Director of Athletics Communications Strategy

Posting date : 10 / 27 / 2025

Open Until Filled : Yes

Position Number : 1129469

Position Title :

Director of Athletics Communications Strategy

Hiring Range Minimum :

Please Inquire

Hiring Range Maximum :

Please Inquire

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

Location of Position :

Hanover, NH

Remote Work Eligibility? :

Onsite only

Is this a term position? :

No

If yes, length of term in months. :

N / A

Is this a grant funded position? :

No

Position Purpose :

To develop and execute the strategic communications goals of Dartmouth’s Department of Athletics and Recreation (DCARD) to promote the Department’s ongoing strategic initiatives and priorities to internal and external constituents. Serve as the chief storyteller for the Director of Athletics and Recreation, managing and responding to all inbound communication the office receives.

Description :

The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker, composed in high pressure situations, excellent written and verbal communicator, and able to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously.

Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp :

Bachelors or equivalent combination of education and experience

Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities :

• At least seven years of experience in a communications or public relations department, preferably in a college / university environment, or the equivalent.
• Bachelor’s degree in English, journalism, communications, or a related area.
• Ability to identify business and strategy goals and execute high-quality projects on time.
• Excellent writing and editing skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and with initiative, creativity, and sound judgment.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.

Preferred Qualifications :

Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries :

Claire VeNard

Department Contact Phone Number :

claire.g.venard@dartmouth.edu

Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title :

Mike Harrity, Haldeman Family Director of Athletics and Recreation

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.

Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Dartmouth vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job? :

Not an essential function

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 upload a list of references under Additional Documents.

Quick Link :

https : / / searchjobs.dartmouth.edu / postings / 83684

Description :

Communications Strategy

Percentage Of Time : 60%

Description :

Issues Management

Percentage Of Time : 60%

Description :

Administration

Percentage Of Time : 60%

Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.

Performs other duties as assigned.