Athletics Development Coordinator

Position Details

Position Information

Posting date

04/23/2025

Closing date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Position Number

1129295

Position Title

Athletics Development Coordinator

Hiring Range Minimum

$50,000

Hiring Range Maximum

commensurate with experience

Union Type

Not a Union Position

SEIU Level

Not an SEIU Position

FLSA Status

Exempt

Employment Category

Regular Full Time

Scheduled Months per Year

Scheduled Hours per Week

Schedule

Must be willing and able to work some nights and weekends.

Location of Position

Hanover, NH

Remote Work Eligibility?

Onsite only

Is this a term position?

If yes, length of term in months.

n/a

Is this a grant funded position?

Position Purpose

The Development Coordinator within the Dartmouth College Athletics and Recreation Department ( DCARD ) is a critical role that supports the strategic fundraising efforts. The purpose of this position is to provide administrative, event, engagement, operational, and project support to the front-line Athletics Development team, enabling them to enhance the philanthropic success of DCARD . Reporting to the Senior Associate Athletics Director for Development, this role will contribute to the success of Dartmouth’s mission through focusing on key fundraising priorities, collaborating with internal and external partners, implementing strategies, and providing exceptional customer service to alumni, donors and friends.

Description

This role is a great launch point for someone who is detail-oriented and highly motivated to learn the foundations of fundraising in college athletics. If you are customer-service oriented, able to manage multiple constituents at once, and also interested in a career in college athletics development and/or higher education advancement, you are strongly encouraged to apply. This is a great opportunity to understand the impact of development and stewardship while representing a historic brand in Dartmouth College and the Ivy League Conference.

Required Qualifications – Education and Yrs Exp

Bachelors plus 2-3 years’ experience or equivalent combination of education and experience

Required Qualifications – Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

Strong interpersonal skills and a customer-service orientation with the ability to build rapport with a diverse group of stakeholders.
Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines simultaneously.
High competency in data extraction, organization, and management of a CRM .
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to exercise of discretion and independent judgment with respect to significant matters
Passion for college athletics and sports.
Ability to work evenings and weekends in support of Athletics & Recreation events, and Dartmouth Campus Initiatives.

Note: Employment will be contingent upon possession of a valid U.S. or Canadian driver’s license and continued qualification as an Approved Driver under the Dartmouth College Driver Safety and Motor Vehicle Policy

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in development, alumni relations, athletics administration, professional sports, event planning, or a related field
Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communication or related field
Experience working in/around or participating in intercollegiate athletics, professional sports, corporate partnerships, or an equivalent combination.
Executing high-level donor events
Experience working in higher education
Experience working with Microsoft Office Suite, Google, familiarity with CRM or donor management software – Advance, Blackbaud, Salesforce.
Previous use of iModules email platform

Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries

Mariruth Graham

Department Contact Phone Number

mariruth@dartmouth.edu

Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title

Steve Maciejewski, Senior Associate Athletics Director for Development

Department Contact’s Phone Number

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?

Yes

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

Please upload a list of references for “Additional Documents #1”
To be fully considered for this position, please submit all application materials by May 1, 2025

Key Accountabilities

Description

Administrative Support

Provide comprehensive administrative support to the Athletics Development team, including calendar management, meeting coordination, and donor visit preparation where appropriate.
Assist in the execution of donor stewardship and engagement strategies, including gift acknowledgment letters, impact reporting, and personalized recognition efforts.
Exercise discretion and independent judgment to support day-to-day operations of the office.
Provide superior customer service to prospects, visitors, Dartmouth alumni and donors.

Percentage Of Time

Description

Data/Records Management

Utilize multiple CRMs while producing a high level of data management and organization to support events, communication, and fundraising.
Maintain accurate donor records in Dartmouth’s donor database, track correspondence, gift activity, and event participation.

Percentage Of Time

Description

Event Promotion/Execution 20%

Collaborate with the DCARD Strategic Communications and Marketing teams to support donor-focused digital content, collateral materials, and sports-specific information.
Support the planning, logistics, and execution of Athletics fundraising events, gameday hospitality experiences, and donor cultivation opportunities.
Coordinate with vendors.
Participate in special projects and department-wide initiatives as assigned to advance the mission of Big Green Athletics.

Percentage Of Time

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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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