Position Information
Posting date |
06/19/2025 |
Closing date |
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Open Until Filled |
Yes |
Position Number |
1129352 |
Position Title |
Communications and Marketing Coordinator |
Hiring Range Minimum |
Please Inquire. |
Hiring Range Maximum |
Please Inquire. |
Union Type |
Not a Union Position |
SEIU Level |
Not an SEIU Position |
FLSA Status |
Exempt |
Employment Category |
Regular Part time w/end date |
Scheduled Months per Year |
12 |
Scheduled Hours per Week |
20 |
Schedule |
This is a 0.5
FTE, 2-year position with the possibility of renewal. This position is hybrid as defined by Dartmouth policy with an expectation of being on campus 3-4 days per month with possible additional required presence for departmental events. |
Location of Position |
Hanover, NH |
Remote Work Eligibility? |
Hybrid |
Is this a term position? |
Yes |
If yes, length of term in months. |
24 |
Is this a grant funded position? |
No |
Position Purpose |
The
Communications and Marketing Coordinator at the Dartmouth Center for the Advancement of Learning (
DCAL) is responsible for the overall communications and marketing of the learning innovation portfolio. This includes developing web content, overseeing social media, design and print activities, and marketing events. In concert with other center staff and partners, the Coordinator contributes to DCAL's overall strategic communication plans and oversees outreach strategies to promote excellence in teaching learning, Dartmouth's commitment to academic innovation, and supporting mental health and wellbeing. |
Description |
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Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp |
Bachelors or equivalent combination of education and experience |
Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities |
- Bachelors degree in communications or related field
- 3-5 years of experience required (or equivalent combination of education and work experience
- Outstanding writing skills in a variety of communication formats
- Excellent organizational, planning, and decision-making skills
- High level of interpersonal skills to effectively interact with potential partners and collaborators and to engage in outreach as representative of DCAL
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and to be flexible and collaborative in a dynamic environment
- Ability to engage in creative problem solving and troubleshooting to meet diverse organizational needs across communications and events
- Tact and discretion in dealing with sensitive or confidential matters
- Ability to work across the Dartmouth community, including senior leaders, faculty, staff and community organizations to promote strategic communications and marketing goals
- Familiarity with confidentiality regulations including FERPA
- Commitment to inclusion and to serving the needs of a diverse institution
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Preferred Qualifications |
- Masters degree or more advanced degree in communications or related field; professional experience (7+ years) in communications, marketing, or project management is considered equivalent qualifications
- Familiarity with D-CAL's programs and practices
- Experience managing websites (Wordpress and Drupal), mailing programs (MailChimp), and event databases (Airtable)
- Demonstrated experience working with Universal Design for Learning, faculty/educational development, and working in higher education
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Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries |
Kyle Hastbacka |
Department Contact Phone Number |
kyle.m.hastbacka@dartmouth.edu |
Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title |
Mike Goudzwaard, Associate Director of Learning Innovation |
Department Contact's Phone Number |
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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 |
This position is a 24-month term position.
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
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Additional Instructions |
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Quick Link |
https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/79342 |
Key Accountabilities
Description |
Content Development and Editing -
- Establishes and implements a comprehensive strategic communications plan aligned with DCAL's innovation portfolio, programs, and the priorities of the institution
- Develops compelling, on-brand content for websites, news stories, newsletters, social media, video, spotlights, infographics, and presentations, consistently applying best practices in educational development communications to this work, along with considerations for diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging
- Designs tests (i.e., A/B testing) to improve the performance of website content, institutional messages, and other materials
- Ensures that all messages, reports, newsletters, websites, and other materials, including verbal and visual content, adhere to Dartmouth's brand guidelines and are in the preferred voice of the DCAL
- Acts as primary copy editor for web and newsletter content using Dartmouth style guidelines
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Percentage Of Time |
40 |
Description |
Event Marketing and Tracking -
- Provides support for event postings on DCAL's event system for innovation initiatives, cross-posting on relevant calendars, send reminders, survey's, and collect event data
- Supports the function and improvements to DCAL's event system to support the work of the Center and strategic goals
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Percentage Of Time |
20 |
Description |
Website Management -
- Maintains and updates DCAL and teaching and learning resources websites, including posting news stories, developing content, and a UDL workbook
- Writes engaging website content, including Q&A-style interviews, feature stories, case studies, and news items
- Conducts content audits, creates site maps, migrates content, and performs other web-related duties
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Percentage Of Time |
20 |
Description |
Coordination and Collaboration -
- Collaborates with colleagues in the DCAL and partners to collect and modify content for newsletters
- Engages with stakeholders to update content on websites, develop accessible and user-friendly architecture, and make all content accessible, including PDFs
- Coordinates with the Office of Communications to develop a library of images to support Dartmouth-wide messaging about teaching and learning
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Percentage Of Time |
10 |
Description |
Analysis -
- Provides reports on newsletter, social media, and website performance that analyze available metrics such as open rates and engagement, among other factors, making recommendations and conducting tests to improve performance
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Percentage Of Time |
10 |
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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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