Top 333 Higher education Jobs in Grand Rapids, Mi

Athletics Advancement Coordinator
Aquinas College —Grand Rapids, MI
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- AD&D insurance
- Paid holidays
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Cornerstone University —Grand Rapids, MI
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New Student Orientation Coordinator
Grand Rapids Community College —Grand Rapids, MI
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Testing Center Coordinator
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Peer Support Coordinator and Academic Counselor
Calvin University —Grand Rapids, MI
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Peer Tutor Coordinator
Aquinas College —Grand Rapids, MI
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ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR
Central Michigan University —Grand Rapids, MI
- $66,000 - $86,600 a year
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Event and Visit Coordinator
Calvin University —Grand Rapids, MI
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Dean of Strategic Outreach
Grand Rapids Community College —Grand Rapids, MI
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Career Coach (part-time, evenings)
Calvin University —Grand Rapids, MI
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Technology Support and Operations Specialist
Aquinas College —Grand Rapids, MI
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Teacher Education Adjunct
Cornerstone University —Grand Rapids, MI
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University of Michigan Health-West —Wyoming, MI
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Support Professional, Ford Fieldhouse
Grand Rapids Community College —Grand Rapids, MI
- $20.23 an hour
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Education Faculty
Calvin University —Grand Rapids, MI
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Residence Life Coordinator
Aquinas College —Grand Rapids, MI
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- Master's degree
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Adjunct Instructor - School of Education
Calvin University —Grand Rapids, MI
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Student Achievement Navigator- Jackson County Early College
Jackson College —Michigan
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Registered Nurse (RN) Instructors Practical Nursing Program
PES School of Nursing Education LLC —Grand Rapids, MI
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Support Professional, School of Health Sciences Admissions and Enrollment
Grand Rapids Community College —Grand Rapids, MI
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Athletics Advancement Coordinator

Aquinas College -
Grand Rapids, MI

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Job Details

Benefits

AD&D insurance
Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Paid sick time

Qualifications

Customer communication
Event customer service
Stakeholder relationship building

Full Job Description

The Athletics Advancement Coordinator facilitates meaningful relationships among athletics alumni, families, fans, community members, and corporate partners of Aquinas College. Reporting to the Director of Athletics Advancement, this position plays a key role in coordinating athletics-related events, supporting college-wide sponsorship activities, and strengthening connections with external constituents.

Working collaboratively with the Director of Alumni and Community Engagement, Aquinas Athletics administration and coaches, Institutional Advancement, and Marketing and Communications, the Coordinator helps create experiences that increase participation, strengthen affinity, enhance visibility, and support specific athletics fundraising and college-wide sponsorship goals.

Primary Responsibilities

Alumni, Family, and Community Engagement

Support engagement strategies designed to connect alumni, families, fans, and community partners with Aquinas Athletics.
Help develop and maintain team-specific networks by coordinating alumni and family engagement activities with coaches and identifying opportunities for involvement.
Coordinate logistics for athletics-related engagement events and volunteer opportunities, including alumni gatherings, family events, Saints Room activities, golf outings, Hall of Fame events, Homecoming activities, and community engagement programs.
Serve as a welcoming and visible representative of Aquinas Athletics at events and activities.
Support the integration of Athletics into broader institutional engagement efforts.

Corporate Partnerships and Sponsorship Support

Assist the Director of Athletics Advancement in identifying and cultivating prospective sponsors and community partners.
Support the preparation of sponsorship materials, proposals, presentations, and partnership agreements.
Coordinate sponsorship fulfillment activities, including signage, recognition, hospitality benefits, digital promotions, and game-day activations.
Maintain regular communication with corporate partners to ensure a positive experience and strong retention.
Track sponsorship inventory and fulfillment obligations.

Relationship Management and Administration

Maintain accurate records and reports of engagement activities, sponsorship contacts, event participation, and partnership outcomes.
Help identify prospective donors, sponsors, and community partners for referral to Athletics and Institutional Advancement leadership.
Utilize CRM systems and other tools to support relationship management efforts.

Qualifications

Associates or Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.
One to three years of professional experience or equivalent internships in athletics, event management, alumni and community engagement, sponsorship sales, marketing, communications, fundraising, hospitality, or related fields.
Demonstrated ability to build positive relationships and provide excellent customer service.
Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
Excellent organizational and project management abilities and follow-through.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work collaboratively with coaches, alumni, families, volunteers, and business partners.
Familiarity with CRM systems, event management software, or similar systems.
Willingness to work evenings and weekends as required.

Aquinas College, an inclusive educational community rooted in the Catholic and Dominican traditions, provides a liberal arts education with a global perspective, emphasizes career preparation focused on leadership and service to others, and fosters a commitment to lifelong learning dedicated to the pursuit of truth and the common good.

Aquinas College is recognized as the exceptional Catholic liberal arts college that prepares individuals for careers of leadership and service in developing a sustainable and just global community. Aquinas College is recognized by its values: Faith, Service, Learning and Community.

Aquinas College prides itself as a leader in sustainability, and this requires the participation of every member of the college community. In this regard, employees and their supervisors are expected to engage in the process of “appreciative inquiry” to identify ways that each position can advance sustainability in the employment experience.

In the performance of their respective tasks and duties, all employees are expected to conform to the Aquinas College Service Statement:

The College serves our community with excellence and respect through an institutional commitment to quality, accountability, cooperation, professionalism and responsiveness.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Aquinas College is an equal opportunity employer and an inclusive educational community rooted in the Catholic Dominican tradition. Aquinas College provides a liberal arts education with a global perspective, emphasizes career preparation focused on leadership and service to others, and fosters a commitment to lifelong learning dedicated to the pursuit of truth and the common good. Aquinas College values: Faith, Learning, Service and Community.

Aquinas College offers an excellent benefits package that includes affordable medical, dental, and vision plans, generous paid vacation each year as well as paid holidays, paid sick time and short-term disability, and college-paid life and AD&D insurance. Additionally, Aquinas employees and their dependents are eligible for free tuition at Aquinas after one year of full-time employment.

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