Position Purpose
Provides administrative support to frontline fundraisers on the new alumni team while assisting in the management of class fundraising with an emphasis on the cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of top Dartmouth College Fund prospects to raise the maximum amount of unrestricted, current-use dollars for Dartmouth College. Provides strategic and logistical support for the Senior Class Gift program, with opportunities to gain experience supporting individual class fundraising as capacity and departmental needs allow.
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•
- Three years of experience in a complex college or university development operation; or the equivalent
- Demonstrated analytical and strategic thinking capabilities
- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills, including ability to prioritize and respond appropriately to multiple projects and deadlines
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with ability to work collaboratively and independently in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
- Sound judgment and strong customer service orientation with the ability to interact with a diverse group of people internal and external to Dartmouth College, including volunteers and prospective donors
- Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook; database management software; comfort with learning new software as needed
- Strong skills in project management, presentations, writing, and proofreading
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to respond appropriately to pressures and changes in priorities and schedules
- Integrity with discretion and confidentiality with donor-related matters
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
- Familiarity with computer networks and systems (e.g. Advance)
- Ability to interpret Dartmouth policies and procedures and work in a large institutional setting
Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries
Lesa Knapp
Department Contact Phone Number
603-646-1317
Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title
Lesa Knapp, Assistant Vice President for Advancement Administration
Department Contact's Phone Number
603-646-1317
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
