Job Description

Position Purpose

To manage, oversee, and coordinate the administrative operations of the Department of Economics, including prioritizing multiple activities and deadlines. The Administrator serves as a key advisor to the Chair and faculty on operational and financial matters, ensuring efficient, accurate, and compliant departmental operations. This role requires independent judgment, strong analytical capability, and effective use of institutional systems, digital tools, and emerging technologies.

Description

Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp

Bachelor's degree

Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• Bachelor’s degree and at least 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including high-volume professional email communication.
• Strong planning, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of financial and budget principles and procedures.
• Ability to learn and apply new technologies, including enterprise systems and AI-enabled tools.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a complex academic environment.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Commitment to supporting a diverse and inclusive academic community.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in higher education or academic administration.
• Experience supporting faculty processes including searches, appointments, and course scheduling.
• Experience with enterprise administrative systems (e.g., Banner, Oracle, or similar platforms).

Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries

James Feyrer

Department Contact Phone Number

james.feyrer@dartmouth.edu

Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title

James Feyrer, Department Chair

Department Contact's Phone Number

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.

Additional Instructions

Key Accountabilities

Description

Administration & Operations

• Independently manages the day-to-day administrative operations of the department.
• Establishes priorities and internal deadlines to meet institutional requirements.
• Interprets and applies college-wide policies and procedures, ensuring compliance.
• Serves as liaison between the Chair, faculty, and central administrative offices.

Percentage Of Time

15%

Description

Budget Strategy & Financial Management

• Develops, manages, and monitors the department budget within parameters set by the DOF Fiscal Office, including operating accounts and endowments.
• Oversees reconciliation of departmental accounts and prepares financial reports for the Chair. Processes financial transactions including purchase orders, reimbursements, journal transfers, and payments related to prizes, awards, and research activities.
• Ensures compliance with institutional financial policies.

Percentage Of Time

20%

Description

Faculty Affairs

• Independently coordinates faculty recruitment processes, advising search committees on procedures, managing applicant communications, and arranging candidate visits.
• Supports faculty appointments, reappointments, promotions, and tenure processes.
• Maintains confidential personnel files and ensures timely completion of required documentation and reporting.

Percentage Of Time

15%

Description

Curriculum & Student Support

• Supports departmental course scheduling, including coordination of cross-listed courses and communication with the Registrar’s Office.
• Monitors progress of majors and minors and communicates requirements, deadlines, and policies to students.
• Advises students on enrollment matters, transfer requests, and departmental procedures.

Percentage Of Time

15%

Description

Communication & Outreach

• Serves as a primary administrative contact representing the department to internal and external constituencies.
• Manages departmental communications including email announcements, website content, publications, and program materials.
• Coordinates donor and alumni communications in partnership with Arts & Sciences Development.

Percentage Of Time

10%

Description

Event & Program Management

• Plans and executes departmental events including lectures, workshops, conferences, seminars, faculty visits, and student presentations.
• Manages logistics including scheduling, travel arrangements, space reservations, catering, publicity, and expense tracking.

Percentage Of Time

10%

Description

Information & Data Management

• Maintains departmental records and databases in accordance with institutional policies, including student, financial, and personnel records.
• Ensures appropriate data integrity, confidentiality, and retention practices.

Percentage Of Time

5%

Description

Facilities & Operations

• Coordinates facilities-related matters including space assignments, maintenance requests, and access.
• Partners with FO&M and other campus offices to support departmental operations.

Percentage Of Time

5%

Description

Staff Supervision

• Supervises student employees and temporary staff. Assigns work, monitors performance, and processes payroll documentation.
• Advises faculty and leadership on administrative HR processes in coordination with central HR.

Percentage Of Time

5%

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Demonstrates professionalism and collegiality through actions, interactions, and communications with others appropriate to an environment that is welcoming to all.

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Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Tags

Full time, Temporary work, Work at office

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