Donor Relations Officer

Position Details

Position Information

Posting date 08/04/2026 Closing date Open Until Filled Yes Position Number 1129673 Position Title Donor Relations Officer Hiring Range Minimum $59,300 Hiring Range Maximum $74,200 Union Type Not a Union Position SEIU Level Not an SEIU Position FLSA Status Exempt Employment Category Regular Full Time Scheduled Months per Year 12 Scheduled Hours per Week 40 Schedule

This position works on site four days per week, with one day offered as remote working arrangement.

Location of Position

Lebanon, NH

Remote Work Eligibility? Hybrid Is this a term position? No If yes, length of term in months. NA Is this a grant funded position? No Position Purpose

Provides strategic support to frontline Senior Vice President (SVP) of University Advancement in the cultivation and solicitation of prospects. Researches gift opportunities; prepares gift proposals and supplementary resources; drafts prospect briefings; proposes, implements, and supports communication and engagement strategies; and documents and stewards donor gifts. Complements the external, face-to-face donor responsibilities of fundraisers. Efforts are focused on individual prospects who are considered capable of making gifts of $5,000,000+ over five years.

Description 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

• Bachelor's degree or the equivalent combination of education and experience
• 3-4 years' experience in fundraising or a related field (e.g., marketing, communications, research)
• Demonstrated writing experience and excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills
• High tolerance for ambiguity and changing priorities and demonstrated collaborative approach
• Ability to successfully manage a high-volume workload and competing priorities. Experience in a complex organization desirable
• A creative and entrepreneurial spirit and strong negotiation skills
• Demonstrates an ability to work with and to gain the respect of College officers, Advancement colleagues, faculty, and high-level prospect donors
• Strong attention to detail and able to function independently with minimal oversight

Preferred Qualifications Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries Lesa Knapp Department Contact Phone Number 603-646-1317 Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title Lesa Knapp, Assistant Vice President for Advancement Administration Department Contact's Phone Number 603-646-1317 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

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Key Accountabilities

Description

Strategic Communications & Donor Engagement

• Drafts and refines high-level, personalized correspondence for the SVP, President, deans, faculty, and other key stakeholders to advance donor relationships.
• Writes and manages prospect outreach, including visit communications, solicitation materials, and stewardship packages.
• Develops tailored gift proposals and customized giving opportunities (unrestricted, restricted, and planned gifts) aligned with institutional priorities and donor interests.
• Plans and coordinates prospect visit itineraries, including cultivation, solicitation, stewardship, and related engagement activities.

Percentage Of Time 55% Description

Leadership Briefings & Stakeholder Preparation

• Drafts and manages the approval process for prospect and event briefings for senior leadership and key stakeholders (e.g., President, SVP, trustees, deans, faculty, and volunteers).\
• Prepares remarks, bios, and supporting materials to ensure effective participation in donor meetings and events.

Percentage Of Time 20% Description

Fundraising Infrastructure & Resources

• Supports the SVP through cross-functional coordination that strengthens information flow and relationship development across Advancement and the institution.
• Develops and maintains templated proposals and donor-facing materials (print and digital) to support fundraising efforts.
• Conducts research and contributes to special projects, including complex inquiries that inform solicitation strategies and stewardship initiatives.

Percentage Of Time 15% Description

Gift Strategy, Documentation & Compliance

• Drafts and manages gift documentation through creation, review, and institutional approval processes to ensure accurate recording and closure of gifts.

Percentage Of Time 10

• -- Demonstrates professionalism and collegiality through actions, interactions, and communications with others appropriate to an environment that is welcoming to all. -- Performs other duties as assigned.

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Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Writing Portfolio

Optional Documents

• Additional Document #1