Assistant Director of Alumni Engagement

Posting date : 09 / 25 / 2025

Open Until Filled : Yes

Position Number : 1125516

Position Title :

Assistant Director of Alumni Engagement

Hiring Range Minimum :

$59,300

Hiring Range Maximum :

$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 thru Friday 8 : 00 – 5 : 00 p.m.

Possible work nights and weekends to support alumni engagement activities during busy cycles.

Location of Position :

Hanover, NH

Blunt Alumni Center

Remote Work Eligibility? :

Hybrid

Is this a term position? :

No

If yes, length of term in months. :

NA

Is this a grant funded position? :

No

Position Purpose :

In support of Dartmouth’s Alumni Relations mission, the Assistant Director of Alumni Engagement plays an integral role in implementing alumni engagement strategies for 90,000+ alumni around the world. This position supports volunteer partnerships and leadership to alumni organizations (class, clubs, and groups). Works with volunteer leadership boards, internal campus partners, ad hoc committees, and task forces and builds connections between alumni and Dartmouth. Works with internal stakeholders, operations and engagement strategy teams, campus partners, and Advancement colleagues to ensure alignment of alumni engagement efforts with broader institutional goals and to support the multifaceted goals of alumni engagement.

Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp :

Bachelors or equivalent combination of education and experience

Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities :

• Three years of advancement experience in a complex college or university development operation or the equivalent
• Volunteer and project management experience
• Robust interpersonal and communication skill set (written and verbal) to be leveraged for internal stakeholders and engaging diverse constituents, virtually, locally, and regionally
• Strong attention to detail
• Demonstrated initiative and ability to manage complex projects or events
• Analytical and strategic thinking capabilities with strong planning and organizational skills.
• Ability to articulate the purposes and programs of Dartmouth to individuals and groups
• Maturity, intelligence, and professionalism that earn the respect of colleagues
• Collaborator who works well as part of multiple teams
• Experience employing technology and data analytics to optimize volunteer engagement
• Flexible, adaptable, and comfortable working in an ever-changing, fast-paced environment
• Willingness to travel, work nights and weekends

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.

Preferred Qualifications :

Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries :

Cindy Hodgdon Welch

Department Contact Phone Number :

603-646-3925

Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title :

Cindy Hodgdon Welch, Associate Director, Advancement Business Operations

Department Contact's Phone Number :

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, 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? :

Yes

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.

Quick Link :

https : / / searchjobs.dartmouth.edu / postings / 83103

Description :

Regional Engagement & Strategy

Percentage Of Time : 35%

Description :

Volunteer and Stakeholder Management

Percentage Of Time : 35%

Description :

Strategic Relationship Management

Percentage Of Time : 35%

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

Performs other duties as assigned.