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Program Manager
Location: Hanover, NH
Salary: $59,300 - $69,000
Employment type: Regular Full Time
Schedule: Monday thru Friday 8am-5pm. Occasional evenings/weekends for events.
Position Purpose In support of Dartmouth’s Alumni Relations mission, the Program Manager supports Dartmouth’s efforts to build and sustain meaningful connections between the College and its alumni around the world. The role plans and executes engagement for regional, interest, and classbased alumni groups, including reunions as part of a designated portfolio.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Minimum two years of advancement experience in a complex college or university development operation.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills including leading meetings and trainings.
Demonstrated initiative, ability to manage multiple priorities and work collaboratively.
Personable, service‑driven guest service skills.
Strong planning and organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to articulate Dartmouth’s programs to individuals and groups.
Collaborator who works well as part of multiple teams.
Experience with Microsoft Suite products and CRM tools preferred.
Flexible, adaptable, and comfortable working in an ever‑changing, fast‑paced environment.
Willingness to occasionally work evenings, weekends and travel as needed.
Preferred Qualifications
Alumni relations and volunteer management experience.
Department Contact Cindy Hodgdon Welch, Associate Director, Advancement Business Operations
Phone: 603-646-3925
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. The background check 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 Requirement Is driving a vehicle (e.g., Dartmouth Vehicle, Off‑Road Vehicle, Rental Car, Personal Car) an essential function of this job: Yes.
Special Instructions 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
Quick Link https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/83921
Description of Role
Manages a small, defined portfolio of alumni classes, including planning and delivering class reunions. Serves as the primary liaison between reunion class volunteers and Alumni Relations.
Participates in execution of regional engagement strategies across domestic and international regions, ensuring cross‑departmental coordination to achieve maximum impact and success.
Identifies opportunities to expand alumni and volunteer engagement, leveraging data to inform decisions and efficiencies.
Tracks progress and measures the impact of engagement initiatives, driving continuous improvement and accountability.
Collaborates with volunteers to maintain and enhance Dartmouth’s reputation and presence in key markets, support and yield strong applicants, and supports the creation of sustainable volunteer structures in alumni organizations.
Implements in‑person and virtual programs (e.g., Dartmouth on Location, expert panels) and networking events.
Under general guidance and supervision, helps recruit, on‑board, and train alumni volunteers; works with campus partners for regional and volunteer‑related efforts.
Works with colleagues in Advancement and campus partners to implement engagement opportunities to meet changing needs and expectations of alumni.
Collaborates with colleagues to develop recommendations to increase alumni engagement.
Assists with implementation of new initiatives or improves existing ones that offer alumni access to resources at Dartmouth in ways that enrich their intellectual, professional, and personal lives.
Percentage of Time 40% for core responsibilities; 20% for relationship management; 20% for volunteer and stakeholder engagement; 20% for other duties.
Note: Employment will be contingent upon possession of a valid U.S. or Canadian driver’s license and continued qualification as an Approved Driver under the Dartmouth College Driver Safety and Motor Vehicle Policy.
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Salary: $59,300 - $69,000
Employment type: Regular Full Time
Schedule: Monday thru Friday 8am-5pm. Occasional evenings/weekends for events.
Position Purpose In support of Dartmouth’s Alumni Relations mission, the Program Manager supports Dartmouth’s efforts to build and sustain meaningful connections between the College and its alumni around the world. The role plans and executes engagement for regional, interest, and classbased alumni groups, including reunions as part of a designated portfolio.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Minimum two years of advancement experience in a complex college or university development operation.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills including leading meetings and trainings.
Demonstrated initiative, ability to manage multiple priorities and work collaboratively.
Personable, service‑driven guest service skills.
Strong planning and organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to articulate Dartmouth’s programs to individuals and groups.
Collaborator who works well as part of multiple teams.
Experience with Microsoft Suite products and CRM tools preferred.
Flexible, adaptable, and comfortable working in an ever‑changing, fast‑paced environment.
Willingness to occasionally work evenings, weekends and travel as needed.
Preferred Qualifications
Alumni relations and volunteer management experience.
Department Contact Cindy Hodgdon Welch, Associate Director, Advancement Business Operations
Phone: 603-646-3925
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. The background check 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 Requirement Is driving a vehicle (e.g., Dartmouth Vehicle, Off‑Road Vehicle, Rental Car, Personal Car) an essential function of this job: Yes.
Special Instructions 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
Quick Link https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/83921
Description of Role
Manages a small, defined portfolio of alumni classes, including planning and delivering class reunions. Serves as the primary liaison between reunion class volunteers and Alumni Relations.
Participates in execution of regional engagement strategies across domestic and international regions, ensuring cross‑departmental coordination to achieve maximum impact and success.
Identifies opportunities to expand alumni and volunteer engagement, leveraging data to inform decisions and efficiencies.
Tracks progress and measures the impact of engagement initiatives, driving continuous improvement and accountability.
Collaborates with volunteers to maintain and enhance Dartmouth’s reputation and presence in key markets, support and yield strong applicants, and supports the creation of sustainable volunteer structures in alumni organizations.
Implements in‑person and virtual programs (e.g., Dartmouth on Location, expert panels) and networking events.
Under general guidance and supervision, helps recruit, on‑board, and train alumni volunteers; works with campus partners for regional and volunteer‑related efforts.
Works with colleagues in Advancement and campus partners to implement engagement opportunities to meet changing needs and expectations of alumni.
Collaborates with colleagues to develop recommendations to increase alumni engagement.
Assists with implementation of new initiatives or improves existing ones that offer alumni access to resources at Dartmouth in ways that enrich their intellectual, professional, and personal lives.
Percentage of Time 40% for core responsibilities; 20% for relationship management; 20% for volunteer and stakeholder engagement; 20% for other duties.
Note: Employment will be contingent upon possession of a valid U.S. or Canadian driver’s license and continued qualification as an Approved Driver under the Dartmouth College Driver Safety and Motor Vehicle Policy.
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