Compensation

The Compensation Team provides expertise by evaluating pay practices and market conditions, participating in surveys, and supporting HR Business Partners and managers with position classification, position description guidance, and salary recommendations.

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Salary Range Information Position Descriptions Annual Increase Program

Salary Range Information

Dartmouth sets hiring ranges based on job responsibilities, internal equity, and market data for each job. Salary expectations are discussed as part of the recruitment process.

Pay Ranges

To learn about the pay range for a job of interest, contact the Office of Human Resources. If you're a current Dartmouth employee, contact your HR Business Partner.

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Position Descriptions

A position description is a basic tool used to evaluate a job for the purpose of determining the pay range and FLSA classification. It can also help with recruitment strategy, learning opportunities, and professional development needs.

Master Template

Position Description Template (Word)

Sample Position Descriptions, by Job Family

All links below open Word documents.

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Fiscal Year Annual Increase Program

Fiscal Year 2027 Annual Increase Program

All non-union staff are eligible for raises in fiscal year 2027, with the exact rate determined by their school or division. Unionized employees' rates of pay are set and managed through the contracts established with each union through collective bargaining.

Employee group Increase takes effect First reflected in
Hourly employees June 28, 2026 July 17 paycheck
Salaried employees July 1, 2026 August 1 paycheck
  • The program applies to non-union staff hired on or before March 1, 2026.
  • Individuals on a formal performance improvement plan are ineligible.

Questions about the process? Contact your supervisor or your HR Business Partner.

Need help? HR Business Partners

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