Program Manager

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Posting date 11/20/2025

Open Until Filled Yes

Position Number 1129483

Position Title Program Manager

Hiring Range Minimum $59,300

Hiring Range Maximum $69,000

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 This position is generally Monday thru Friday from 8 am to 5 pm. There is occasional work nights and weekends to execute events.

Location of Position Hanover, NH

Remote Work Eligibility? Hybrid

Is this a term position? No

Is this a grant funded position? No

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. This position plays a crucial role in the planning and execution of engagement efforts for regional, interest, and class-based alumni groups, including the planning and execution of the reunions as part of a designated portfolio.

This role involves direct interaction with alumni volunteers, internal stakeholders, campus partners, and Advancement colleagues on alumni engagement efforts.

• Bachelors or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Minimum two years of advancement experience in a complex college or university development operation or the equivalent
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills including leading meetings and trainings
• Demonstrated initiative, and ability to manage multiple priorities and work collaboratively
• Ability to prioritize a myriad of assignments such that deadlines and outcomes are ultimately met without constant supervision
• Personable, service-driven guest service skills: demonstrating polite, friendly, professional, and helpful telephone and Zoom etiquette; energetically engaging constituents at events
• Strong planning and organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to articulate the purposes and programs of Dartmouth 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

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.

• Alumni relations and volunteer management experience

Cindy Hodgdon Welch

Department Contact Phone Number

Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title Cindy Hodgdon Welch, Associate Director, Advancement Business Operations

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.

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.

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