Description

Provide overall support to the Advancement Events Team, reporting directly to the Associate Director, in the planning and execution of Advancement Events. Responds to specific division objectives by contributing to the strategic and tactical development of events and programs for the institution that connect alumni with each other and the College in support of the priorities of Advancement.

Description

Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp

Bachelors or equivalent combination of education and experience

Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• Bachelor's degree or the equivalent combination of education and experience with two years of relevant experience in event management.
• Demonstrated excellent attention to detail.
• Demonstrated successful work experience in a large and complex environment where collaboration with multiple stakeholders and flexibility are essential.
• Demonstrated creative planning, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated knowledge of logistical event management.
• Demonstrated ability to use data for reporting, event planning and execution.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and customer service ethic.
• Strong technology skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and Zoom as well as relational databases.
• Ability to prioritize and manage details on multiple events concurrently and in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to be perceptive and responsive to direction set forth from Advancement leadership.

Available nights and weekends for event oversight.

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

• Experience in non-profit fundraising and volunteer management, preferably in higher education.

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 of 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

Key Accountabilities

Description

Supports and assists the Advancement Events team in the planning and execution of the full portfolio of Advancement Events. Support includes preparation of event collateral, name badges, guest lists, briefing and flashcard information. Learns and utilizes event related software and systems. Provides support in planning and executing virtual events, including setup and management of Zoom meetings and webinars. Coordinates event arrangements with various College offices and/or local vendors. Ensures all necessary event materials are prepared, packed, or shipped for on and off campus events. Coordinates with team members, campus partners and external vendors as needed to maintain an up-to-date, fully stocked inventory of all event-related materials, ensuring each item is available and in proper working condition. Supports and arranges team meetings and agendas. Attends events, as needed, providing on-site support required to ensure smooth execution of events.

Percentage Of Time

45

Description

Assists Assistant Director with implementing and supporting programs designed specifically to engage alumni/ae, with special focus on Reunions and Home Coming. In collaboration with other Alumni Relations staff, provides administrative support to events that accomplish specific AR objectives while maintaining high levels of attention to detail, accuracy, sensitivity and a continuous focus on the purpose of those activities. Independently manages multiple assigned activities.

Percentage Of Time

30

Description

Extracts data from the Advance database and generates reports. Provides support to class and/or volunteers; responds to requests for materials and information. Independently coordinates and completes on-going projects to help ensure data integrity in reports and databases.

Percentage Of Time

15

Description

In collaboration with Department Coordinator, assists in event contract required processes and ensures payment for event-related vendor invoices. Provides support in submission of travel-related reimbursement for event staff.

Percentage Of Time

5

Description

Participates in a series of training sessions to learn and then support the Advancement organization's set of Core Values.

Percentage Of Time

5

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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.