Assistant Vice President (AVP) of Special Projects in Government & Community Relations

Dartmouth College   Hanover, NH   Full-time     Advertising / Marketing / Public Relations
Posted on April 9, 2024
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Position Details

Position Information

Posting date

04/08/2024

Closing date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Position Number

1128820

Position Title

Assistant Vice President (AVP) of Special Projects in Government & Community Relations

Department this Position Reports to

Government and Community Relations

Hiring Range Minimum

$170,000

Hiring Range Maximum

$220,000

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

Location of Position

Hanover, NH

Remote Work Eligibility?

Hybrid

Is this a term position?

No

If yes, length of term in months.

NA

Is this a grant funded position?

No

Position Purpose

Dartmouth is seeking an experienced and dynamic professional to serve as the AVP of Special Projects in the office of Government and Community Relations. Reporting to the Vice President for Government and Community Relations, you will collaborate with various stakeholders to drive marquee institutional initiatives, enhance external partnerships, and contribute to the institution's overall success.

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
  • Minimum of 6 years of progressively responsible experience in project management, or related roles.
  • Exceptional interpersonal, negotiation, and communication skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire teams.
  • Passion for advancing education and contributing to Dartmouth's mission.
  • Experience working in higher education.
Preferred Qualifications

Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries

Emma Wolfe

Department Contact Phone Number

Emma.Wolfe@dartmouth.edu

Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title

Emma Wolfe

Department Contact's Phone Number

Emma.Wolfe@dartmouth.edu

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, 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?

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


Additional Instructions

Quick Link

https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/73264

Key Accountabilities

Description

External Relations, Collaboration, and Stakeholder Engagement:
  • Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with external partners, including alumni, donors, corporations, and community organizations.
  • Foster collaboration across campus to achieve shared goals. Create and maintain working groups and task forces that consist of vital stakeholders across campus. Work closely with academic leaders and departments, administrative units including and especially communications and government & community relations, and designated senior leadership.
  • Collaborate with the Office of Advancement to enhance fundraising efforts.
  • Engage with alumni, faculty, staff, and students who are contributing to the portfolio's designated projects.
Percentage Of Time

25

Description

Strategic Planning and Execution:
  • Lead strategic plans and achieve goals for assigned special projects.
    • Initial projects will include Dartmouth Dialogues and Veterans at Dartmouth.
  • Identify opportunities for growth, collaboration, and innovation as the project is implemented.
  • Ensure consistent alignment with Dartmouth's mission and goals.
Percentage Of Time

25

Description

Special Projects Management:
  • Lead cross-functional teams to execute high-impact projects.
  • Oversee project timelines, budgets, and deliverables.
  • Ensure effective communication and coordination among team members across campus.
Percentage Of Time

25

Description

Metrics and Assessment:
  • Establish key performance indicators for special projects.
  • Regularly assess and report on progress and impact.
  • Provide data-driven insights for continuous improvement.
Percentage Of Time

25

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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. Cover Letter
  2. Resume
Optional Documents

    Dartmouth College

    Hanover , NH