Position Purpose
The Administrative Coordinator helps ensure the smooth and professional operation of the Provost’s Office, which supports a wide range of academic and administrative functions across Dartmouth. As the first point of contact for the office, this role provides a welcoming presence for visitors and handles inquiries with professionalism and discretion. The Administrative Coordinator also supports the work of Provost’s Office leadership and senior staff by managing calendars, coordinating meetings and events, and assisting with projects and ongoing initiatives that advance the academic mission of the institution.
Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp
Bachelors plus 3-5 years' experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
- At least three years of relevant office experience, including independent work and decision-making.
- Experience supporting programs or events, including coordinating logistics and ensuring smooth operations.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and communication platforms such as Zoom, Slack, and Microsoft Teams.
- Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Demonstrated analytical, problem-solving, and sound decision-making skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including content creation, proofreading, and webpage updates.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with diverse constituencies on and off campus.
- Proven ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion.
- Ability to work effectively in a hybrid team environment, collaborating with colleagues and leaders across on-site, hybrid, and remote settings.
- Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and to fostering an inclusive environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in Higher Education preferred.
Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries
Kyle Hastbacka
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Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title
Marianne Thomson, Acting Senior Associate Provost for Operations and Chief Operations Officer
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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.
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