Assistant Director of Development, DHMC

Dartmouth College; Hanover (NH); Hybrid; USD 84,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

Dartmouth College seeks an Assistant Director of Development, DHMC, to lead frontline fundraising for Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center (DHMC). The role focuses on identifying, engaging, and soliciting patients and families with philanthropy interest, collaborating with clinical leadership.

The position manages a portfolio of 125+ prospects, with an annual solicitations goal of $300,000+. On-site 2–3 days weekly; hybrid work arrangement within Lebanon, NH area.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required or equivalent
• 2–3 years' experience in development or similar field
• Experience with donor relations and fundraising preferred

Responsibilities

• Identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward a personal portfolio of 125+ prospects with capacity to give $50,000+
• Achieve annual solicitation goal of $300,000+ and collaborate with clinical departments

Skills

Stakeholder management

Oral & written comms

Project management

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Discretion HIPAA

Diversity commitment

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Database software

Spreadsheet tools

Web-based systems

Job description

Position Details

Position Information

Posting date 11/05/2026

Closing date

Open Until Filled Yes

Position Number 1129506

Position Title Assistant Director of Development, DHMC

Hiring Range Minimum $83,500

Hiring Range Maximum $104,400

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 requires the candidate to live within a reasonablecommuting distance of Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center ( DHMC )in Lebanon, NH. While the role is classified as hybrid, candidatesshould expect to be onsite a minimum of 2–3 days per week.

Location of Position Lebanon, NH 35 Centerra Parkway, 3rd Floor

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 will serve as part of the frontline fundraising team forDartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center ( DHMC ), under the leadershipof the Director, focused on identifying, engaging, and solicitingpatients and families who have had clinical experiences atDartmouth Health and/or DHMC and an interest in philanthropy. Theposition will work closely with the leadership of several clinicaldepartments and can expect to be on-site two to three days a week.The assistant director will oversee the identification,cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of a personal portfolioof 125 or more prospects with the capacity to give gifts of $50,000or more and an annual solicitation goal of $300,000 or more.

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

Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge andAbilities

Skills & Knowledge

• Ability to work with and command the respect of senior officers,faculty and administrators, and high-level volunteers.
• Excellent oral, written, and project management skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills, and adept at both negotiating anddiplomacy.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and driven to succeed andachieve.
• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and to setpriorities.
• Expertise in operating database, spreadsheet, and Web-basedsoftware applications in a complex computer information systemenvironment.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information withdiscretion; understand and follow HIPAA guidelines.
• Strong commitment to diversity.
• Brings a sense of humor and joy to the workplace.
• Creative, imaginative and original thinker.

Experience

• Two or more years of demonstrated success in a complexdevelopment organization or equivalent.
• Understanding of and comfort with the intricacies of businesstravel.

Education

• Bachelors or equivalent combination of education andexperience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in an academic medical system or universityenvironment preferred.

Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries [e-mail]

Department Contact Phone Number [phone]

Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title Matthew Hall, Director of Development, DHMC

Department Contact's Phone Number [phone]

Equal Opportunity Employer

Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity employer under federallaw. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color,religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, genderidentity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status,or any other legally protected status. Applications are welcomefrom all.

Background Check

Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to andsuccessful completion of a pre-employment background check, whichmay include a criminal background check, reference checks,verification of work history, conduct review, and verification ofany required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications,with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal convictionwill not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment.Background check information will be used in a confidential,non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federallaw.

Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Dartmouth vehicle or off roadvehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of thisjob? Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use oftobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibitedin all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operatedor 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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