Associate Director
Dartmouth College, Hanover, NH, United States
Position Information
Posting date: 03/02/2026
Closing date: (open until filled)
Position Number: 1129537
Position Title: Associate Director
Hiring Range: $75,700 - $92,000
Union Position: 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: (not specified)
Location: Hanover, NH – Blunt Alumni Center
Remote Work Eligibility: Hybrid
Term Position: No
Grant Funded: No
Position Purpose The Associate Director provides strategic and operational support for campaign and Presidential Initiatives activities within University Advancement. The role manages critical office functions; prepares for high-level internal and external meetings; oversees the development of fundraising materials and special projects; and supports the Senior Associate Director (SAD) and Senior Vice President (SVP).
This position requires sound judgment, discretion, and the ability to manage complex communications on behalf of senior leadership. Success depends on working effectively in high-pressure environments, managing multiple priorities, and executing donor and volunteer engagement strategies within tight timeframes.
Key Accountabilities Strategic Presidential Priority Development and Discovery
Serves as a trusted partner to the SAD and SVP, exercising independent judgment in managing communications, responding to inquiries, and escalating issues as appropriate.
Anticipates leadership needs and provides timely recommendations and solutions.
Manages complex scheduling and concierge-style support for senior leadership and in-demand campus partners.
Prepares high-quality pitch materials designed in collaboration with partners across Dartmouth, for new and emerging Presidential priorities.
Collaborates and cooperates with all members of the team to propel work efforts.
Works on special projects related to the campaign to advance Presidential Initiatives and the Campaign.
Develops and maintains statements of work, project plans, timelines, and deliverables for campaign priorities.
Coordinates cross-departmental initiatives and serves as a point of contact for senior staff officers engaged in campaign-related efforts.
Supports special projects advancing Presidential Initiatives and campaign goals, including creation of presentations, memos, and briefing materials.
Serves as contact for senior staff officers for focused campaign efforts and challenges.
Campaign Volunteer & Committee Management
In partnership with the SAD, manages critical volunteer engagement, including high-net-worth advisors and senior University leadership.
Administers "Fit for Purpose" committees aligned with the President's six key priorities.
In partnership with the SAD, SVP, and Senior Leadership, prepares for internal and external strategic meetings, including Campaign Executive Committee, unaffiliated philanthropy, and international volunteer boards; provides on-site logistical support as needed. Supports preparations for meetings of the Committees. Requires frequent direct contact with Fit for Purpose committee members and their support teams. Responds to queries from committee members and other high-level volunteers.
Serves as an agenda officer for a number of staff and volunteer campaign committees and establishes and manages protocols and processes for campaign projects. This includes serving as agenda officer for campaign counsel activities and campus visits.
Prepares presentations and other materials (digital and paper) and tracks invitation responses, accommodation needs, and other details.
Recruits volunteers, plans and facilitates meetings (in-person and virtual), and serves as a liaison between volunteers and University partners. Drives a variety of volunteer activities and functions, including facilitating communications between volunteers and principal investigators at Dartmouth.
Respond to inquiries from committee members and other senior volunteers with professionalism and discretion.
Operationalize plans for Campaign Briefings events and related events, including retreats, luncheons, and site visits.
Coordinates logistics such as venue selection, accommodations, recruiting hosts, materials development, and participation of senior leadership and key volunteers.
Prepare agendas, manages meeting flow, captures key decisions, and ensures follow-up on action items.
Utilizes Advance and Data Warehouse to record activity, gather data, respond to alumni inquiries, and produce reports supporting campaign and volunteer efforts.
Additional Accountabilities
Demonstrates professionalism and collegiality through actions, interactions, and communications with others appropriate to an environment that is welcoming to all.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications - Education and Experience Bachelors plus 6 or more years' experience or combination of education and experience
Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
Bachelor's degree
Six to eight years of progressively responsible experience in a complex organization
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with senior leadership, Trustees, donors, and volunteers, and others
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to work across the organization and interact/influence/negotiate effectively
Strong analytical, organizational, and project management skills
Exceptional interpersonal skills and professional judgment
High level of proficiency in creating polished deliverables and presentations. Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
Experience with building program budgets, slide decks, and white papers.
Strong attention to detail and able to function independently with minimal oversight
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities
Ability to anticipate and take initiative while simultaneously knowing when to seek counsel.
Team player, resourceful problem solver, and reliable and flexible colleague
Highly level of proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
Preferred Qualifications
Exceptional organizational capabilities and demonstrated ability to meet competing deadlines
Demonstrated success working in a large, complex environment where collaboration with multiple stakeholders is essential
Highly discreet with demonstrated good judgement
Strategic, proactive thinker with strong initiative
Strong work ethic, creativity, and collaborative approach
An understanding of higher education, fundraising, and philanthropy
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 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. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
Special Instructions to Applicants Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy. https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy
Additional Instructions Please note this position is not visa sponsorship eligible. This position is located in Hanover, NH and eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. Some on-site campus presence is expected. with some flexibility to work remotely 1-2 days per week.
