Associate Athletics Director, Peak Performance
- Trustees of Dartmouth College
- Hanover, New Hampshire
- Full Time
Position Details
Position Information
Posting date05/26/2026
Closing date
Open Until FilledYes
Position Number1011009
Position TitleAssociate Athletics Director, Peak Performance
Hiring Range MinimumPlease Inquire
Hiring Range MaximumPlease Inquire
Union TypeNot a Union Position
SEIU LevelNot an SEIU Position
FLSA StatusExempt
Employment CategoryRegular Full Time
Scheduled Months per Year12
Scheduled Hours per Week40
Schedule
Evening and weekend work hours required in addition to regular weekday hours. Occasional travel to meetings and athletic events required.
Location of Position
Hanover, NH
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
The Associate Athletics Director for Peak Performance supports the Executive Associate Athletics Director in providing vision, leadership, and management for Dartmouth Peak Performance (DP2)Dartmouth's integrated support team for the health, wellness, and development of varsity studentathletes and teams. In addition to serving as DP2's deputy leader, this role leads and participates in delivery of services for Leadership and Mental Performance, drawing upon deep expertise in sport and performance psychology to guide a team of practitioners providing individual mental performance coaching, group and team sessions, workshops, and coach consultations. This support fosters the psychological and behavioral foundations to empower studentathletes to thrive academically, athletically, and personally during and beyond their time at Dartmouth. The role requires frequent collaboration with studentathletes, coaches, interdisciplinary staff, campus partners, and senior administrators, as well as the ability to mentor and supervise staff. The Associate Athletics Director also helps cultivate a culture of collaboration and excellence across the DP2 team, supporting the holistic development and competitive success of Dartmouth studentathletes and teams.
Description
Required Qualifications Education and Yrs ExpMasters or equivalent combination of education and experience
Required Qualifications Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
Master's degree in sport or counseling psychology, human performance, or related field.
Six years of progressive experience delivering mental performance services in a highperformance athletic, academic, or tactical environment.
Previous experience leading mental performance staff and services as part of an interdisciplinary team.
Proven leadership and management skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Exceptional interpersonal and presentation skills to motivate and work effectively with diverse groups and individuals internal and external to the College.
Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion in sensitive situations, and work effectively in a fastpaced and complex work environment.
Preferred Qualifications
Terminal degree in related field.
Licensed or licenseeligible psychologist, counselor or mental health professional.
Certified Mental Performance Consultant (CMPC) or inprogress.
Previous supervisory experience and experience as a collegiate athlete or coach.
Department Contact for Recruitment InquiriesAustin Driggers
Department Contact Phone Numberaustin.r.driggersdartmouth
Department Contact for Cover Letter and TitleAustin Driggers, Executive Associate Athletic Director for Peak Performance
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 preemployment 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, nondiscriminatory 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?Preferred, but not required
Position Information
Posting date05/26/2026
Closing date
Open Until FilledYes
Position Number1011009
Position TitleAssociate Athletics Director, Peak Performance
Hiring Range MinimumPlease Inquire
Hiring Range MaximumPlease Inquire
Union TypeNot a Union Position
SEIU LevelNot an SEIU Position
FLSA StatusExempt
Employment CategoryRegular Full Time
Scheduled Months per Year12
Scheduled Hours per Week40
Schedule
Evening and weekend work hours required in addition to regular weekday hours. Occasional travel to meetings and athletic events required.
Location of Position
Hanover, NH
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
The Associate Athletics Director for Peak Performance supports the Executive Associate Athletics Director in providing vision, leadership, and management for Dartmouth Peak Performance (DP2)Dartmouth's integrated support team for the health, wellness, and development of varsity studentathletes and teams. In addition to serving as DP2's deputy leader, this role leads and participates in delivery of services for Leadership and Mental Performance, drawing upon deep expertise in sport and performance psychology to guide a team of practitioners providing individual mental performance coaching, group and team sessions, workshops, and coach consultations. This support fosters the psychological and behavioral foundations to empower studentathletes to thrive academically, athletically, and personally during and beyond their time at Dartmouth. The role requires frequent collaboration with studentathletes, coaches, interdisciplinary staff, campus partners, and senior administrators, as well as the ability to mentor and supervise staff. The Associate Athletics Director also helps cultivate a culture of collaboration and excellence across the DP2 team, supporting the holistic development and competitive success of Dartmouth studentathletes and teams.
Description
Required Qualifications Education and Yrs ExpMasters or equivalent combination of education and experience
Required Qualifications Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
Master's degree in sport or counseling psychology, human performance, or related field.
Six years of progressive experience delivering mental performance services in a highperformance athletic, academic, or tactical environment.
Previous experience leading mental performance staff and services as part of an interdisciplinary team.
Proven leadership and management skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Exceptional interpersonal and presentation skills to motivate and work effectively with diverse groups and individuals internal and external to the College.
Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion in sensitive situations, and work effectively in a fastpaced and complex work environment.
Preferred Qualifications
Terminal degree in related field.
Licensed or licenseeligible psychologist, counselor or mental health professional.
Certified Mental Performance Consultant (CMPC) or inprogress.
Previous supervisory experience and experience as a collegiate athlete or coach.
Department Contact for Recruitment InquiriesAustin Driggers
Department Contact Phone Numberaustin.r.driggersdartmouth
Department Contact for Cover Letter and TitleAustin Driggers, Executive Associate Athletic Director for Peak Performance
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 preemployment 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, nondiscriminatory 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?Preferred, but not required
Job ID: 522612584
Originally Posted on: 5/27/2026
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