Graduate Program Coordinator

Position Details

Position Information

Posting date 05/21/2026 Closing date Open Until Filled Yes Position Number 1129601 Position Title Graduate Program Coordinator Hiring Range Minimum $28.53 Hiring Range Maximum $35.66 Union Type Not a Union Position SEIU Level Not an SEIU Position FLSA Status Non-Exempt Employment Category Regular Full Time Scheduled Months per Year 12 Scheduled Hours per Week 40 Schedule Location of Position

Hanover, NH

Remote Work Eligibility? Hybrid Is this a term position? No If yes, length of term in months. N/A Is this a grant funded position? No Position Purpose

The Graduate Program Coordinator serves as a member of the Academic Advising unit within the Academic and Student Affairs team and also works closely with the Thayer Registrar and Assistant Registrar. This role maintains and monitors graduate student records detailing student progress through degree requirements as well as other facets of their academic records. This is accomplished by utilizing various systems and communicating with stakeholders, including faculty and students.

Description

Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp Bachelors plus 2-3 years' experience or equivalent combination of education and experience

Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

* Bachelor's or equivalent combination of education and experience.

* At least three years of increasingly responsible higher education experience, with a high degree of autonomy.

* Experience and skill using Google and Microsoft Office applications, specifically Excel/Sheets,

* Comfortable manipulating data and numbers in a financial context

* Exceptional organizational skills and ability to respond appropriately to pressure, deadlines, and changes in priorities and schedules.

* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

* Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work with a diverse group of stakeholders.

* Able to work independently and collaboratively as a member of a team.

* Excellent judgment in working with highly confidential information.

* Able to proactively identify and pursue relevant learning and professional development opportunities, and apply new knowledge and skills to enhance results.

* Commitment to diversity and to serving the needs of a diverse Community.

Preferred Qualifications

* Experience working in an Academic Advising or Registrar's Office.

* Experience and skill using Ellucian Banner or other student information systems

* Experience working with graduate students

Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries Danielle Pierce Department Contact Phone Number  Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title Holly Wilkinson, Associate Dean for Academic & Student Affairs 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.

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Key Accountabilities

Description

Graduate Program Coordination

* Tracks and maintains records of MS and PhD student requirements, and each student's progress through these requirements. Conducts proactive and reactive follow-up with students and faculty advisors to ensure completion of required milestones within the specified time limits.

* Drafts PhD progress letters and PhD and Masters academic standing letters.

* Maintains records related to student funding sources, coordinating closely with Thayer Admissions, Thayer Finance, and Thayer Research Administration. Identify potential gaps in or changes in funding due to grant or external funding terms, advisor changes, or delayed academic progress.…