Assistant Director of Alumni Engagement
Inside Higher Ed, Hanover, NH, United States
Posting Information
Posting Date:
12/19/2025
Open Until Filled:
Yes
Position Number:
1010025
Position Title:
Assistant Director of Alumni Engagement
Pay:
$59,300 – $74,200
Union Type:
Not a Union Position
SEIU Level:
Not an SEIU Position
FLSA Status:
Exempt
Employment Category:
Regular Full Time
Scheduled Months per Year:
12
Scheduled Hours per Week:
40
Schedule:
Monday – Friday 8:00 – 5:00 p.m. (possible nights & weekends)
Location:
Hanover, NH 03755
Remote Work Eligibility:
Hybrid
Term Position:
No
Grant Funded:
No
Position Purpose In support of Dartmouth’s Alumni Relations mission, the Assistant Director of Alumni Engagement implements alumni engagement strategies for 90,000+ alumni worldwide, supports volunteer partnerships and leadership to alumni organizations, works with volunteer leadership boards, internal campus partners, ad hoc committees, and task forces, and builds connections between alumni and Dartmouth. The role ensures alignment of alumni engagement efforts with broader institutional goals.
Required Qualifications – Minimum Education:
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience:
Three years of advancement experience in a complex college or university development operation or the equivalent; volunteer and project management experience.
Skills, Knowledge & Abilities:
Robust interpersonal and communication skill set (written and verbal) for internal stakeholders and engaging diverse constituents (virtual, local, regional).
Strong attention to detail.
Demonstrated initiative and ability to manage complex projects or events.
Analytical and strategic thinking with strong planning and organizational skills.
Ability to articulate Dartmouth’s purposes and programs.
Maturity, intelligence, and professionalism.
Collaborates well in multiple teams.
Experience employing technology and data analytics to optimize volunteer engagement.
Flexible, adaptable, comfortable in fast‑paced environment.
Willingness to travel; work nights and weekends.
Driver’s license required; must remain an Approved Driver under Dartmouth College Driver Safety and Motor Vehicle Policy.
Contact Information Recruitment Inquiry:
Cindy Hodgdon Welch
Phone:
603‑646‑3925
Cover Letter Contact:
Cindy Hodgdon Welch, Associate Director of Advancement Business Operations
Equal Opportunity Employer Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity employer under federal law. 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 are welcome from all.
Background Check Employment 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. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment.
Driving Driving a vehicle (e.g., Dartmouth vehicle, rental, or personal car) is an essential function of this job.
Special Instructions Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles, or other areas owned, operated, or occupied by Dartmouth College. https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy
Note: This position is not visa sponsorship eligible.
Responsibilities Regional Engagement & Strategy (35%)
Implements long‑term and short‑term strategies for regional alumni engagement.
Identifies opportunities to expand alumni and volunteer engagement, leveraging data and best practices.
Performs work with minimal guidance, exercising discretion and providing insights.
Collaborates with Alumni Experiences and Operations teams.
Tracks progress and measures impact of engagement initiatives.
Oversees portfolio of regions and volunteers.
Builds sustainable volunteer structures in alumni organizations.
Implements in‑person and virtual programs and networking events.
Volunteer and Stakeholder Management (35%)
Recruits, trains, onboards, and manages alumni volunteers.
Manages balanced class portfolio; oversees at least one Reunion class per year.
Works with alumni volunteer groups, committees, and boards.
Serves as liaison to campus partners for regional and volunteer efforts.
Develops relationships to improve alumni understanding of Dartmouth.
Communicates with alumni, volunteers, and faculty to execute strategies.
Oversees final briefings, ensuring accuracy and timing.
Strategic Relationship Management (30%)
Coordinates with Advancement team to ensure consistent alumni communications, events, and reunion planning.
Works with colleagues and campus partners to develop new engagement opportunities.
Considers and recommends approaches to reach other audiences within Dartmouth family.
Manages strategies for priority alumni segments.
Assists with implementation or improvement of initiatives that offer alumni access to Dartmouth resources.
Introduces creative thinking to outreach planning, showcasing Dartmouth’s strengths.
Fosters relationships, engages alumni, sustains culture of volunteerism.
