Program Manager, Leadership and Compass

Dartmouth College; Hanover (NH); On-site; USD 62,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Dartmouth College in Hanover, NH, is seeking a Program Manager for Leadership and Compass to develop and manage business processes and projects for MBA students, coordinating with program leaders.

The role involves on-campus work with 1-2 days remote flexibility, budget oversight, and collaboration with Tuck and Dartmouth colleagues to deliver high-impact co-curricular initiatives.

Qualifications

• Knowledge and interest in business gained through a liberal arts or business degree, relevant professional work experience, and personal experience.
• Experience and skill managing student-facing programs for a higher education institution or directly comparable experience, as well as experience and skill in marketing communications, event planning, using professional marketing and design software, social media platforms, online event/communications platforms, and website management tools.
• Excellent written and oral communications skills.
• Experience measuring and analyzing data to track key activities and their impact. Proficient to strong data analytics and usage experience is required.
• Able to professionally represent program with students, faculty, staff, visiting executives, and other Tuck, Dartmouth, and industry constituencies. Able to anticipate, deliver on, and exceed the expectations of students, alumni, and faculty and staff colleagues.
• Able to anticipate, plan, and prioritize work using sound judgment as well as to effectively communicate time and resource constraints to best optimize outcomes.
• Able to collaborate effectively with Tuck and Dartmouth colleagues to achieve shared goals and objectives.
• Able to proactively identify and pursue relevant learning and professional development opportunities and apply new knowledge, insights, and skills to enhance results.
• Able to support, contribute to, and strengthen a vibrant, culturally diverse, and inclusive learning community of students, alumni, faculty, and fellow professionals.
• Able to introduce and drive innovation in ways small and large.

Responsibilities

• Project and operations management: monitors program budgets, procurement, payments, data analytics, and calendars; collaborates across departments to manage shared projects.
• Program and event management and delivery: creates promotional materials, manages registrations, oversees facilities, catering, travel, and on-site support.
• Tuck constituent engagement: serves as a key contact for students, alumni, faculty, and staff to foster connections.
• Paganucci Fellows Program: manages applications, interviews, website, and annual report/budget submission to foundation.
• Professional development and program innovation: conducts market research and shares knowledge to enhance co-curricular programs.

Skills

Business knowledge

Student-facing programs

Marketing communications

Event planning

Marketing software

Social media

Online event platforms

Website management tools

Excellent communication

Data analytics

Education

Bachelor's degree plus 3-5 years' experience

Tools

Marketing and design software

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

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 06/05/2025

Open Until Filled Yes

Position Number

Position Number 1010551

Position Title

Position Title Program Manager, Leadership and Compass

Hiring Range Minimum

Hiring Range Minimum $62,000

Hiring Range Maximum

Hiring Range Maximum $76,000

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

This position is located on campus in Hanover, NH and requires regular weekly on-site work presence with 1-2 days per week remote flexibility, and full-time presence may be needed during some program delivery weeks.

Location of Position

Hanover, NH 03755

Remote Work Eligibility? Hybrid

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. N/A

Is this a grant funded position?

Is this a grant funded position? No

Position Purpose

Under the direction of the Executive Director for Co-Curricular Learning, this role develops and manages business processes and projects that enhance leadership development and Compass programming for MBA students and manages planning, marketing, and delivery of co-curricular initiatives in collaboration with program leaders.

Description

Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp

Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp Bachelors plus 3-5 years' experience or equivalent combination of education and experience

Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

1. Knowledge and interest in business gained through a liberal arts or business degree, relevant professional work experience, and personal experience.

2. Experience and skill managing student-facing programs for a higher education institution or directly comparable experience, as well as experience and skill in marketing communications, event planning, using professional marketing and design software, social media platforms, online event/communications platforms, and website management tools.

3. Excellent written and oral communications skills.

4. Experience measuring and analyzing data to track key activities and their impact. Proficient to strong data analytics and usage experience is required.

5. Able to professionally represent program with students, faculty, staff, visiting executives, and other Tuck, Dartmouth, and industry constituencies. Able to anticipate, deliver on, and exceed the expectations of students, alumni, and faculty and staff colleagues.

6. Able to anticipate, plan, and prioritize work using sound judgment as well as to effectively communicate time and resource constraints to best optimize outcomes.

7. Able to collaborate effectively with Tuck and Dartmouth colleagues to achieve shared goals and objectives.

8. Able to proactively identify and pursue relevant learning and professional development opportunities and apply new knowledge, insights, and skills to enhance results.

9. Able to support, contribute to, and strengthen a vibrant, culturally diverse, and inclusive learning community of students, alumni, faculty, and fellow professionals.

10. Able to introduce and drive innovation in ways small and large.

Preferred Qualifications

Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries

Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries [e-mail]

Department Contact Phone Number

Department Contact Phone Number 603-646-2904

Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title

Department Contact's Phone Number

Department Contact's Phone Number 603-646-2904

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.

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? Not an essential function

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

1. Project and Operations Management: Monitors program budgets, manages procurement of materials and vendor services in coordination with Tuck Finance, processes and tracks payments and expense reimbursements, and administers business systems, data analytics, records, and program event calendars. Collaborates with colleagues across departments at Tuck and beyond to conceptualize, organize, manage, and complete shared projects and initiatives.

Percentage Of Time

Percentage Of Time 40%

2. Program and Event Management and Delivery: Creates, edits, formats, and distributes printed and digital promotional materials and communications for programs and events, coordinating as needed with other Tuck departments; manages participant registration and surveys, oversees facilities, A/V, catering, travel, and other on-site logistical arrangements for campus events, workshops and speakers; provides on-site program support and management by greeting participants, checking spaces, and resolving participant issues. Works with directors to facilitate and support processes to match students and coaches.

Percentage Of Time

Percentage Of Time 35%

3.Tuck Constituent Engagement: Serves as a key point of contact for students, alumni, faculty, professional staff, and other constituents, responding to inquiries via email, phone, and in-person interactions. Engages with these constituents to foster meaningful connections, provide relevant information, and enhance the overall impact of leadership development programming.

Percentage Of Time

Percentage Of Time 10%

4.Paganucci Fellows Program: Manages the application, interview, and hiring processes for the Paganucci Fellows Program; maintains the website and incoming communications; and coordinates the annual program report and budget submission to the external foundation.

Percentage Of Time

Percentage Of Time 10%

5.Professional Development and Program Innovation: Seeks out, applies, and shares knowledge of program subject matter through market research, engagement with peer networks and professional associations, and continuing education opportunities; contributes ideas, input, and support to initiatives, decisions, and communications that enhance co-curricular innovation and effectiveness.

Percentage Of Time

Percentage Of Time 5%

Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.

Performs other duties as assigned

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Documents Needed to Apply

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Optional Documents

• Additional Document #1

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