Campus Ambassador

Position Title Presidential Fellow – President's Office, Community Engagement and Strategic Initiatives Location Hanover, NH – Parkhurst Hall Term 12‑month term, open until filled Schedule Monday‑Friday 9‑5, with some evenings and weekends Position Purpose The Presidential Fellow for the Office of the President works closely with all members of the President and Executive Vice President’s teams to serve as a strategic liaison between the administration and the student body. From policy research and benchmarking to supporting strategic planning and high‑profile events, the Fellow engages in substantive, intellectually challenging work with real impact. This unique opportunity allows a recent graduate to gain firsthand experience in higher education administration and institutional decision‑making at the highest level. Key Accountabilities Community Engagement Serve as a vital bridge between senior administration and the student body. Identify and evaluate high‑impact opportunities for the President and Executive Vice President to connect with and invest in the student community. Special Projects Work closely with the Vice President for Leadership and Governance Initiatives and the Chief of Staff to the Executive Vice President on strategic initiatives, including policy research and development. Assist the Executive Vice President with incident response. Contribute to the institution’s distinguished traditions by collaborating with senior leaders on the year‑long honorary degree nomination and award process—conducting nominee research, maintaining the database, and preparing reports for the President and Board of Trustees. Coordinate and staff institutional events, including matriculation, commencement, special anniversaries, and one‑time events. Administrative Provide high‑level substantive support to the Vice President for Leadership and Governance Initiatives, the Chief of Staff to the EVP, and the Chief of Staff to the President—including conducting research, developing and editing presentations, preparing briefing materials, and producing polished written content across a range of institutional priorities. Represent the Office of the President and the Office of the Executive Vice President in various forums and meetings, providing meeting notes or minutes as needed. Support the Chief of Staff to the EVP in guiding and overseeing Presidential Intern projects. Handle confidential, sensitive information; exercise excellent professional judgment and discretion; and interact appropriately with Dartmouth constituencies ranging from administrative support staff to senior officers. Organize recruitment of new fellows by planning student information sessions, preparing ads and posters, and writing emails to raise program awareness. Demonstrate professionalism and collegiality through actions, interactions, and communications appropriate to an inclusive environment. Perform other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications Education : Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience. Skills, Knowledge and Abilities : Interest in higher education. Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills. Strong organizational skills and ability to plan and prioritize work. Excellent writing and research skills, including preparation of PowerPoint presentations. Demonstrated analytical skills, including ability to work with databases. Ability to work independently and as a team member. Commitment to diversity and to serving the needs of a diverse community. Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, database management, and visual representation of data (charts, graphs, etc.). Willingness to work nights and weekends. Discretion in handling confidential information and willingness to adhere to a confidentiality agreement. Preferred Qualifications Experience working with academic and student support staff highly desirable. 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 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr