Program and Community Coordinator.

Dartmouth College; Hanover (NH); Hybrid; USD 49,000 - 61,000; Part time

Job summary

Dartmouth College in Hanover, NH is seeking a Program and Community Coordinator for the Office of Military and Veteran Support. The role provides planning, event coordination, outreach, and student engagement to support Dartmouth’s military-connected community on a 0.5 FTE, 36-month term basis.

You will connect students with campus resources, help coordinate programs with campus partners, and assist with traditions such as Veterans Day.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 1–2 years of relevant experience.
• Proven ability coordinating programs, events, projects with attention to detail.
• Experience working with college students or in higher education.
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate planning and execution of Office programs, events, and community-building initiatives.
• Manage event logistics including invitations, registrations, space reservations, catering, communications, and campus partner coordination.
• Support orientation and transition programming for incoming military-connected students.
• Assist with planning and execution of annual programs and traditions (e.g., Veterans Day).
• Coordinate programming with students and campus partners to foster community.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Interpersonal communication

Written communication

Verbal communication

Multi-tasking

Student engagement

Confidential information handling

Microsoft Office

Team collaboration

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

PowerPoint

Word

Excel

Teams

Job description

Position Details

Position Information

Posting date

09/08/2026

Open Until Filled

Yes

Position Number

1129702

Position Title

Program and Community Coordinator

Hiring Range Minimum

$48,800

Hiring Range Maximum

$61,000

Union Type

Not a Union Position

SEIU Level

Not an SEIU Position

FLSA Status

Exempt

Employment Category

Regular Part time w/end date

Scheduled Months per Year

12

Scheduled Hours per Week

20

Location of Position

Hanover, NH

Collis Student Center

Remote Work Eligibility?

Hybrid

Is this a term position?

Yes

If yes, length of term in months.

36

Is this a grant funded position?

No

Position Purpose

The Program and Community Coordinator for the Office of Military and Veteran Support assists the Director with planning, implementing, and improving programs, services, and support for Dartmouth’s military-connected community. The Coordinator supports event planning, outreach and communications, student engagement, and administrative and project coordination. The Coordinator also serves as an accessible point of connection for students, helping connect them with campus resources and opportunities while fostering community across Dartmouth. This is a 0.5 FTE , three-year term position.

Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp

Bachelors plus 1-2 year(s) of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience

Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge And Abilities

• Bachelor’s degree with two years of relevant work experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Demonstrated experience coordinating and executing programs, events, projects, or other initiatives, with strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Experience working with college or university students or in a higher education environment, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, colleagues, and community partners.
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines, work independently, take initiative, and demonstrate strong follow-through and reliability.
• Experience supporting community-building, student engagement, or outreach initiatives with individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.
• Ability to recognize when students may benefit from additional support and connect them with appropriate resources.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, Excel, and Teams.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
• Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Preferred Qualifications

• Military service or experience working with veterans, service members, military families, or military-connected communities.
• Familiarity with military and veteran culture and the experiences of military-connected students.
• Familiarity with VA, Department of Defense, and other resources available to service members, veterans, and their families.
• Experience providing administrative or operational support in a higher education, nonprofit, or similarly complex organization.
• Experience collecting and assessing program data, maintaining records, and preparing reports.
• Experience coordinating across multiple departments, offices, or external partners.
• Experience with communications, outreach, or maintaining digital content and resources.

Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries

Jonathan Kulp

Department Contact Phone Number

603-646-6110

Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title

Morgan Ogreen, Director, Office of Military and Veteran Support at Dartmouth

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 (e.g. Dartmouth vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job?

Not an essential function

Special Instructions to Applicants

This position is a 36-month term position.

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

Quick Link

https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/87132

Key Accountabilities

Program and Event Coordination

• Coordinates the planning and execution of Office of Military and Veteran Support programs, events, and community-building initiatives.
• Manages event logistics, including invitations, registration and RSVPs, space reservations, catering, communications, and coordination with campus and external partners.
• Supports orientation and transition programming for incoming military-connected students.
• Assists with the planning and execution of annual programs and traditions, including Veterans Day, Memorial Day, welcome events, and end-of-year celebrations.
• Coordinates and implements programming responsive to the interests and needs of Dartmouth’s military-connected community, working closely with students and campus partners.

Percentage Of Time 45%

Office and Administrative Coordination

• Supports Office communications, contact lists, program tracking, assessment, and reporting.
• Assists the Director with special projects, committee work, outreach, and coordination with campus and external partners.
• Helps maintain Office resources and shared community spaces.

Percentage Of Time 35%

Student and Community Engagement

• Serves as a welcoming and accessible point of connection for undergraduate and graduate student veterans, ROTC cadets, and other military-connected students.
• Provides responsive support to students as needed, helping connect them with resources, opportunities, the Director, and appropriate campus offices.
• Supports student organizations and assists with the coordination and implementation of student-led programs and initiatives within the military-connected community.
• Helps foster connections among military-connected students and across Dartmouth’s schools, programs, and broader community.
• Assists with outreach to students, alumni, campus partners, and local veteran and military organizations.

Percentage Of Time 20%

• 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.