Program Manager, Center for Entrepreneurship

Dartmouth College; Hanover (NH); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Dartmouth College is seeking a Program Manager for the Center for Entrepreneurship in Hanover, NH. The role oversees programs, events, and operations, coordinating with the Director to deliver high-quality student and alumni experiences.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree with 3-5 years of related experience, excellent organizational and communication skills, and the ability to work on-site with hybrid flexibility. This is a full-time position located on campus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 3-5 years of relevant professional experience.
• Experience in program management, event planning, operations, marketing, communications, or related work.
• Exceptional organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities.
• Strong written, verbal, interpersonal, and presentation communication skills.
• Experience using technology platforms to support communications, event management, data management, marketing, and workflows.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with colleagues.
• Strong customer service orientation and ability to anticipate and exceed stakeholder expectations.
• Ability to work occasional evenings, weekends, and limited travel.
• Commitment to supporting a diverse and inclusive learning community.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute Center program objectives and events with cross-team collaboration.
• Manage program delivery, including registrations, logistics, travel, and materials.
• Create and distribute marketing content across channels and coordinate with Communications.

Skills

Program management

Event planning

Operations management

Marketing communications

Stakeholder engagement

Project coordination

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Job description

Position Details

Position Information

Posting date: 08/27/2026

Closing date:

Open Until Filled: Yes

Position Number: 1126929

Position Title: Program Manager, Center for Entrepreneurship

Hiring Range Minimum: $60,000

Hiring Range Maximum: $75,000

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 is located on campus in Hanover, NH and requiresregular weekly on-site work presence with 1-2 days per week remoteflexibility, and full-time presence may be needed during someprogram delivery weeks.

Location of Position: Hanover, NH

Remote Work Eligibility?: Hybrid

Is this a term position?: No

Is this a grant funded position?: No

Position Purpose: Manages programs and program delivery, events, center operations,marketing activities, and stakeholder engagement for the TuckCenter for Entrepreneurship in accordance with Tuck’s mission,strategy, and institutional priorities. Serves as a key operationaland programmatic partner to the Director, ensuring the successfulexecution of student programs, alumni engagement initiatives,entrepreneurial ecosystem activities, and strategic centerpriorities.

Description

The Program Manager serves as the operational and programmaticbackbone of the Center for Entrepreneurship, supporting theplanning, execution, and continuous improvement of a diverseportfolio including fellowships, internships, experiential learningopportunities, events, and community engagement initiatives.Working closely with the Director and colleagues across Tuck andDartmouth, this role coordinates communications, logistics,stakeholder engagement, and program operations to deliverhigh-quality experiences that connect students with founders,investors, alumni, and the broader entrepreneurial ecosystem. Weseek an exceptionally organized professional with strong projectmanagement and communication skills who enjoys workingcollaboratively, balancing multiple priorities, and buildingproductive relationships across a variety of constituencies. Theideal candidate is detail-oriented, resourceful, and motivated bycreating outstanding experiences for students, alumni, faculty, andexternal partners. To learn more about the Center forEntrepreneurship, its programs, and its role in advancing Tuck’smission to develop wise, decisive leaders who better the worldthrough business, please visit the Center website at http://ce.tuck.dartmouth.edu/.

Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp

Bachelors plus 3-5 years' experience or equivalent combination ofeducation and experience

Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge andAbilities

• Bachelor’s degree and 3-5 years of relevant professionalexperience, or an equivalent combination of education andexperience.
• Demonstrated experience in program management, event planning,project management, operations, marketing, communications, orrelated professional work.
• Exceptional organizational skills and demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and competing prioritiessimultaneously.
• Strong written, verbal, interpersonal, and presentationcommunication skills.
• Experience using technology platforms to supportcommunications, event management, data management, marketing, andoperational workflows.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently while collaboratingeffectively with colleagues across departments andorganizations.
• Strong customer service orientation and ability to anticipateand exceed stakeholder expectations.
• Ability to analyze information, identify opportunities forimprovement, and implement effective solutions.
• Commitment to supporting a vibrant, culturally diverse, andinclusive learning community.
• Ability to work occasional evenings, weekends, and limitedtravel in support of programs and events.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience managing student-facing programs in highereducation, entrepreneurship, innovation, experiential learning, orrelated environments.
• Interest in or familiarity with entrepreneurship, startups,venture capital, innovation, small business development, orentrepreneurial education.
• Experience working with alumni, founders, mentors, investors,or external stakeholder communities.
• Ability to obtain and maintain Dartmouth drivercertification

Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries

Lorin Parker

Department Contact Phone Number

603.646.2904

Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title

Lorin Parker, Executive Director, Talent Management

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?

Not an essential function

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

Additional Instructions

Quick Link

https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/87038

Key Accountabilities

1. Program and Event Management:

• Planning (20%): With guidance from the CenterDirector, develops and implements comprehensive plans to achieveCenter program and event objectives. Creates project plans andtimelines; coordinates budgets, logistics, communications,registrations, and stakeholder engagement; and maintains Centercalendars and planning resources. Collaborates with colleaguesacross Tuck and Dartmouth to ensure successful execution ofprograms and initiatives.
• Delivery and Evaluation (25%): Manages all aspects ofprogram execution, including participant registration,communications, scheduling, venue coordination, catering, travelarrangements, evaluation processes, and production of digital andprinted materials. Provides on-site and virtual event management,resolves participant issues, supervises support staff and vendors,and ensures a high-quality experience for students, alumni,speakers, mentors, and guests. Uses program feedback and engagementdata to assess outcomes and identify opportunities for continuousimprovement.
• Marketing (10%): Creates and distributes promotional,educational, and program-related content across print, digital,web, email, and social media channels. Collaborates with TuckCommunications and partner organizations to ensure consistentmessaging, effective promotion, and strong visibility for Centerprograms and initiatives.

Percentage Of Time

55%

2. Center Operations and Project Management:

• Oversees Center operations, including budget administration,vendor relationships, expense management, procurement activities,business systems administration, and record management.
• Maintains and develops data resources related to student andalumni engagement, founders, investors, mentors, and industrycontacts.
• Leads and supports cross-functional projects that advanceCenter priorities and collaborates with colleagues across Tuck,Dartmouth, and external partner organizations to deliver sharedinitiatives and opportunities for students.
• May collaborate with organizations including the MagnusonCenter, ARMI, Thayer School, Technology Transfer Office, and otherentrepreneurship partners.

Percentage Of Time

25%

3. Community and Ecosystem Engagement:

• Serves as a primary point of contact for students, alumni,faculty, prospective students, entrepreneurs, investors, mentors,and other stakeholders.
• Builds and maintains productive relationships that strengthenthe Center’s community and support programmatic goals.
• Responds to inquiries, facilitates connections, and helpscultivate engagement across Tuck’s entrepreneurship network.

Percentage Of Time

10%

4. Innovation and Professional Development:

• Contributes ideas, recommendations, and support for initiativesthat strengthen Center strategy, operations, programming,marketing, and constituent engagement.
• Stays informed about trends in entrepreneurship, businesseducation, experiential learning, and related fields throughprofessional networks, market research, conferences, and continuingeducation opportunities.
• Applies new ideas and technologies to improve operationaleffectiveness and participant experience.

Percentage Of Time

5%

Demonstrates professionalism and collegiality through actions,interactions, and communications with others appropriate to anenvironment that is welcoming to all.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents

1. Additional Document #1