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Associate Director
Dartmouth College
Los Angeles (CA)
Remote
USD 119,000 - 128,000
Full time
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Job summary
Dartmouth College seeks an Associate Director to manage relationships and secure substantial philanthropic gifts for the institution. The role includes developing hiring strategies, meeting performance goals, and working closely with senior leadership. Ideal candidates will possess strong development experience and a proven track record in soliciting large donations.
Qualifications
- Six years of experience with four years in development in a complex university.
- Experience soliciting and closing six-figure gifts.
- Ability to work with senior administrators and trustees.
Responsibilities
- Secure and steward restricted and unrestricted gifts ranging from $250,000 to $5+ million.
- Develop and implement strategies for larger gifts.
- Collaborate with senior officers and volunteers.
Skills
Education
Job description
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
Position Information
Posting date 06/27/2025
Open Until Filled Yes
Position Number
Position Number 1128426
Position Title
Position Title Associate Director
Hiring Range Minimum
Hiring Range Minimum $122,000 (San Francisco) / $119,000 (Los Angeles and all other U.S. locations)
Hiring Range Maximum
Hiring Range Maximum $150,000 (San Francisco) / $127,900 (Los Angeles and all other U.S. locations)
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
M-F 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Location of Position
Strong preference for candidates living in the San Francisco Bay area or near Dartmouth’s campus, though applicants from other areas will be considered. This position is fully remote eligible.
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 restricted and unrestricted gifts from assigned individuals, believed capable of making $250,000 to $5+ million gifts in support of Dartmouth College’s institutional priorities, and to work with the Executive Director and other staff to increase Dartmouth’s visibility along the West Coast region.
Description
Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp
Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp Bachelors or equivalent combination of education and experience
Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
* Six years’ experience of which at least four years must be development experience in a complex college or university development operation
* Demonstrated experience working with senior administrators, trustees and top volunteers
* Demonstrated experience soliciting and closing six-figure and seven-figure gifts
* Ability to work with and command the respect of faculty, senior officers, Trustees, and other high-level volunteers
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Strong interpersonal skills
* Ability to work independently and as part of multiple teams
* Understanding of and comfort with the intricacies of significant business travel.
* Strong organizational skills combined with individual initiative
* Strong marketing and negotiation skills
* Strong analytical and planning skills
* Ability to handle sensitive and confidential matters with appropriate discretion
* Demonstrated integrity combined with hunger for success
Preferred Qualifications
Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries
Department Contact Phone Number
Department Contact Phone Number 603-646-1317
Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title
Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title Lesa Knapp, Assistant Vice President for Advancement Administration
Department Contact's Phone Number
Department Contact's Phone Number 603-646-1317
Equal Opportunity Employer
Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. 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 by members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged.
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? Yes
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. https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy
Develops and implements comprehensive cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship strategies for approximately 150 individual prospects. Works both independently and in concert with senior officers, Trustees, other colleagues and volunteers to implement strategies including direct solicitation of gifts. Organizes, trains and supports volunteers to engage and solicit leadership gift prospects. Qualifies identified prospects through individual visits, advises research department of potential new prospects and assumes specific responsibility for prospect activity in assigned region.Reviews and analyzes the currently identified prospect pool to assess accuracy of research and amends and expands profiles as appropriate.Promotes maximum involvement with and giving to Dartmouth, including annual, capital and planned gifts, from identified portfolio of prospects. Works with colleagues in the Dartmouth College Fund, Gift Planning and Principal Giving to develop strategies for individual prospects.Devises individualized involvement/engagement strategies for all prospects using a “top-down” approach to ensure that highest rated prospects receive the most attention. Schedules appointments and oversees the preparation of necessary materials, including funding proposals, briefings for senior officers and Trustees and scheduled stewardship reports, for all assigned prospects utilizing campus resources. Identifies prospects to participate in specific events, committees or other programs that promote the cultivation process.Plans and oversees occasional development events of varying tone and scale. Ensures stewardship is provided to donors on existing endowment and current-use funds.Responds quickly and effectively to strategic opportunities for increased prospect engagement.
Percentage Of Time
Percentage Of Time 80
Description
Works in conjunction with the Director and others to establish performance goals in assigned development areas; monitors progress against goals and devises strategies to ensure success in meeting goals. Participates in long-range planning for the department as appropriate.
Percentage Of Time
Percentage Of Time 10
Description
Articulates and implements strategies for communicating with donors and advocates the needs of the College to assigned prospects; drafts and customizes institutional correspondence, proposals and other written materials for all assigned prospects. Develops networks with campus colleagues to keep current with what is happening on campus and with best practices and emerging trends in philanthropy. Develops collegial and productive relationships with colleagues in other College programs particularly those in the Dartmouth College Fund, Gift Planning and Principal Giving as well as with colleagues in the professional schools. Attends appropriate college events, programs, and meetings. Upholds and models the core values and operating principles of the Dartmouth Development Office.
Percentage Of Time
Percentage Of Time 10
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-- Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.
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-- Performs other duties as assigned.
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