Development Coordinator.

Dartmouth College; Lebanon (NH); Hybrid; USD 59,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Dartmouth College in Lebanon, NH is seeking a Development Coordinator to provide administrative support to frontline fundraisers on the alumni team, manage class fundraising, and help cultivate top Dartmouth College Fund prospects to raise unrestricted dollars.

The role offers hybrid work arrangements, regular full-time hours (40 per week), and opportunities to contribute to the Senior Class Gift program and donor stewardship while partnering with volunteers and staff across the advancement

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or the equivalent combination of education and experience
• Three years of experience in a complex college or university development operation; or the equivalent
• Demonstrated analytical and strategic thinking capabilities
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills, including ability to prioritize and respond appropriately to multiple projects and deadlines
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with ability to work collaboratively and independently in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Sound judgment and strong customer service orientation with the ability to interact with a diverse group of people internal and external to Dartmouth College, including volunteers and prospective donors
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook; database management software; comfort with learning new software as needed
• Strong skills in project management, presentations, writing, and proofreading
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to respond appropriately to pressures and changes in priorities and schedules
• Integrity with discretion and confidentiality with donor-related matters

Responsibilities

• Assists fundraisers with solicitation assignments and manages complex database programs in daily operations to organize, extract, and synthesize data for timely and accurate reporting and content creation supporting the tracking and assessment of volunteer and solicitation work
• Coordinates creative design and marketing for newsletters, solicitations, and other mailings
• Assists officers and volunteers in closing open pledges by fiscal year end through phone outreach, emails, or correspondence
• Coordinates travel for self and officers with post-trip follow-up and expense processing
• Provides essential strategic and logistical support for the Senior Class Gift program alongside the Assistant Director
• Performs other duties as assigned

Skills

Analytical thinking

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Project management

Customer service

Database management

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Database software

Job description

Position Details
Position Information

Posting date 08/13/2026

Closing date
Open Until Filled Yes

Position Number 0643600

Position Title Development Coordinator

Hiring Range Minimum $28.53

Hiring Range Maximum $29.50

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
Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Location of Position
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
Provides administrative support to frontline fundraisers on the new alumni team while assisting in the management of class fundraising with an emphasis on the cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of top Dartmouth College Fund prospects to raise the maximum amount of unrestricted, current-use dollars for Dartmouth College. Provides strategic and logistical support for the Senior Class Gift program, with opportunities to gain experience supporting individual class fundraising as capacity and departmental needs allow.

DescriptionRequired Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp Bachelors or equivalent combination of education and experience

DescriptionRequired Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge And Abilities

• Bachelor’s degree or the equivalent combination of education and experience
• Three years of experience in a complex college or university development operation; or the equivalent
• Demonstrated analytical and strategic thinking capabilities
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills, including ability to prioritize and respond appropriately to multiple projects and deadlines
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with ability to work collaboratively and independently in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Sound judgment and strong customer service orientation with the ability to interact with a diverse group of people internal and external to Dartmouth College, including volunteers and prospective donors
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook; database management software; comfort with learning new software as needed
• Strong skills in project management, presentations, writing, and proofreading
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to respond appropriately to pressures and changes in priorities and schedules
• Integrity with discretion and confidentiality with donor-related matters

Note: Employment will be contingent upon possession of a valid U.S. or Canadian driver’s license and continued qualification as an Approved Driver under the Dartmouth College Driver Safety and Motor Vehicle Policy.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with computer networks and systems (e.g. Advance)
• Ability to interpret Dartmouth policies and procedures and work in a large institutional setting

Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries Lesa Knapp

Department Contact Phone Number 603-646-1317

Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title Lesa Knapp, Assistant Vice President for Advancement Administration

Department Contact's Phone Number 603-646-1317

Equal Opportunity EmployerDartmouth 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 CheckEmployment 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, 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? Yes

Special Instructions to ApplicantsDartmouth 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
Additional InstructionsQuick Link https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/86836

Key Accountabilities

DescriptionAssists fundraisers with solicitation assignments and manages complex database programs in daily operations to organize, extract, and synthesize data for timely and accurate reporting and content creation supporting the tracking and assessment of volunteer and solicitation work. Coordinates creative design and marketing for newsletters, solicitations, and other mailings. Assists officers and volunteers in closing open pledges by fiscal year end through phone outreach, emails, or correspondence. Coordinates and processes alumni gifts and pledge cards, and researches and communicates necessary gift corrections with alumni. Attends various events and meetings to provide support and leads conference calls with volunteers when Dartmouth College Fund staff are unavailable. Coordinates travel for self and officers with post-trip follow-up and expense processing. Provides essential strategic and logistical support for the Senior Class Gift program alongside the Assistant Director.

Percentage Of Time 40

DescriptionIn support of fundraising mission, researches, identifies, and informs team of fundraising opportunities for cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of top Dartmouth College Fund prospects to meet fundraising participation and dollar goals. Partners with fundraisers in the recruitment, management, and training of fundraising class volunteers. Serves as a knowledgeable resource for class volunteers in areas of campaign priorities, procedures, special reports, gift processing, crediting policies, etc., and serves as a liaison between staff, volunteers, donors, prospects, and others to encourage best practices. Organizes stewardship and engagement communications for volunteers and prospects to ensure they are properly thanked and recognized for their contributions and service.

Percentage Of Time 30

DescriptionProvides strategic and logistical support for the Senior Class Gift program, with opportunities to gain experience supporting individual class fundraising as capacity and departmental needs allow. In close partnership with class leadership, sets and negotiates class performance goals, reviews goal progress, and implements strategies to ensure success in meeting goals that lead to solicitations and gift commitments. Analyzes solicitation of prospects for effectiveness.

Percentage Of Time 25

DescriptionPerforms other duties as assigned.

Percentage Of Time 5%

• Demonstrates professionalism and collegiality through actions, interactions, and communications with others appropriate to an environment that is welcoming to all.
• Performs other duties as assigned