Position Details

Position Information

Posting date

12/06/2021

Closing date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Position Number

0028601

Position Title

Senior Director of Volunteer Engagement

Department this Position Reports to

Volunteer Engagement

Hiring Range Minimum

$128,600

Hiring Range Maximum

$160,800

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

Location of Position

Blunt Alumni Center
Hanover, NH 03755

This position offers a hybrid opportunity to work both remotely and onsite and therefore requires that the incumbent reside within a commutable distance to Hanover, NH.

Is this a term position?

No

If yes, length of term in months.

Is this a grant funded position?

No

Position Purpose

Dartmouth Alumni Relations engages the global Dartmouth community of alumni with one another and the College. The Senior Director of Volunteer Engagement ( SDVE ) will serve as the key strategic and operational partner to the Vice President of Alumni Relations related to creating volunteer structures and managing the volunteer resources staff to optimize the volunteer experience for alumni. The Senior Director of Volunteer Engagement collaborates with the Vice President to develop volunteer engagement goals, strategies, and operating plans, focused on leveraging volunteers to understand, promote and maximize support for Dartmouth’s priorities, mission, and key initiatives. The SDVE would be responsible for ensuring there is an inclusive, welcoming volunteer community who adds value to and maintains the strong alumni network Dartmouth is famous for.

Description

Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp

Bachelors plus 6 or more years' experience or combination of education and experience

Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

* Bachelor’s degree required and 6+ years of experience or combination of education and experience
* 10+ years of experience in alumni relations or the equivalent
* 10+ years of staff and volunteer management experience
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; speaks and writes persuasively about the mission and programs of the College
* General knowledge of Advancement and AR processes and policies
* Demonstrated ability to lead and influence diverse constituencies
* Strategist; able to introduce new ideas and initiatives while respecting Dartmouth’s long-standing traditions
* Ability to develop programs, products, and services to meet constituency needs
* Ability to provide oversight and strategic allocation of financial resources
* Excellent planning and organizational skills
* Project management skills
* Collaborator who works well as part of a team
* Flexible, adaptable, and comfortable working in an ever-changing, fast-paced environment
* Demonstrated initiative, creativity and entrepreneurial orientation
* Embraces diversity through a program of inclusiveness and open communication
* Demonstrated ability to set priorities, exercise excellent judgment and work with diplomacy and discretion
* Maturity, intelligence and professionalism that earn the respect of colleagues

Preferred Qualifications

Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title

Lesa Knapp, Director of Advancement Business Operations

Talent Acquisition Consultant

Ray Garcia

Equal Opportunity Employer

Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. 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 by members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged.

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, 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.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please note that Dartmouth has a COVID vaccination requirement for all employees; visit https://www.dartmouth.edu/hrs/ to review the policy and for details and information on requesting an exemption and/or reasonable accommodation. Compliance with the Dartmouth COVID -19 Employee and Appointee Vaccination Policy is a condition of employment.

Quick Link

https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/60908

Key Accountabilities

Description

In collaboration with the Vice President, sets strategic direction for volunteer engagement structures and programs. Leads a volunteer management organization in accordance with strategic direction and resource optimization. Oversees the vision and execution of volunteer projects and deliverables, reunions, and volunteer weekends/meetings. Creates a consistent, engaging volunteer journey for Dartmouth alumni with multiple points of entry, types of roles, and demonstrated impact. Coaches, leads, and mentors a team of volunteer managers to support the work of Dartmouth’s alumni volunteers. Inspires and promotes a culture where effective teamwork, collaboration and innovation are expected, recognized and rewarded. Leads by example with regard to appropriate risk-taking, cross-organizational cooperation, and standards of conduct. Motivates the team by creating an environment that promotes positive communication and demonstrates the value of their work to Dartmouth and the alumni body. Creates knowledge and skill redundancies within the Volunteer Engagement team to support volunteer needs without interruption. Oversees compliance for Dartmouth alumni organizations including constitutions, fiscal responsibilities, and other governance requirements.

Percentage Of Time

40

Description

Collaborates with colleagues within Advancement and across the institution to develop and execute strategic opportunities for key alumni and to plan and organize a wide range of activities and events to increase alumni interaction associated with the College. Partners with Development and other colleagues on initiatives to achieve the integrated promotion of engagement with and philanthropy to Dartmouth.

Percentage Of Time

20

Description

In collaboration with the Vice President and Advancement Communications, drives communications strategy related to volunteer management. Creates a framework and oversees communications channels to market volunteer opportunities and inform volunteer leaders of institutional news and priorities.

Percentage Of Time

20

Description

Creates and leads strategic projects and new initiatives through both broad outreach and selective targeting, offering alumni access to a wide range of resources at the College in ways that enrich their intellectual, professional and personal lives.

Percentage Of Time

10

Description

Develops and communicates a solid understanding of the Dartmouth alumni community, their interests, views and desires for connection with the College in collaboration with the director of market research. Monitors and synthesizes alumni sentiment; participates in creating and conducting surveys of alumni; evaluates changing demographic and trends; assesses constituent needs and develops strategies to meet those needs.

Percentage Of Time

10

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

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Performs other duties as assigned
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Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents

1. Additional Document #1