Assistant Director for Student Life

Position Details
Position Information Posting date 05/27/2026
Closing date Open Until Filled Yes
Position Number 1129606
Position Title Assistant Director for Student Life
Hiring Range Minimum $62,300
Hiring Range Maximum $77,900
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 follows am inperson schedule with an expectation of 5 days per week onsite in Hanover, NH. Location of Position Hanover, NH Remote Work Eligibility? Onsite only
Is this a term position? No
If yes, length of term in months. NA
Is this a grant funded position? No
Position Purpose To foster student engagement, belonging, and programming development within Geisel's degree programs. To oversee student government elections, oversee national affinity student groups, support student organization development, oversee budgets and documents, and collaborate with faculty, staff, and students to create inclusive, meaningful experiences. To lead strategic initiatives to assess and enhance student programming and communitybuilding efforts. Description Required Qualifications Education and Yrs Exp Bachelors plus 35 years' experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
Required Qualifications Skills, Knowledge and Abilities Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
5 years relevant experience in higher education administration, student life, student programming or event management or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to adapt to changing priorities, handle multiple tasks simultaneously, problem solve, and work effectively in a fastpaced environment.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders, including students, faculty, staff, and external partners.
Strong operational and project management skills.
Flexibility in work hours when needed for successful execution of events or other programming activities. Preferred Qualifications Master's degree.
Understanding of the unique needs and challenges of health professions students in a graduate and medical school setting.
Experience with financial management and budgeting.
Experience in leading the development of policies and procedures.
Experience guiding projects that improve processes and systems. Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries Andrea Wright
Department Contact Phone Number 6034437500
Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title Tara Cunningham, Associate Dean for Student Life
Department Contact's Phone Number 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 preemployment 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, nondiscriminatory 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