What are the responsibilities and job description for the Office Manager position at Inside Higher Ed?
Posting Date:
06/25/2026
Open Until Filled:
Yes
Position Number:
0122400
Position Title:
Office Manager
Hiring Range Minimum:
$27.17
Hiring Range Maximum:
$35.00
Union Type:
Not a Union Position
SEIU Level:
Not an SEIU Position
FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt
Employment Category:
Regular Full Time
Scheduled Months Per Year:
12
Scheduled Hours Per Week:
40
Location of Position:
Hanover, NH
South Fairbanks Hall
Remote Work Eligibility?:
Hybrid
Is this a term position?:
No
Is this a grant funded position?:
No
Position Purpose:
This position will serve as a welcoming entry point and team member of the Tucker Center staff in promoting the goals of diversity, understanding, and community throughout spiritual, religious, ethical, and interfaith engagement. It will also provide comprehensive, high-level support for the Director and Chaplain and the Tucker Center by managing the day-to-day operations through an in-depth knowledge and understanding of the department’s various programs and priorities.
Required Qualifications - Education And Yrs Exp:
Associates plus 3 years' experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge And Abilities:
Faith Goodness
Department Contact Phone Number:
603-646-3015
Department Contact For Cover Letter And Title:
Nancy Vogele, Chaplain and Dean
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?:
Yes
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
Quick Link:
https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/86274
Description:
Office Management
30%
Description:
Budget and Financial Administration
Event Planning
20%
Description:
Assistance for Director/Chaplain
10%
Description:
Personnel Administration
10%
06/25/2026
Open Until Filled:
Yes
Position Number:
0122400
Position Title:
Office Manager
Hiring Range Minimum:
$27.17
Hiring Range Maximum:
$35.00
Union Type:
Not a Union Position
SEIU Level:
Not an SEIU Position
FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt
Employment Category:
Regular Full Time
Scheduled Months Per Year:
12
Scheduled Hours Per Week:
40
Location of Position:
Hanover, NH
South Fairbanks Hall
Remote Work Eligibility?:
Hybrid
Is this a term position?:
No
Is this a grant funded position?:
No
Position Purpose:
This position will serve as a welcoming entry point and team member of the Tucker Center staff in promoting the goals of diversity, understanding, and community throughout spiritual, religious, ethical, and interfaith engagement. It will also provide comprehensive, high-level support for the Director and Chaplain and the Tucker Center by managing the day-to-day operations through an in-depth knowledge and understanding of the department’s various programs and priorities.
Required Qualifications - Education And Yrs Exp:
Associates plus 3 years' experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge And Abilities:
- Strong interpersonal skills, emotional intelligence, and situational awareness, with the ability to effectively support and communicate with students, visitors, and diverse constituencies.
- Experience working effectively within a complex organization.
- In-depth knowledge of office management practices and administrative procedures.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Ability to balance public-facing demands (including welcoming guests and talking with students) while meeting deadlines for operational tasks.
- Initiative, sound judgment, and ability to work both independently and collaboratively as a member of a team. Ability to interact with others with tact and diplomacy.
- Strong written and verbal communication.
- Demonstrated budgetary skills and website skills. Proficiency with standard office computer systems such as Google Workspace, Canva, and Microsoft 365.
- Excellent judgment and sensitivity in working with confidential information.
- Commitment to serving the needs of a diverse community.
- Bachelor’s degree.
- Experience coordinating large-scale events.
- Two or more years experience as a receptionist, office manager, administrator, or similar public-facing position.
- One or more years experience supporting college students’ emotional and personal development.
- Experience collecting and evaluating data, including observational, quantitative, and qualitative data.
- Experience with training students, including creating training material, providing training, and evaluating effectiveness of training.
- Experience evaluating effectiveness of higher education operational processes.
- Project management skills are a plus.
Faith Goodness
Department Contact Phone Number:
603-646-3015
Department Contact For Cover Letter And Title:
Nancy Vogele, Chaplain and Dean
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?:
Yes
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
Quick Link:
https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/86274
Description:
Office Management
- Be the first point of contact for visitors entering our spaces, providing a warm welcome, fielding questions, and directing visitors to the appropriate place.
- Manages and coordinates administrative functions of the department including oversight of Tucker space(s), website, logistical needs, and operational management.
- Monitors Tucker Center email and multiple calendars in collaboration with the Director/Chaplain.
30%
Description:
Budget and Financial Administration
- Maintains financial records, processes weekly transactions and data forms for student groups that use Tucker funding.
- Provides student group management training and financial training/finance oversight to new student leaders.
- Verifies monthly transactions, manages p-card and corporate card processing and transactions, and works with the Finance Center to ensure valid and accurate reporting of financial activity.
Event Planning
- Manages and coordinates logistical and administrative facets of major annual events held on behalf of the Tucker Center including Voices of Faith, MLK Multi-faith Celebration, and Baccalaureate along with student memorials and other special events.
20%
Description:
Assistance for Director/Chaplain
- Provides logistical, scheduling, administrative, and financial support to the Director/Chaplain. Coordinates meetings, special projects, and programs; prepares correspondence, reports, records, meeting minutes, memoranda, and related materials; and serves as a key administrative partner in supporting the day-to-day operations and initiatives of the Tucker Center.
10%
Description:
Personnel Administration
- Serves as the Center’s primary contact with the Student Employment Office and the Payroll Office for process and policy matters.
- Provides training to staff and students as needed.
- Coordinates interviewing, hiring, and onboarding processes for new student employees.
- Serves as secondary timesheet supervisor for student employees.
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
Salary : $27 - $35