What are the responsibilities and job description for the Department Technical Director position at Dartmouth College?
Position Information
| Posting date | 08/21/2025 |
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| Closing date | |
| Open Until Filled | Yes |
| Position Number | 0718800 |
| Position Title | Department Technical Director |
| Hiring Range Minimum | $74,700 |
| Hiring Range Maximum | $85,000 |
| 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 | |
| Location of Position | Hanover, NH 03755 |
| Remote Work Eligibility? | Onsite only |
| Is this a term position? | No |
| If yes, length of term in months. | NA |
| Is this a grant funded position? | No |
| Position Purpose | Directs use of Film and Media Studies assets, including facilities and equipment spaces and studio spaces. Responsible for computer station hardware & software installation and upgrades, local server maintenance and administration, and overseeing asset purchasing. Provides support in the development, implementation, and oversight of film and video projects for students and faculty. |
| Description | M - F, 8am - 5pm |
| 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 |
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| Preferred Qualifications |
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| Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries | Roopika Risam |
| Department Contact Phone Number | 646-3402 |
| Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title | Roopika Risam, Associate Professor |
| 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 | |
| Quick Link | https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/80579 |
Key Accountabilities
| Description | Faculty Support
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| Percentage Of Time | 25% |
| Description | Student Support
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| Percentage Of Time | 25% |
| Description | Department Support
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| Percentage Of Time | 50% |
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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 |
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.
Salary : $74,700 - $85,000
