Associate Director Of Alumni Engagement

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Position Information

Posting date 02/14/2025 Closing date Open Until Filled Yes Position Number 1127282 Position Title Associate Director of Alumni Engagement Department this Position Reports to Medical and Healthcare Advancement Hiring Range Minimum $75,300 Hiring Range Maximum $94,100 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

Hybrid schedule as approximately three to five days on-site a month to meet the needs of clinical departments and other institutional stakeholders, as well as Alumni engagement team members. Flexibility required during busy event periods. Adjustments to the number of in-office days can be made based on project demands, team consensus, or otherwise agreed upon with supervisor. Office Hours are M-F 8:00AM-5:00PM with some occasional nights and weekend days required.

Location of Position

Lebanon, NH

35 Centerra Parkway

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

The Associate Director of Alumni Engagement leads strategic initiatives to enhance alumni involvement with the Geisel School of Medicine and Dartmouth Health. This role reports to the Director of Alumni Engagement and includes program development, execution, and volunteer management, ensuring effective engagement, communication, and relationship-building to build support for the Geisel School of Medicine and Dartmouth Health. The Associate Director will oversee a variety of engagement programs and serve as a key liaison with clinical departments and other institutional stakeholders through communications, volunteer opportunities and experiential programs.

The Associate Director plays a crucial role in the alumni team, demonstrating a high level of professionalism during presentations and meetings with volunteers, alumni, residents and retired clinicians. and is responsible for the implementation and execution of alumni programs, planning, and implementation for a wide range of projects, data management, and ensure smooth operation in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Description Required Qualifications- Education and Yrs Exp Bachelors or equivalent combination of education and experience Required Qualifications- Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

Skills & Knowledge

• Excellent project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strategic thinking capabilities with strong planning and organizational skills
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and leadership abilities.
• Ability to lead and inspire teams, volunteers, and stakeholders; excellent teamwork skills to leverage activities, initiatives, and programs
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Act with tact and discretion while handling confidential or sensitive information.
• Commitment to learning and professional development.
• Willingness to travel, and work occasional nights and weekends.
• Bring a sense of humor and joy to the workplace.

Experience

• Eight years of experience in alumni engagement or institutional advancement, including program development and volunteer management.
• Demonstrated experience and success in strategy development, project coordination, and event planning
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with social media and communication tools.
• Ability to manage professional presentations, represent the institutions to groups of varying size, and stand in for members of engagement leadership when necessary.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior work experience in a medical and/or higher education setting, especially in GME.
• Experience leveraging information systems and business practices to enhance alumni experiences preferred.

Education

• Master's degree preferred.

Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries Mae Leonard Department Contact Phone Number 603-322-3268 Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title Mae Leonard, Director of Alumni Engagement Department Contact's Phone Number Equal Opportunity Employer

Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. 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 by members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged.

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

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Key Accountabilities

Description

Leadership & Strategy

• Design and implement engagement strategies for alumni, residents, fellows, and retired clinicians, aligning with Dartmouth Health and Geisel School priorities.
• Cultivate relationships with key stakeholders, including Clinical Department Chairs, and collaborate with faculty, staff, and leadership on program and event development.
• Analyze alumni feedback to refine engagement programs and increase participation.

Percentage Of Time 40 Description

Program & Alumni Engagement Management

• Oversee alumni and retired physician engagement programs, both on-campus and virtually, ensuring high-quality events and programming, and seamless execution (e.g., such as trainee, masters, MD, PhD engagement, reunion, online communities, career advising).
• Designs, implements, and manages strategies to engage resident and fellow alumni, retired clinicians, and current residents, fellows, interns and physician constituents. Additionally, develops opportunities to engage current residents with current medical students.
• Partner with departments across Dartmouth to create and manage engagement opportunities for residents and alumni, including reunions and regional gatherings.
• Lead the development of a volunteer program, including recruitment and leadership cultivation.

Percentage Of Time 30 Description

Engagement & Outreach

• Drive alumni outreach efforts, working closely with fundraising teams to enhance alumni support and involvement.
• Build strong, ongoing relationships with diverse alumni constituencies through targeted communication strategies.

Percentage Of Time 20 Description

Communications

• Partners with fundraisers and others to craft and deliver content that resonates with alumni, keeping them informed of priorities, engaged, and connected to the institution.
• Maintain consistent, professional communication with alumni and volunteers, ensuring engagement and support.

Percentage Of Time 10

• -- Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others. -- Performs other duties as assigned.

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Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
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