Executive Assistant to the President

Some evening and weekend work required.

Hanover, NH

Together with the President's support team, supports the management of the highly complex schedule of the President, prepares meeting materials and correspondence, staffs the President at meetings, and supports the day to day operations of the President's Office as needed. The EA serves as a representative of the President's office, engages with key stakeholders and maintains a professional and welcoming office presence.

The Executive Assistant (EA) is a critical member of a high-performing, fast-paced President's Office, providing direct, high-level administrative and operational support to the President of Dartmouth College. This is not a traditional support role - it requires someone who understands the unique needs and preferences of the president, sees the calendar as a strategic tool and understands that managing time is managing priorities.

The EA ensures that the President's schedule, meetings, and materials are aligned with institutional goals and executed with precision, discretion, and professionalism. The role calls for a collaborative operator who:

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.

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.

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

Dartmouth College has retained Kennison & Associates to assist in the search for the Executive Assistant position. A representative from Kennison & Associates may reach out to candidates directly.