Administrative Assistant IV

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Hanover (NH); On-site; USD 31,340 - 39,192; Full time

Job summary

Dartmouth College is seeking an Administrative Assistant IV in Hanover, NH. This role involves providing cross-functional administrative support to the Medical and Healthcare Advancement team. Key responsibilities include managing calendars for senior staff, supporting donor engagement, and leading special projects. The ideal candidate will have an associate degree plus 3+ years of administrative experience, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and skills in communication and organization. A hybrid work model is offered, requiring some on-site presence.

Qualifications

• Associates degree plus 3+ years' experience in administrative roles.
• Experience in fast-paced environments with high-level stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to senior staff and manage calendars.
• Coordinate donor meetings and support fundraising strategies.
• Lead special projects across departments.

Skills

Detail-oriented in preparing documents

Communication skills with external stakeholders

Organizational and planning skills

Proficiency with Microsoft Office and donor databases

Ability to maintain confidentiality

Strong customer service orientation

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

The Raiser’s Edge

Advance

Job description

Position Information

Posting date: 05/04/2026

Closing date:

Open Until Filled: Yes

Position Number: 1125414

Position Title: Administrative Assistant IV

Hiring Range Minimum: $22.75

Hiring Range Maximum: $28.45

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: When working in the Office M-F 8:00AM-5:00PM with flexibility around the Hybrid arrangement. Priorities and other schedule requirements to be further discussed with Hiring Manager.

Location of Position: Lebanon, NH; 35 Centerra Parkway, Lebanon NH

Remote Work Eligibility?: Hybrid

Is this a term position?: No

If yes, length of term in months: NA

Is this a grant funded position?: No

Position Purpose

This role provides cross-functional administrative and logistic support across the Medical and Healthcare Advancement (MHA) team and in support of the missions of the Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth College and Dartmouth Health. Coordinates administrative and operational activities that enhance relationship management with donors and prospects, streamline support for gift officers, increase departmental efficiency, and ensure the smooth execution of strategic initiatives. This is a hybrid position with an expectation of periodic on site presence to support donor engagement, senior leadership needs, and team collaboration. The role requires a minimum of two on site workdays per month, with flexibility around scheduling. The role also requires attendance at quarterly in person, all staff meetings and in person Development team meetings held every other month.

Description

Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp

Associates plus 3+ years' experience or equivalent combination of education and experience

Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

Skills & Knowledge

• Detail-oriented in preparing documents, presentations, and donor-facing materials
• In-depth knowledge of office procedures and administrative best practices
• Demonstrated ability to communicate confidently and professionally with highlevel external stakeholders, including donors, prospects, and their administrative staff, both written and verbal
• Strong judgment and situational awareness when representing leaders or the institution in donorrelated interactions, scheduling, and logistics
• Exceptional organizational and planning skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Proficient with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and donor databases such as The Raiser\'s Edge or Advance
• Excellent communication & interpersonal skills with a strong customer service orientation
• Demonstrated initiative, sound judgment, and the ability to work independently and proactively
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive donor and institutional information with discretion
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team structure and across departments
• Strong commitment to a diverse working environment and to serving the needs of a large and diverse community
• Brings a sense of humor, positivity, and professionalism to the workplace

Education and Experience

• Associate degree or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Three plus years of administrative assistant experience, preferably in a complex, fast-paced environment
• Experience coordinating meetings and correspondence involving senior executives, donors, or highnetworth individuals, including working with their assistants or advisors
• Professional experience in environments where relationship management, confidentiality, and tone are critical (e.g., advancement, higher education, nonprofit, healthcare, or executive support roles)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting fundraising professionals, gift officers, or senior leadership in a development, advancement, or nonprofit setting strongly preferred
• Bachelor's Degree preferred

Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries

Brooke Oftedahl

Department Contact Phone Number

6036462261

Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title

Brooke Oftedahl, Executive Assistant Medical & Healthcare Advancement

Department Contact's Phone Number

6036462261

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 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.

Additional Instructions

Quick Link

https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/85537

Key Accountabilities

40% time: Senior Leadership Support

• Provide direct administrative support to senior staff, managing complex calendars and scheduling, prioritizing competing demands, and ensuring seamless daily operations.
• Serve as a professional first point of contact for donors, prospects, and their representatives, including assistants and advisors, ensuring courteous, timely, and polished communication that reflects institutional priorities and relationship strategies.
• Coordinate cross-functional projects, track progress on key deliverables, prepare agendas, take notes, and follow through on action items as needed.
• Draft, edit, and distribute high-quality correspondence, reports, and presentations.
• Maintain consistent and professional communication across all channels to strengthen institutional relationships and promote engagement.
• Maintain documentation to support effective communication, decision-making, and goal attainment.
• Exercise sound judgment when handling sensitive information, inquiries, and competing priorities on behalf of senior leaders.

40% time

Donor & Development Coordination

• Manage scheduling and calendars for donor visits and meetings, including coordinating travel arrangements and accommodations.
• Support donor strategies by maintaining accurate records in The Raiser’s Edge and Advance systems.
• Collaborate with gift officers, communications, stewardship, and donor relations staff to coordinate logistics for donor meetings and events (materials, room reservations, catering, travel, follow-up communications).
• Apply discretion and diplomacy when coordinating donor and prospect communications, meeting logistics, and followup, anticipating preferences, managing sensitivities, and escalating issues appropriately to gift officers or senior leaders.
• Maintain accurate accounting of expenses, including invoices and contracts, ensuring timely submission.
• Provide ongoing programmatic support such as data entry, mail coordination, gift-in-kind tracking, and related tasks to facilitate development team operations.
• Provide on-site support for donor meetings, events, and leadership engagements as needed.

30% time

Project & Workflow Management

• Lead or support special projects across multiple departments or advancement functions, managing timelines, resources, and deliverables.
• Develop and maintain systems to track tasks, deadlines, calendars, project milestones, and budget expenditures.
• Identify process improvement opportunities and implement solutions to enhance operational efficiency and programmatic impact.

20% time

Professional Development & Engagement

• Participate in organization-wide initiatives and trainings supporting a diverse, equitable, and inclusive work culture.
• Utilize internal and external resources for personal and professional development.
• Attend departmental and organizational retreats focused on planning, team building, and professional growth.
• Stay informed on Advancement trends and best practices, applying them to your work.

10% time

Additional notes: Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others. Performs other duties as assigned.