SVPP Curriculum Specialist

Note : This is a 3-yr term position.

This position is located on campus in Hanover, NH, and requires regular weekly on-site work presence with some remote flexibility; Typical schedule is M-F with occasional evening and weekend work.

Hanover, NH 03755
6025 Main Street
Berry Library, Suite 179
Dartmouth College
Hanover, NH 03755

Building upon the first year and sophomore year experience, SVPP Curriculum Specialist will spearhead the development and early implementation of the junior and senior year experience for the campus-wide Sexual Violence Prevention Project ( SVPP), a four-year sequenced undergraduate curriculum to prevent sexual violence at Dartmouth. The SVPP Curriculum Specialist will work as a part of a multidisciplinary team to collaboratively and creatively research, develop, align, coordinate, and implement evidence-based programs and interventions focused on skill acquisition and culture change to increase bystander intervention, utilization of resources and supports, positive relationships and sexual experiences, and using power for good.

The Curriculum Design Specialist position in SVPP is essential to fill at this time, given President Beilock's interest moving forward with the development and implementation of sexual violence prevention trainings for juniors and seniors. This position's primary function is to fulfill the goal of launching the first required component for the SVPP Junior Year Experience in the upcoming academic year (Fall 2026), so it is critical we recruit and hire someone as soon as possible. The position is also responsible for spearheading the expansion of the number of requirements and training options for Juniors and then Seniors over the next 2-3 years. Additionally, this role ensures all SVPP training curricula are research informed, strategic, and effective. Filling this position enables us to have the capacity necessary to deliver high-quality sexual violence prevention trainings and to meet the institutional expectation of executing Dartmouth's stated goal of having a 4-Year Sexual Violence Prevention & Education experience required for all undergraduates.
Not filling this position would mean we would not be able to deliver on the institutional priorities identified by the Division of Campus and Community Life leadership and Office of the President of expanding the SVPP curriculum to upper-level students. Furthermore, the output of SVPP trainings to all first-years and sophomores remains tenuous due to the high risk of burnout by current overworked staff.

Master's degree in public health, education, social work, social justice education, cultural foundations of education, health education, higher education, health promotion, counseling or related field; or the equivalent combination of education and experience.

2 or more years of experience working in the areas of learning design, curriculum /program development, behavior change, culture change, student development, skill acquisition, project implementation, sexual violence, public health, social work, wellness, health education, or related field.

Experience designing and facilitating interactive, skill-based workshops.

Experience conducting literature reviews and incorporating research into practice.

Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.

Demonstrated ability to foster positive and productive relationships with a variety of stakeholders (e.g., students, staff, and faculty).

High degree of flexibility, including the ability to work nights/weekends on occasion as needed.

4 or more years of experience working in the areas of curriculum design, program design, behavior change, culture change, student development, skill acquisition, project implementation, sexual violence, public health, social work, wellness, health education, or related field.

Experience working in a higher education environment or with college-aged individuals.

Experience utilizing student development theory.

Familiarity with aspects of relationship violence, stalking, sexual harassment and sexual assault.

Experience developing culturally inclusive programs and working with and/or advocating on behalf of marginalized people (e.g., African American, Asian-American, Faith-Based, International, Latinx, LGBTQIA+, Native American).

Excellent project management and organizational skills.

Training in or experience with Student Wellness Center philosophies and approaches (e.g., Motivational Interviewing, Bystander Intervention or Green Dot, etc).

Experience teaching or facilitating conversations in topics such identity, bias, privilege, power, sexual violence, cultural norms, respectful interactions, sexual health, empathy, empowering others, modeling positive behaviors.

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.

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.

This position is a 36-month term position.
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Spearhead the development and early implementation of the junior and senior year level SVPP experiences for delivery of large-scale culture change initiatives to prevent sexual violence and build experiences that are equitable, inclusive, and promote wellbeing and ethical leadership.

Partners with the SVPP team and other Student Wellness Center and campus constituents to explore opportunities to infuse junior and senior year SVPP experiences within the broader Dartmouth community, including academic infusion, co-curriculars, student groups, and other areas. Collaborate with students, staff, and faculty to develop and provide culturally inclusive training to create a robust elective menu of options for fulfillment of the upper level experiences of SVPP.

Oversee ongoing field assessment of prevention and positive culture change interventions based in theory, evidence, and best practices focused on skill development and behavior change to decrease sexual violence and promote wellbeing. Lead efforts to adapt new and promising interventions into existing and future SVPP components incorporating issues of diversity and difference throughout all aspects of work with particular attention to centering voices of under-served, under-represented, and marginalized communities (e.g. African American, Asian American, faith-based, international, Latinx, LGBTQIA+ and Native American).

Facilitates training for a diverse undergraduate population related to building skills that increase equitable interactions and inclusive environments, utilization of resources and supports, bystander intervention, and positive relationships and sexual experiences.