What are the responsibilities and job description for the Chief Financial and Administrative Officer position at Dartmouth College?
Position Information
| Posting date | 09/04/2026 |
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| Closing date | |
| Open Until Filled | Yes |
| Position Number | 0006601 |
| Position Title | Chief Financial and Administrative Officer |
| 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 Full Time |
| Scheduled Months per Year | 12 |
| Scheduled Hours per Week | 40 |
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| Location of Position | Hanover, NH 03755 Thayer School of Engineering 15 Thayer Drive |
| Remote Work Eligibility? | Onsite only |
| Is this a term position? | No |
| If yes, length of term in months. | |
| Is this a grant funded position? | No |
| Position Purpose | The Chief Financial and Administrative Officer (CFAO) provides strategic and daytoday leadership for all businesssupport functions-administration, facilities, finance, human resources, information technology, institutional research, and research administration. The role oversees 7-10 direct reports that collectively manage a large group of professional staff across seven functional units, and is responsible for a $100 million annual operating budget. The CFAO partners with the Dean, senior leadership team, and the Thayer Board of Advisors and collaborates with campus colleagues to translate the school's vision into operational reality. |
| Description | The next CFAO will be a vital partner to academic and administrative leaders across both Thayer and Dartmouth. Leading a broad operational portfolio and a team spanning seven functional areas, the CFAO will foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, innovation, and service excellence. The successful candidate will bring sophisticated financial and operational expertise, a deep appreciation for the research and teaching mission of a premier university, and strong communication skills with a demonstrated ability to build strong relationships across a decentralized institution. Working closely with leaders throughout Dartmouth, the CFAO will serve as a strategic bridge between the school and the wider university community, helping to advance institutional priorities while ensuring that Thayer's distinctive needs and aspirations are effectively represented. |
| Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp | Bachelors plus 6 or more years' experience or combination of education and experience |
| Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities |
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| Preferred Qualifications | Advanced degree (MBA, MPA, or related) strongly preferred. |
| Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries | Elisabeth Waltz |
| Department Contact Phone Number | 603-646-3091 |
| Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title | Dean Doug Van Citters |
| 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. https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy |
| Additional Instructions | Dartmouth College has retained an external firm, Isaacson Miller, to manage the search for the Chief Financial and Administrative Officer. For more information and to apply for this role, please click hereto visit Isaacson Miller's website. Applicants needing reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process should contact Kristen Andersen at kandersen@imsearch.com |
| Quick Link | https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/87113 |
Key Accountabilities
| Description | Executive Leadership
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| Percentage Of Time | 25 |
| Description | Financial Management
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| Percentage Of Time | 25 |
| Description | Human Resources and Staff Development
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| Percentage Of Time | 10 |
| Description | Administrative Operations
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| Percentage Of Time | 40 |
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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. |
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, 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 underrepresented groups are encouraged.
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