is a full-time salaried position with the organization. The base salary is $50,000 but commensurate with experience. Heath and life insurance benefits are available. A retirement savings plan is available after the first year of employment.

To Apply
Please send your resume, a cover letter detailing your interest in the position, and any relevant supporting documents to info@akl.org. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the positions are filled.

Position Title: Summer Archive Intern
Start Date: June 1 to July 31, 2025
Location: Carmel, Indiana

Position Overview
The Summer Archive Intern will assist with the preservation, cataloging, and digitization of the fraternity’s historical records, documents, and materials. This role offers an excellent opportunity for students interested in history, archival science, or library science to gain hands-on experience. The intern will also have the chance to engage with the rich history of the fraternity, learn about the preservation of historical materials, and contribute to making fraternity history more accessible to members, alumni, and the public.

Key Responsibilities

  • Archival Cataloging and Organization
    • Assist in organizing and cataloging historical documents, photos, publications, and other materials related to the fraternity’s history.
    • Help maintain and update archival inventory, ensuring proper storage, labeling, and classification of items.
    • Work with staff to ensure materials are properly preserved according to archival standards.
  • Digitization Projects
    • Support the digitization of important historical documents, photographs, and multimedia materials.
    • Use digital imaging equipment and software to create high-quality digital copies of archival materials.
    • Assist in uploading digital content to the archive’s online database or digital platforms for public access.
  • Research Support
    • Conduct research to identify and document key historical moments, figures, and events within the fraternity’s history.
    • Assist in the development of informational content or historical summaries related to the fraternity’s legacy.
    • Help respond to inquiries from alumni, members, and researchers seeking historical information.
  • General Administrative Support
    • Provide administrative support to staff as needed, such as data entry, filing, and clerical tasks.
    • Attend team meetings and collaborate with other staff or volunteers working on archival projects

Benefits of the Internship

  • Hands-On Experience: Gain practical experience working with archival materials, research methods, and digital preservation tools.
  • Networking Opportunities: Develop connections within the fraternity.
  • Educational Experience: Learn about the history of the fraternity and the broader field of archival work and historical preservation.
  • Professional Development: Participate in training sessions, and possibly attend archival or professional events related to the position.

Qualifications

  • Education: Currently enrolled in college or recent graduate.
  • Experience: No direct experience is required but experience in campus involvement, fraternity/sorority life, recruitment, or a related field is preferred. Previous experience in chapter expansion or development is a plus.
  • Skills:
    • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
    • Familiarity with archival practices, digitization, and preservation methods is preferred, but not required.
    • Basic knowledge of office software (Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace).
    • Excellent research and writing skills.
  • Personal Attributes:
    • Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
    • A proactive, adaptable attitude, with a willingness to learn.
  • Affiliation: Membership in Alpha Kappa Lambda is preferred.

Compensation
15 to 25 hours a week paid hourly.

To Apply
Please send your resume, a cover letter detailing your interest in the position, and any relevant supporting documents to info@akl.org. Applications are due by March 31, 2025 however hiring will be a rolling process upon receipt of applications.

The Fraternity of Alpha Kappa Lambda provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Alpha Kappa Lambda complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.