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Dartmouth College

Assistant Director

Dartmouth College, Lebanon, New Hampshire, us, 03756


Position Information

Posting date: 09/27/2024Open Until Filled: YesPosition Number: 0184900Position Title: Assistant DirectorDepartment this Position Reports to: Vice President for Development OfficeHiring Range: $60,800 - $76,000Union Type: Not a Union PositionFLSA Status: ExemptEmployment Category: Regular Full TimeScheduled Months per Year: 12Scheduled Hours per Week: 40Schedule: M-F 8-5Location of Position: Lebanon, NHRemote Work Eligibility: HybridIs this a term position? NoIs this a grant funded position? NoPosition Purpose

The assistant director is responsible for advancing Dartmouth’s fundraising efforts by fostering a culture of donor-focused stewardship and engagement activities among various stakeholders. This role will involve collaboration with various departments and stakeholders to coordinate and respond to communications. Additionally, this position will provide administrative support for key stakeholders in the planning and execution of cross-departmental special projects and activities, including travel and calendar management support.Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience4-5 years of project management experience in a complex college, university, or other organizationProject management experience with multiple simultaneous projects of varying complexitySuperior organizational, planning, and project management skillsAble to manage a high-volume workload and competing prioritiesFamiliarity with and comfort learning new software systemsAble to think strategically and operationallyStrong attention to detail and able to function independently with minimal oversightExcellent verbal and written communication skillsCollaborative team player with excellent interpersonal skillsHigh tolerance for ambiguity and changing priorities; flexibleAbility to work with and gain the respect of College officers, Development colleagues, faculty, and high-level prospect donorsCommitment to fostering respectful communication and collaboration within a diverse communityPreferred Qualifications

Not specifiedDepartment Contact for Recruitment Inquiries

Cindy WelchPhone Number: 603-646-3925Equal Opportunity Employer

Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications by members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged.Background Check

Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College.Driving Requirement

Driving a vehicle (e.g., Dartmouth vehicle or off-road vehicle, rental car, personal car) is preferred but not required.Special Instructions to Applicants

Serve as primary point of contact for the Vice President’s office, facilitating relationships with a variety of key stakeholders, including prospects, donors, and institutional partners. Provides comprehensive travel and calendar management support to Vice President and other key staff in daily operations. Manage and track correspondence from alumni, parents, vendors, and campus partners gathering relevant background information as needed. Exercise independent judgment in responding to inquiries, representing the Vice President and others, and collaborating with other Advancement team members when appropriate.Key Responsibilities

Collaborate effectively with leadership across various divisions and key stakeholders within Advancement.Support the planning and execution of donor-focused stewardship and engagement activities.Manage and streamline projects, processes, and initiatives across teams.Assist with the maintenance of technological platforms and annual processes.Develop and design presentations for meetings and events.Manage departmental budgets for multiple teams.Documents Needed to Apply

Required DocumentsResumeCover LetterOptional DocumentsAdditional Document #1

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