Assistant Director, Individual & Class Giving

Assistant Director, Individual & Class Giving Please see Special Instructions for more details.

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.
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Position Information

Posting date 08/13/2026

Open Until Filled Yes

Position Number

Position Number 1128588

Position Title

Position Title Assistant Director, Individual & Class Giving

Hiring Range Minimum

Hiring Range Minimum $62,300

Hiring Range Maximum

Hiring Range Maximum $77,900

Union Type

Union Type Not a Union Position

SEIU Level

SEIU Level Not an SEIU Position

FLSA Status

FLSA Status Exempt

Employment Category

Employment Category Regular Full Time

Scheduled Months per Year

Scheduled Months per Year 12

Scheduled Hours per Week

Scheduled Hours per Week 40

Schedule

Location of Position

Remote Work Eligibility? Hybrid

Is this a term position?

Is this a term position? No

If yes, length of term in months.

If yes, length of term in months. NA

Is this a grant funded position?

Is this a grant funded position? No

Position Purpose

To secure and steward unrestricted gifts through the Dartmouth College Fund in support of the Board of Trustees priorities for the institution. To educate alumni about philanthropy and the case for supporting Dartmouth College Fund, engage donors in the life of the College, and demonstrate success in motivating donors toward significant gifts. Manages assigned classes (years 1-4 after graduation and the 5th Reunion in select years), works with class volunteers to negotiate and set annual class goals and develop approaches and activities that lead to solicitations and gift commitments.

Description

Required Qualifications
- Education and Yrs Exp

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 with four plus years of experience in a complex college or university development operation; or the equivalent
• Ability to work with and command the respect of faculty, senior officers, Trustees, and volunteers
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with demonstrated presentation abilities
• Strong interpersonal skills and listening skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong project management and organizational skills
• Self-motivated and proactive
• Ability to motivate and work effectively with groups and individuals
• Demonstrated analytical and strategic thinking capabilities; strong computer literacy
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential matters with appropriate discretion
• Demonstrated integrity
• Understanding of and appreciation for the philanthropic process and individual giving behaviors combined with direct solicitation experience
• Strong leadership skills
• Willingness to travel, work nights and weekends

Preferred Qualifications

• Supervisory experience

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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.

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?

Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Dartmouth vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job? Preferred, but not required

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.
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Manages assigned classes and establishes performance goals that support…