Business Assistant

Our team operates on a hybrid model, allowing you to enjoy the flexibility of remote work one day a week while collaborating in the office four days a week.

Hanover, NH

The Business Assistant provides direct support to the Business Officer for the daily financial and administrative activities of the museum, facilitates an efficient administrative infrastructure in support of the mission of the Hood Museum of Art and Dartmouth College, and serves as a resource to all museum staff regarding Dartmouth's fiscal and administrative policies, assisting them with business processes as needed.

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.

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.

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

Financial Operations - Processes financial transactions under the direction of the Business Officer; ensures timely and consistent transaction processing through regular communication with internal and external constituents; reviews monthly financial transactions for accuracy and prepares corrections and reports as necessary.

Human Resources Support - Assists with staff recruitment process under the direction of the Business Officer; Coordinates recruitment and onboarding of all new employees in consultation with the Business Officer and Hiring Committees; Collaborates with the Business Officer to identify opportunities for training and ongoing resources to museum employees.

General Office - Provides general office administration, including office supply inventory maintenance and specific order requests; maintains professional appearance of common areas; coordinates with technology services to manage the supply, maintenance, and tracking of IT equipment for all museum staff.