Contact Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries: Cindy Hodgdon Welch Phone: 603-646-3925
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Position Purpose The Associate Director provides strategic and operational support for campaign and Presidential Initiatives activities within University Advancement. The role manages critical office functions; prepares for high-level internal and external meetings; oversees the development of fundraising materials and special projects; and supports the Senior Associate Director (SAD) and Senior Vice President (SVP).
This position requires sound judgment, discretion, and the ability to manage complex communications on behalf of senior leadership. Success depends on working effectively in high-pressure environments, managing multiple priorities, and executing donor and volunteer engagement strategies within tight timeframes.
Key Accountabilities Strategic Presidential Priority Development and Discovery
Serves as a trusted partner to the SAD and SVP, exercising independent judgment in managing communications, responding to inquiries, and escalating issues as appropriate.
Anticipates leadership needs and provides timely recommendations and solutions.
Manages complex scheduling and concierge-style support for senior leadership and in-demand campus partners.
Prepares high-quality pitch materials designed in collaboration with partners across Dartmouth, for new and emerging Presidential priorities.
Collaborates and cooperates with all members of the team to propel work efforts.
Works on special projects related to the campaign to advance Presidential Initiatives and the Campaign.
Develops and maintains statements of work, project plans, timelines, and deliverables for campaign priorities.
Coordinates cross-departmental initiatives and serves as a point of contact for senior staff officers engaged in campaign-related efforts.
Supports special projects advancing Presidential Initiatives and campaign goals, including creation of presentations, memos, and briefing materials.
Serves as contact for senior staff officers for focused campaign efforts and challenges.
Campaign Volunteer & Committee Management
In partnership with the SAD, manages critical volunteer engagement, including high-net-worth advisors and senior University leadership.
Administers "Fit for Purpose" committees aligned with the President's six key priorities.
In partnership with the SAD, SVP, and Senior Leadership, prepares for internal and external strategic meetings, including Campaign Executive Committee, unaffiliated philanthropy, and international volunteer boards; provides on-site logistical support as needed. Supports preparations for meetings of the Committees. Requires frequent direct contact with Fit for Purpose committee members and their support teams. Responds to queries from committee members and other high-level volunteers.
Serves as an agenda officer for a number of staff and volunteer campaign committees and establishes and manages protocols and processes for campaign projects. This includes serving as agenda officer for campaign counsel activities and campus visits.
Prepares presentations and other materials (digital and paper) and tracks invitation responses, accommodation needs, and other details.
Recruits volunteers, plans and facilitates meetings (in-person and virtual), and serves as a liaison between volunteers and University partners. Drives a variety of volunteer activities and functions, including facilitating communications between volunteers and principal investigators at Dartmouth.
Respond to inquiries from committee members and other senior volunteers with professionalism and discretion.
Operationalize plans for Campaign Briefings events and related events, including retreats, luncheons, and site visits.
Coordinates logistics such as venue selection, accommodations, recruiting hosts, materials development, and participation of senior leadership and key volunteers.
Prepare agendas, manages meeting flow, captures key decisions, and ensures follow-up on action items.
Utilizes Advance and Data Warehouse to record activity, gather data, respond to alumni inquiries, and produce reports supporting campaign and volunteer efforts.
Additional Accountabilities
Demonstrates professionalism and collegiality through actions, interactions, and communications with others appropriate to an environment that is welcoming to all.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications - Education and Experience Bachelors plus 6 or more years' experience or combination of education and experience
Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
Bachelor's degree
Six to eight years of progressively responsible experience in a complex organization
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with senior leadership, Trustees, donors, and volunteers, and others
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to work across the organization and interact/influence/negotiate effectively
Strong analytical, organizational, and project management skills
Exceptional interpersonal skills and professional judgment
High level of proficiency in creating polished deliverables and presentations. Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
Experience with building program budgets, slide decks, and white papers.
Strong attention to detail and able to function independently with minimal oversight
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities
Ability to anticipate and take initiative while simultaneously knowing when to seek counsel.
Team player, resourceful problem solver, and reliable and flexible colleague
Highly level of proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
Preferred Qualifications
Exceptional organizational capabilities and demonstrated ability to meet competing deadlines
Demonstrated success working in a large, complex environment where collaboration with multiple stakeholders is essential
Highly discreet with demonstrated good judgement
Strategic, proactive thinker with strong initiative
Strong work ethic, creativity, and collaborative approach
An understanding of higher education, fundraising, and philanthropy
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 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. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
Special Instructions to Applicants Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy. https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy
Additional Instructions Please note this position is not visa sponsorship eligible. This position is located in Hanover, NH and eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. Some on-site campus presence is expected. with some flexibility to work remotely 1-2 days per week.
Contact Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries: Cindy Hodgdon Welch Phone: 603-646-3925
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