Director of Fraternity and Sorority Engagement

Wake Forest University, a private, liberal arts institution in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, invites inquiries, nominations, and applications for the position of director of fraternity and sorority engagement. This is an in-person leadership role.

Founded in 1834, Wake Forest University is a private university in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, enrolling over 8,000 students. WFU is a vibrant community where students pursue learning in one or more of over 50 majors, 60 minors, and additional programs in six colleges and schools.Wake Forest University is a community that seeks the enlightenment and freedom which come through diligent study and learning. Its higher goal, however, is to give life to the University motto “Pro Humanitate,” as members translate a passion for knowledge into compassionate service.

The director of fraternity and sorority engagement (director) provides strategic leadership, vision, and oversight for Wake Forest University’s (WFU) fraternity and sorority community, comprising 30 chapters across four governing councils and engaging approximately 56 percent of the undergraduate student population. Reporting to the executive director of student engagement within the division of campus life, the director advances a values-based fraternity and sorority experience that promotes leadership development, organizational excellence, student wellbeing, belonging, accountability, and community engagement. The director leads a team of three professional staff and serves as a key campus partner in fostering a vibrant, engaged, and inclusive fraternity and sorority community.

Qualifications
The successful candidate will possess a master’s degree in higher education or a related field, along with at least five years of progressively responsible experience in fraternity and sorority life, student engagement, or a related area within student affairs. Demonstrated progressive leadership experience, including the supervision, development, and mentorship of professional staff, is also required.

The ideal candidate will possess exceptional interpersonal and relationship-building skills and a demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with a wide range of constituents in a diverse university environment. Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential, as is the ability to present views in a clear and compelling manner. The successful candidate will also demonstrate excellent organizational and project management skills, with the ability to prioritize competing demands, manage multiple initiatives simultaneously, and bring projects to successful completion.

Additional qualifications include the ability to interpret and apply institutional policies and procedures, strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills, and an understanding of student development and leadership theories that inform effective student engagement practice. The successful candidate will be proficient with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and related technology platforms used to support communication, assessment, presentations, and program administration. Progressive experience within the fraternity and sorority engagement field and national and/or regional leadership within a professional organization are preferred.

Application and Nomination
Wake Forest University has selected Spelman Johnson, a leading executive search firm, to assist with leading this search. Review of applications will begin July 8, 2026, and continue until the position is filled. Submit a resume and cover letter via https://apptrkr.com/7228757

• Contact Heather Larabee at [email protected] for confidential inquiries.

• Applicants needing reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process should contact Spelman Johnson at 413-529-2895 or email [email protected].

Visit the Wake Forest University website at https://www.wfu.edu/

The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all qualified candidates to apply without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, disability, and military or veteran status.