Head of Children & Family Programs

Dartmouth; Hanover (NH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Dartmouth College seeks a Director of Children’s & Family Programming to oversee a year‑round portfolio for children ages 5–13. The role leads development, launches new programs, and partners with Athletics & Recreation to serve Upper Valley families.

The Director reports to the Associate AD for PE & Recreation, builds a multi-year roadmap, and expands offerings such as swim instruction and winter recreation. A Bachelor’s degree and 1–2 years of relevant experience are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in recreation, youth programming, or related field.
• 1+ years in recreation, youth programming, camps, or related area.
• Experience with youth ages 5–13 and families.
• Experience recruiting, training, and supervising staff.
• Ability to use data to guide programming, pricing, staffing, and resources.

Responsibilities

• Create, launch, and grow a year-round slate of lessons, clinics, camps, and events for children and families.
• Develop growth opportunities, partnerships, and revenue opportunities.
• Monitor program metrics and adjust enrollment, pricing, and staffing accordingly.
• Recruit, hire, train, and supervise program staff and ensure safety and compliance.
• Coordinate contracts, registration, facility use, and financial reconciliation.

Skills

Youth programming

Event management

Budget management

Data-driven decisions

Communication

Staff supervision

Project management

Program development

Education

Bachelor's degree in recreation management, physical education, marketing, or related field

Tools

Office software

Job description

Dartmouth College seeks a Director of Children’s & Family Programming to oversee a year‑round portfolio for children ages 5–13. The role leads development, launches new programs, and partners with Athletics & Recreation to serve Upper Valley families.

The Director reports to the Associate AD for PE & Recreation, builds a multi-year roadmap, and expands offerings such as swim instruction and winter recreation. A Bachelor’s degree and 1–2 years of relevant experience are required.