Senior Events Manager – Campus Programs

Dartmouth College; Hanover (NH); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Dartmouth College seeks an Assistant Director to plan and oversee a range of annual and special campus events, including summer programs, groundbreakings, receptions, and dedications. The role requires independent work, strong organizational and problem‑solving skills, and the ability to collaborate with senior staff and diverse partners.

Hybrid schedule with regular onsite work; candidate must have a Bachelor's degree with 3–5 years of event management experience, and be able to lead multiple

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or the equivalent combination of education and experience with five years of relevant experience in event management or the equivalent.
• Collaborate with multiple stakeholders in a large and complex environment.
• Demonstrated creative planning, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Mastery of logistical event management and vendor coordination.

Responsibilities

• Plans and manages complex high-profile on-campus events with attention to detail, logistics, and participant coordination.
• Executes summer programs, including contracts and MOUs, and manages housing, dining, and parking logistics.
• Supports leadership in setting work priorities and improving workflow and event planning processes.
• Develops strong working relationships across campus and with vendors to ensure responsive service.
• Demonstrates professionalism and collegiality in all interactions; performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Event management

Stakeholder collaboration

Creative planning

Problem-solving

Logistics management

Verbal and written communication

Attention to detail

Weekend/evening availability

Lift 30 pounds

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

databases

Job description

Dartmouth College seeks an Assistant Director to plan and oversee a range of annual and special campus events, including summer programs, groundbreakings, receptions, and dedications. The role requires independent work, strong organizational and problem‑solving skills, and the ability to collaborate with senior staff and diverse partners.

Hybrid schedule with regular onsite work; candidate must have a Bachelor's degree with 3–5 years of event management experience, and be able to lead multiple