Dartmouth College
Senior Associate Athletics Director for Development
Dartmouth College, Hanover, New Hampshire, us, 03755
Senior Associate Athletics Director for Development
Applications are being collected and reviewed by a search firm. To be fully considered for the position, please submit your materials to Parker Executive Search using the following link:
https://www.parkersearch.com/opportunities/senior-associate-athletics-director-for-development . Dartmouth College has a Tobacco‑Free Policy. Smoking and tobacco‑based products are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles, or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College. For details, see our policy:
https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy . Position Information
Posting date: 07/28/2025 | Open Until Filled: Yes | Position Number: 1128679 Location: Hanover, NH | Remote Work Eligibility: Onsite only FLSA Status: Exempt | Employment Category: Regular Full Time | Scheduled Hours: 40 per week (Mon–Fri 8‑5); may require travel, nights, weekends. Position Purpose
The Senior Associate Athletics Director for Development is charged with strategic oversight of Dartmouth’s growing athletics fundraising and stewardship program. This new role will develop and execute a strategic plan to inspire new levels of engagement, commitment, and philanthropic support from alumni, parents, and friends, including growth in annual unrestricted, capital and endowment gifts to support Athletics priorities. The position is accountable for spearheading initiatives focused on Athletics fundraising and monitoring and reporting on progress toward goals. Critical to success will be working closely with Development fundraisers in Principal Gifts, Leadership Giving, Family Giving, the Dartmouth College Fund and key principals in the athletic department including the Athletics Director, athletics administration, coaches, and volunteers, including members of the Dartmouth Athletics Advisory Board. Responsibilities
Develop and execute a comprehensive strategy for Athletics Fundraising to raise upwards of $9 million annually through the Friends Of programs and $3 million through a personal major gift portfolio; collaborate with the Athletics Director and Vice President for Development on capital project strategy. Lead the athletics fundraising team, overseeing annual fundraising programs, direct mail and email strategies, events, stewardship programs, donor recognition, and thank‑you gifts. Collaborate with Athletics, Advancement Communications, Development, Academic Coordination and Donor Engagement to create marketing and support materials. Develop, track and report on key performance indicators and benchmarks; manage fundraising deadlines and goals. Manage a personal prospect portfolio of approximately 30–50 families; partner with principal gifts, leadership gifts, gift planning, and professional schools for collaboration. Recruit, train, motivate and manage volunteer members of the Dartmouth Athletics Advisory Board and other committees. Provide strategic oversight and reporting to senior leadership on progress toward goals. Perform other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in education/experience. 10+ years of relevant fundraising or development experience in educational fundraising, or equivalent. Demonstrated success in soliciting and closing six‑ and seven‑figure gifts. Strong analytical, strategic thinking and prospect‑centered fundraising abilities. Experience in creating and marketing gift opportunities. Excellent verbal and written communication; adept at presenting complex information. Highly collegial, service‑oriented, engaging personality and sense of humor. Organizational and project‑management skills, strong work ethic, creative energy. Negotiation skills and understanding of strategic planning. Ability to work independently and as part of multiple teams. Strong attention to detail. Ability to travel, work nights, and weekends. Preferred Qualifications
Athletic fundraising experience. Background in athletics and demonstrated commitment to competitive excellence. Experience in a large, complex development operation. Experience raising leadership gift funds for special projects and programs. Experience motivating and inspiring others. Strong executive communication and leadership skills. 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 or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. Documents Needed to Apply
Cover Letter Resume Optional: Additional Document #1 Optional: Additional Document #2 Application Process
Submit a cover letter, resume or curriculum vitae, and references to Parker Executive Search by September 19, 2025. The search firm will review the materials and contact winners until the appointment is made. Contact Information
Mariruth Graham, Associate Athletics Director for People and Culture Phone: 603‑646‑5666 Email: mariruth.p.graham@dartmouth.edu Additional Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). (Full supplemental questions omitted due to length.)
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Applications are being collected and reviewed by a search firm. To be fully considered for the position, please submit your materials to Parker Executive Search using the following link:
https://www.parkersearch.com/opportunities/senior-associate-athletics-director-for-development . Dartmouth College has a Tobacco‑Free Policy. Smoking and tobacco‑based products are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles, or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College. For details, see our policy:
https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy . Position Information
Posting date: 07/28/2025 | Open Until Filled: Yes | Position Number: 1128679 Location: Hanover, NH | Remote Work Eligibility: Onsite only FLSA Status: Exempt | Employment Category: Regular Full Time | Scheduled Hours: 40 per week (Mon–Fri 8‑5); may require travel, nights, weekends. Position Purpose
The Senior Associate Athletics Director for Development is charged with strategic oversight of Dartmouth’s growing athletics fundraising and stewardship program. This new role will develop and execute a strategic plan to inspire new levels of engagement, commitment, and philanthropic support from alumni, parents, and friends, including growth in annual unrestricted, capital and endowment gifts to support Athletics priorities. The position is accountable for spearheading initiatives focused on Athletics fundraising and monitoring and reporting on progress toward goals. Critical to success will be working closely with Development fundraisers in Principal Gifts, Leadership Giving, Family Giving, the Dartmouth College Fund and key principals in the athletic department including the Athletics Director, athletics administration, coaches, and volunteers, including members of the Dartmouth Athletics Advisory Board. Responsibilities
Develop and execute a comprehensive strategy for Athletics Fundraising to raise upwards of $9 million annually through the Friends Of programs and $3 million through a personal major gift portfolio; collaborate with the Athletics Director and Vice President for Development on capital project strategy. Lead the athletics fundraising team, overseeing annual fundraising programs, direct mail and email strategies, events, stewardship programs, donor recognition, and thank‑you gifts. Collaborate with Athletics, Advancement Communications, Development, Academic Coordination and Donor Engagement to create marketing and support materials. Develop, track and report on key performance indicators and benchmarks; manage fundraising deadlines and goals. Manage a personal prospect portfolio of approximately 30–50 families; partner with principal gifts, leadership gifts, gift planning, and professional schools for collaboration. Recruit, train, motivate and manage volunteer members of the Dartmouth Athletics Advisory Board and other committees. Provide strategic oversight and reporting to senior leadership on progress toward goals. Perform other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in education/experience. 10+ years of relevant fundraising or development experience in educational fundraising, or equivalent. Demonstrated success in soliciting and closing six‑ and seven‑figure gifts. Strong analytical, strategic thinking and prospect‑centered fundraising abilities. Experience in creating and marketing gift opportunities. Excellent verbal and written communication; adept at presenting complex information. Highly collegial, service‑oriented, engaging personality and sense of humor. Organizational and project‑management skills, strong work ethic, creative energy. Negotiation skills and understanding of strategic planning. Ability to work independently and as part of multiple teams. Strong attention to detail. Ability to travel, work nights, and weekends. Preferred Qualifications
Athletic fundraising experience. Background in athletics and demonstrated commitment to competitive excellence. Experience in a large, complex development operation. Experience raising leadership gift funds for special projects and programs. Experience motivating and inspiring others. Strong executive communication and leadership skills. 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 or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. Documents Needed to Apply
Cover Letter Resume Optional: Additional Document #1 Optional: Additional Document #2 Application Process
Submit a cover letter, resume or curriculum vitae, and references to Parker Executive Search by September 19, 2025. The search firm will review the materials and contact winners until the appointment is made. Contact Information
Mariruth Graham, Associate Athletics Director for People and Culture Phone: 603‑646‑5666 Email: mariruth.p.graham@dartmouth.edu Additional Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). (Full supplemental questions omitted due to length.)
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