Additional Duties
Demonstrates commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness.
Performs other duties as assigned.
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12/19/2025
Open Until Filled:
Yes
Position Number:
1010025
Position Title:
Assistant Director of Alumni Engagement
Pay:
$59,300 – $74,200
Union Type:
Not a Union Position
SEIU Level:
Not an SEIU Position
FLSA Status:
Exempt
Employment Category:
Regular Full Time
Scheduled Months per Year:
12
Scheduled Hours per Week:
40
Schedule:
Monday – Friday 8:00 – 5:00 p.m. (possible nights & weekends)
Location:
Hanover, NH 03755
Remote Work Eligibility:
Hybrid
Term Position:
No
Grant Funded:
No
Position Purpose In support of Dartmouth’s Alumni Relations mission, the Assistant Director of Alumni Engagement implements alumni engagement strategies for 90,000+ alumni worldwide, supports volunteer partnerships and leadership to alumni organizations, works with volunteer leadership boards, internal campus partners, ad hoc committees, and task forces, and builds connections between alumni and Dartmouth. The role ensures alignment of alumni engagement efforts with broader institutional goals.
Required Qualifications – Minimum Education:
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience:
Three years of advancement experience in a complex college or university development operation or the equivalent; volunteer and project management experience.
Skills, Knowledge & Abilities:
Robust interpersonal and communication skill set (written and verbal) for internal stakeholders and engaging diverse constituents (virtual, local, regional).
Strong attention to detail.
Demonstrated initiative and ability to manage complex projects or events.
Analytical and strategic thinking with strong planning and organizational skills.
Ability to articulate Dartmouth’s purposes and programs.
Maturity, intelligence, and professionalism.
Collaborates well in multiple teams.
Experience employing technology and data analytics to optimize volunteer engagement.
Flexible, adaptable, comfortable in fast‑paced environment.
Willingness to travel; work nights and weekends.
Driver’s license required; must remain an Approved Driver under Dartmouth College Driver Safety and Motor Vehicle Policy.
Contact Information Recruitment Inquiry:
Cindy Hodgdon Welch
Phone:
603‑646‑3925
Cover Letter Contact:
Cindy Hodgdon Welch, Associate Director of Advancement Business Operations
Equal Opportunity Employer Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity employer under federal law. 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 are welcome from all.
Background Check Employment 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. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment.
Driving Driving a vehicle (e.g., Dartmouth vehicle, rental, or personal car) is an essential function of this job.
Special Instructions Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles, or other areas owned, operated, or occupied by Dartmouth College. https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy
Note: This position is not visa sponsorship eligible.
Responsibilities Regional Engagement & Strategy (35%)
Implements long‑term and short‑term strategies for regional alumni engagement.
Identifies opportunities to expand alumni and volunteer engagement, leveraging data and best practices.
Performs work with minimal guidance, exercising discretion and providing insights.
Collaborates with Alumni Experiences and Operations teams.
Tracks progress and measures impact of engagement initiatives.
Oversees portfolio of regions and volunteers.
Builds sustainable volunteer structures in alumni organizations.
Implements in‑person and virtual programs and networking events.
Volunteer and Stakeholder Management (35%)
Recruits, trains, onboards, and manages alumni volunteers.
Manages balanced class portfolio; oversees at least one Reunion class per year.
Works with alumni volunteer groups, committees, and boards.
Serves as liaison to campus partners for regional and volunteer efforts.
Develops relationships to improve alumni understanding of Dartmouth.
Communicates with alumni, volunteers, and faculty to execute strategies.
Oversees final briefings, ensuring accuracy and timing.
Strategic Relationship Management (30%)
Coordinates with Advancement team to ensure consistent alumni communications, events, and reunion planning.
Works with colleagues and campus partners to develop new engagement opportunities.
Considers and recommends approaches to reach other audiences within Dartmouth family.
Manages strategies for priority alumni segments.
Assists with implementation or improvement of initiatives that offer alumni access to Dartmouth resources.
Introduces creative thinking to outreach planning, showcasing Dartmouth’s strengths.
Fosters relationships, engages alumni, sustains culture of volunteerism.
Additional Duties
Demonstrates commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness.
Performs other duties as assigned.
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