Assistant Director of the Native American Program

• Bachelor’s degree in Native American or Ethnic Studies, Higher Education Administration, Social Justice Education and Leadership, Counseling or comparable field.
• At least two years of relevant work experience in counseling, advising and mentoring students in college/university settings, particularly Native and Indigenous students.
• Background and demonstrated familiarity with Native American and Indigenous communities and issues concerning Native Americans and Indigenous peoples in higher education.
• Success in collaborating with colleagues in developing comprehensive and integrated efforts to support students.
• Demonstrated commitment to personal and departmental integrity, creativity, collaboration, initiative, multicultural education, and professionalism.
• Excellent collaboration, listening and interpersonal skills, and ability to work in a team setting.
• Demonstrated ability to foster positive and productive relationships with all campus constituencies, including institutional leaders, faculty, staff, alumni, students, and parents and families.
• Ability to balance competing demands under pressure.

Dartmouth believes that a 21st century liberal arts education integrates respect for, and understanding of, the unique and essential benefits of living, learning, and engaging in an inclusive global community. The Native American Program (NAP) supports the well-being and success of Indigenous students at Dartmouth. The NAP’s core work includes: advising and engagement, leadership and community development; education and training; and, advocacy.

Under the direct supervision of the Director of the Native American Program (NAP), the Assistant Director works collaboratively with departments and on committees to provide anchors of support to Native and Indigenous students. This is accomplished through the primary responsibilities: 1) Student Group Advising 2) Orientation Program Management 3) Professional Development 4) Advocacy, Consultation, and Intentional Collaboration, and 5) Assessment and Administration.

$60,000-$75,900 annually