Bonfire Build Supervisor

Position Details

Position Information

Position Title Bonfire Build Supervisor Position Number 0000000 Hiring Range Minimum $50.00 Hiring Range Maximum $50.00 Location of Position

Hanover, NH

Onsite

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Responsible for the successful build of the Dartmouth Night bonfire. The Build Leader teaches and oversees student bonfire build volunteers.

Required Qualifications

• Ability to prioritize and manage details of the build process
• Solid understanding of construction processes
• Excellent attention to detail
• Be available the week of the build (including irregular hours) as students will volunteer when their time allows
• Patient and prepared to teach the students how to build the structure
• Demonstrated experience teaching hands-on skills
• Must be able to lift and carry 70 pounds
• Must be able to climb ladders and spend long periods of time working on uneven surfaces above the ground

Preferred Qualifications FLSA Non-Exempt Employment Category Temporary Full Time Schedule

The successful candidate can expect to work a varied schedule for the duration of this temporary position. The following is meant to provide applicants with a sense of what the schedule entails; the actual schedule may vary.

Start Date:

• Must be available for 2-3 meetings between September 17 and September 25, 2026.
• Must be available full-time starting September 28, 2026

Anticipated End Date: end of the day, October 3, 2026

Anticipated total hours for this assignment = 45

Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries David Pack Department Contact Phone Number 603-646-8210 Department Contact for Cover Letter David Pack, Director of Student Involvement Contact's Phone Number 603-646-8210 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.

Special Instructions to Applicants

This position is a 2-month term position.

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

Additional Instructions

Current Dartmouth employees are encouraged to apply and will be given preference in the selection process. Supervisor approval will be required before advancing.

Quick Link https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/86986

Key Accountabilities

Key Accountabilities

• Use the Bonfire Construction Guide as a base for the build process. Integrate updates as outlined by staff and cleared with the designer
• Personally lay out first levels of the bonfire structure
• Be onsite during scheduled build hours
• Communicate with EHS regarding safety protocols
• Communicate with Buildings and Grounds regarding support of the Lull operator
• Train students, including but not limited to: situational awareness, onsite safety, use of tools, construction practices outlined in Guide
• Ensure students are following required plans and protocols
• Preparation of bonfire lighting
• • 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.

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Optional Documents

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