Description

In support of Dartmouth's Alumni Relations mission, the Associate Director of Alumni Engagement plays a leadership role in managing alumni engagement strategies for 90,000+ alumni around the world. This position supports strategic volunteer partnerships and hands on leadership to alumni organizations (class, clubs, and groups). Works with volunteer leadership boards, volunteer groups, 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.

Description

Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp

Bachelor's degree

Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

* 5+ years of advancement experience in a complex college or university development operation or the equivalent

* Volunteer management experience, ability to lead through change, motivate and inspire volunteers

* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written); demonstrated ability to influence diverse constituencies and lead meetings and trainings

* Demonstrated initiative, creative energy, and ability to manage complex projects, events, and competing priorities

* Analytical and strategic thinking capabilities with strong planning and organizational skills and attention to detail

* Aptness to prioritize a myriad of assignments such that deadlines and outcomes are ultimately met without constant supervision

* 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

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?

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

Hybrid preferred, but remote within a reasonable driving distance from Dartmouth considered based on experience.

Key Accountabilities

Description

Regional Engagement & Strategy

* Participates in developing both long-term and short-term strategies for Dartmouth's regional alumni engagement across domestic and international regions. Addresses complex, multifaceted challenges and opportunities while aligning strategic initiatives and engagement efforts with Dartmouth's institutional goals and objectives, ensuring cross-departmental coordination to achieve maximum impact and success. Identifies and proposes opportunities to expand alumni and volunteer engagement, leveraging data to inform decisions and efficiencies.,

* Performs work with minimal guidance managing special projects as assigned. Collaborates closely with the Alumni Experience and Operations teams to align shared goals and outcomes, through regular communication and joint efforts to deliver programs and strategies.

* Tracks progress and measures the impact of engagement initiatives, driving continuous improvement and accountability.

* Oversees a portfolio of regions and volunteers, providing guidance and support for long-term success.

* Collaborates with volunteers to maintain and enhance Dartmouth's reputation and presence in key markets and creates sustainable volunteer structures in alumni organizations.

*Implements in person and virtual programs (e.g., Dartmouth on Location, expert panels) and networking events.

Percentage Of Time

35%

Description

Volunteer and Stakeholder Management

* Trains, onboards, and manages alumni volunteers.

* Manages a balanced alumni volunteer portfolio of volunteers including clubs, classes, interviewers, and groups.

* Works with high-level alumni volunteer groups, including Alumni Council Committees, DEDs, and volunteer leadership boards (such as CEC and COAEB ).

* Serves as a liaison to campus partners (e.g., Athletics, Student Life, Admissions, Community and Campus Life, Irving, the Hop) for regional and volunteer-related efforts. Develops relationships with alumni leaders and campus partners to improve the understanding of Dartmouth held by alumni.

* Communicates with alumni, volunteers, senior administration, and faculty to execute engagement strategies.

* Oversees final briefing materials, ensuring accuracy, messaging alignment, and timely sign-off for major alumni events and programs.

Percentage Of Time

35%

Description

Strategic Relationship Management

* Coordinates with the broader Advancement team to ensure consistent alumni communications, event and reunion planning, and volunteer engagement.

* Works with colleagues in Advancement and campus partners to develop and execute new engagement opportunities to meet the changing needs and expectations of alumni.

* Considers and recommends approaches to reach out to other audiences within the Dartmouth family to increase engagement. Manages and proposes engagement strategies for targeted alumni segments (e.g., young alumni, international alumni), connecting alumni with off-campus programs and global events and other relevant areas.

* Serves as a leader to execute new initiatives or improve existing ones that offer alumni access to resources at Dartmouth in ways that enrich their intellectual, professional, and personal lives.

* Introduces creative, strategic, and tactical thinking to outreach planning efforts to enhance Dartmouth's reputation and showcase the intellectual strengths of the College and help to advance * Fosters strong relationships with alumni by engaging them in the life of the institution and with one another. Provides updates on the institution's mission and vision through informal networking. Participates in creating a strong and enduring culture of volunteerism at Dartmouth and takes full advantage of Dartmouth's extraordinary community of graduates and all that they have to offer.

Percentage Of Time

30%

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Demonstrates professionalism and collegiality through actions, interactions, and communications with others appropriate to an environment that is welcoming to all.

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Performs other duties as assigned