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Director of Learning Environment

Dartmouth College

remote work

United States, New Hampshire, Hanover

7 Lebanon Street (Show on map)

May 29, 2025

Position Information

Posting date	05/29/2025
Closing date
Open Until Filled	Yes
Position Number	1128033
Position Title	Director of Learning Environment
Hiring Range Minimum	$85,200
Hiring Range Maximum	$106,500
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
Remote Work Eligibility?	Remote eligible
Is this a term position?	No
If yes, length of term in months.	NA
Is this a grant funded position?	No
Position Purpose	To foster a positive and supportive educational atmosphere across the MD, MPH, and MS programs. To manage mistreatment concerns, developing and implementing programs to enhance the learning environment, and maintaining comprehensive databases for reporting and analysis. To work collaboratively with various departments and offices to ensure a cohesive and effective approach to maintaining a healthy learning environment.
Description
Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp	Bachelors or equivalent combination of education and experience
Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities	8+ years of experience in education administration, faculty development, student affairs, or a field with expertise in education, conflict resolution, counseling, or employee relations. Knowledge of the student experience in a clinical learning environment. Experience with conflict resolution, mediation, and professionalism policies.
Preferred Qualifications	Masters, MD, PhD, EdD, or equivalent advanced degree in medical education, health sciences, case management, counseling, or a related field. Strong understanding of LCME accreditation standards and medical education best practices. Experience working in medical school administration or a health care setting. Training in mediation, organizational change, or faculty development. Experience managing learning environment assessments and reporting.
Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries	Andrea Wright
Department Contact Phone Number	603-443-7500
Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title	Sonia Chimienti, Dean of Educational Affairs
Department Contact's Phone Number	603-443-7500
Equal Opportunity Employer	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, religion, 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 all underrepresented groups are encouraged.
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/79000

Key Accountabilities

Description

Management of Mistreatment Concerns

Oversee the intake and management of mistreatment concerns as reported by students.
Monitor and address reports related to student mistreatment, facilitating the downstream process of mistreatment reporting and ensuring adherence to appropriate follow-up processes.
Utilize Dartmouth's anonymous reporting platform for mistreatment reports, ensuring confidentiality and timely response to all reports.
In partnership with the Chair of the Committee on a Respectful Learning Environment (CRLE), facilitate the convening of meetings to review formal mistreatment reports and support the development of action plans.
Conduct or facilitate the investigation of complex mistreatment reports that require further gathering of information.
Develop and implement policies and procedures for addressing mistreatment concerns.
Provide support and resources to individuals affected by mistreatment.
Serve as a confidential resource and mediator for learning environment concerns, guiding students through mistreatment reporting or referring them to appropriate offices within Geisel, D-H or Dartmouth College as issues arise.
Maintain confidential records.
Effectively communicate relevant issues regarding the learning environment to appropriate parties, such as curriculum deans, department chairs, GME, clinical staff leadership, the Dean of Educational Affairs, and the Office of Faculty Affairs.
Provide monthly reports of issues to the Dean of Educational Affairs, Associate Dean for Student Life, and curriculum deans in a structured format.

Percentage Of Time

50%

Description

Positive Learning Environment and Prevention Activities Development & Implementation

Design and implement programs aimed at promoting a positive learning environment.
Organize and conduct seminars, workshops, and training sessions for faculty, staff, and students.
Create faculty skill development initiatives to enhance educator understanding of learning environment concerns and how to address concerns as they arise, supporting the effectiveness of educators in the learning environment.
Create and distribute teaching modules and resources for educators to foster a supportive learning atmosphere.
Collaborate with other departments to integrate positive learning environment principles into the curriculum as appropriate.

Percentage Of Time

30%

Description

Policy Development, Data Maintenance, Reporting, and Accreditation Compliance

Maintain and update databases for tracking and reporting on learning environment concerns.
Work with database development teams to ensure accurate and efficient data management.
Generate reports and analyses to identify trends and areas for improvement.
Collaborate with other offices and departments to share data and insights for continuous improvement.
Ensure compliance with institutional policies and regulations regarding data management and reporting.
Contribute to the development of school policies that support a positive and respectful learning environment, professionalism in the educational setting and that are aligned with institutional professionalism standards.
Assess and analyse data to ensure continuous improvement and compliance with accreditation standards related to learning environment and student mistreatment.
Conduct regular assessments, including surveys and focus groups, to access the learning environment.
Collaborate with the Associate Dean for Student Life to develop processes by which mistreatment data collected from surveys will be shared with students, faculty and staff.
Ensure alignment with LCME accreditation standards and contribute to institutional accreditation efforts.

Percentage Of Time

20%

--	Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.
--	Performs other duties as assigned.