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 in-person schedule with an expectation of 5 days per week on-site 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 community-building efforts.

Description Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp Bachelors plus 3-5 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 fast-paced 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 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? Not an essential function 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

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Key Accountabilities

Description

Student Engagement & Belonging

• Develop and disseminate materials and supplies to promote a healthy student community.
• Plan and execute student engagement activities to promote the One Geisel community while also honoring program differences. When appropriate, plan and execute program-specific activities.
• Collaborate with faculty, staff, and students to develop comprehensive student programming strategies that meet evolving needs and interests.
• Facilitate student involvement in extracurricular and co-curricular activities.
• Lead annual student leadership transitions and serve as a clearinghouse for review and approval of student leaders.
• Advise student leaders and oversee leadership programming and training for students in key roles.
• Supervise student-led event logistics, communications, vendor relationships, budgets and timelines effectively.
• Serve as a liaison to student leadership and affinity groups to strengthen communication and advocacy efforts.
• Recruit, train, and support student life ambassadors for continuous quality improvement projects.
• Partner with other Geisel and Dartmouth offices to ensure programming reflects diverse voices and experiences.

Percentage Of Time 70% Description

Communication and Strategic Development

• Assess student engagement and wellbeing outcomes to guide program improvement and strategic planning.
• Collect, analyze, and report data related to student engagement trends, needs, and program outcomes to inform decision-making.
• Identify emerging student needs and develop new initiatives aligned with institutional priorities.
• Support reporting and accreditation activities related to student experience.
• Create experiences that reflect institutional pride, student achievement, and the culture of care within the school.
• Create and maintain Geisel student event calendar efforts.
• Create and maintain Student Life App, Student Life Newsletter and evaluate needs to adjust with trends.

Percentage Of Time 30%

• -- Demonstrates professionalism and collegiality through actions, interactions, and communications with others appropriate to an environment that is welcoming to all. -- Performs other duties as assigned.

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Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter

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