Student & Alumni Affairs Coordinator

Dartmouth College; Hanover (NH); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Dartmouth College is seeking a Student & Alumni Affairs Coordinator in Hanover, NH. This hybrid role involves planning events for students and alumni, managing communications, and enhancing community engagement. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree and 2–3 years of event planning experience.

The successful candidate will collaborate with program leadership, manage newsletters, and support a diverse learning environment. Willingness to work evenings and weekends is a must.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree plus 2–3 years of experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 2–3 years of professional event planning and management experience.
• Proficiency with a broad array of technology and online tools.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage events for students and alumni.
• Manage event registration and communication through various channels.
• Collaborate with program leadership on academic calendars.

Skills

Event planning and management

Strong writing skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Creative and strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Database software

Social media tools

Job description

Position Title

Student & Alumni Affairs Coordinator

Job Summary

Reporting to the Director, HCME Programs and Operations, the Student & Alumni Affairs Coordinator develops and manages events and services for students and alumni of Health Care Management Education (HCME) programs. The role aims to delight students and alumni, fostering a loyal, committed, engaged community.

Location: Hanover, NH. This is a hybrid position requiring onsite presence three days per week (including some weekends and evenings during program delivery), with remote flexibility on other weekdays.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage events for students (residential sessions, learning expeditions, investiture, commencement) and alumni (online seminars, learning expeditions, HCDS Symposium, and other gatherings).
• Manage event registration and communication through Encompass website, Canvas, email, and other channels.
• Collaborate with program leadership to develop and maintain academic calendars, residential schedules, and a calendar of co‑curricular events.
• Support the distribution of annual fund and class gift communications, track participation, and produce acknowledgement letters.
• Collaborate with HCME colleagues to support the production and distribution of student and alumni newsletters.
• Maintain the Encompass website in partnership with Dartmouth Advancement.
• Respond to the needs of HCME students and alumni to enhance the learning experience and build community.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree plus 2–3 years of experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 2–3 years of professional event planning and management experience.
• Proficiency with a broad array of technology and online tools, including social media and database software.
• Strong writing, organizational, multitasking, and interpersonal skills.
• Creative and strategic thinking.
• Ability to work independently, exercise initiative and judgment, and collaborate effectively as part of a team.
• Willingness to work evenings and weekends as required.
• Commitment to supporting a vibrant, culturally diverse, and inclusive learning community.

Preferred

• Project Management training.
• Proficiency with website maintenance tools and programs.
• Capability to obtain and maintain Dartmouth driver certification.

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 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.