Top 137 Program managers Jobs in Grand Rapids, Mi

Program and Community Relations Manager
Van Andel Institute —Grand Rapids, MI
- Online Application
- Background check
- Pass drug screening
- Supervising experience
- Relocation assistance
- Benefits from day one
Sr. Program Lead, Professional Education, CKMH
American Heart Association —Grand Rapids, MI
- $84,400 - $113,000 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- 5 years
- Bachelor's degree
- Fair chance
- Wellness program
- Paid holidays
2d
Solution Development Program Manager
Dematic Corp. —Grand Rapids, MI
- $134,250 - $196,900 a year
- Full-time
- 8 years
- Continuous improvement
- Travel
Vendor Program Analyst
Etna Shared Services —Grand Rapids, MI
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Mid-level
- Office
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Regional Registered Dietitian
Prestige Healthcare - Hypercare —Grand Rapids, MI
- Skilled nursing facility
- Nursing home
- ServSafe
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Clinical Manager - Veterans and First Responder Programming
Sanford Careers —Grand Rapids, MI
- 5 years
- Writing skills
- Office
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Director of Clinical Operations
Finding Freedom Ranch —Wayland, MI
- Full-time
- LMFT
- Management
- Adults
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Case Manager Clinician - Children's Residential Program
Hope Network —Grand Rapids, MI
- From $54,500 a year
- Weekends as needed
- LPC
- Mid-level
- Children
- Paid training
- Health insurance
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RN Staff Development Coordinator
Medilodge of Grand Rapids —Grand Rapids, MI
- Nursing
- RN License
- Computer literacy
- Health savings account
- Loan repayment program
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Lead Teacher - Champions Before and After School Program
KinderCare Education LLC-Champions —Grand Rapids, MI
- From $17 an hour
- Full-time
- School experience
- Childcare
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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9d
Healthy Housing Specialist – Lead Hazard Control Program (LHCP)
The Healthy Homes Coalition of West Michigan —Grand Rapids, MI
- From $20 an hour
- Part-time
- Hybrid work
- Spanish
- Customer service
- Basic math
- Mileage reimbursement
- Flexible schedule
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5d
Lead Teacher - Champions Before and After School Program
KinderCare Education LLC-Champions —Holland, MI
- From $17 an hour
- Part-time
- Classroom
- Childcare
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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9d
Military Service - U.S. Air National Guard, Biomedical Equipment
Military Service - U.S. Air National Guard Recruiting —Michigan
- From $49,838.78 a year
- Full-time
- 18 years or older
- Military
- High school diploma or GED
- Health insurance
Safety Manager (Job #5312)
SET Environmental, Inc. —Grand Rapids, MI
- $80,000 - $120,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Management
- 5 years
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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Program Account Manager
Baudville Brands —Grand Rapids, MI
- English
- Mid-level
- Office
- Paid parental leave
- Disability insurance
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Program Manager
Kendrick Plastics —Grand Rapids, MI
- Management
- 5 years
- Engineering
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3d
Memory Care Program Manager
Porter Hills Village —Grand Rapids, MI
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
- Bachelor's degree
- Wellness program
- Mileage reimbursement
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3d
Program Coordinator - Adult Undergraduate Programs
Calvin University —Grand Rapids, MI
- Part-time
- Mid-level
- University
- Bachelor's degree
4d
Manager, Project and Program Management
Deloitte —Grand Rapids, MI
- Mid-level
- Office
- Bachelor's degree
Parks Planning and Program Manager
City of Grand Rapids, MI —Grand Rapids, MI
- $108,413 - $138,301 a year
- Email
- 5 years
- Driver's License
- Bachelor's degree
- Wellness program
- Paid parental leave

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Program and Community Relations Manager

Van Andel Institute -
Grand Rapids, MI

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Job Details

Full-time

Benefits

Relocation assistance
Benefits from day one

Qualifications

Partnership strategy
Establishing local partnerships in a community engagement role
Program management
Operations management
Community management
Funder relationship management
Program development
Operational management
Coaching
Performance management strategy
Talent management
Data reporting
Brand awareness strategy
Grassroots mobilization
Marketing management
Marketing strategy development
Team development
Hiring
Supervising experience
Bachelor's degree
Budget planning
Fundraising event program management
Grassroots community outreach
Delivery management
Promotional community events
Talent career development
Senior level
Cross-functional collaboration
Non-profit experience
2 years

Full Job Description

Van Andel Institute (VAI), a world-class biomedical research institute, located in Grand Rapids, Michigan, is dedicated to improving human health. We are pioneers in the fight against cancer, Parkinson's, and other diseases. We are committed to inspiring the next generation of scientists and educators.

Build a Movement. Grow a Community. Advance Discovery.

Van Andel Institute is seeking a dynamic, relationship-driven leader to serve as Program and Community Relations Manager for Purple Community, a high-impact role at the intersection of community engagement, fundraising, and cause marketing.

This is more than a management role. It’s an opportunity to mobilize communities, inspire philanthropy, and accelerate biomedical discovery and science education through one of VAI’s most visible and community-powered initiatives.

Why This Role Matters

Purple Community is the public face of grassroots engagement at VAI. As Manager, you will:

Turn passion into action through community-led fundraising
Build partnerships that expand VAI’s reach nationally
Lead experiences that connect people to purpose

Your leadership will directly fuel research breakthroughs and education programs that change lives.

What You’ll Do

Lead & Grow the Program

Drive strategy and execution for Purple Community outreach, fundraising, and cause marketing initiatives
Expand partnerships across community organizations and corporate collaborators in health and life sciences
Shape a consistent and compelling regional and state-wide presence for Purple Community

Manage & Develop Talent

Supervise and coach Purple Community Coordinators
Lead hiring, performance management, and team development
Foster a high-performing, mission-driven team culture

Drive Engagement & Fundraising

Oversee cultivation, solicitation, and tracking of community fundraising efforts
Develop strategies to grow donor engagement and long-term relationships
Ensure accurate reporting, data tracking, and donor stewardship

Execute High-Impact Events

Lead planning and execution of community-driven and partner events
Oversee logistics, budgets, vendors, and on-site delivery
Collaborate across teams to ensure alignment with brand and mission

Strengthen Systems & Visibility

Maintain and enhance the Purple Community web portal and materials
Partner on improvements to prospect management systems
Amplify visibility through media, partnerships, and community presence

A Successful Candidate Will Have:

5+ years of related work experience with at least 2 years of supervisory experience.
Non-profit work experience preferred
Demonstrated relationship and community-building experience and capacity
Fundraising and event execution
Event management
Program strategy building and operational management experience
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required

Compensation and Benefits

All full-time employees of Van Andel Institute are eligible for benefits, effective Day One! The salary you can expect in this role is based on your experience and skills.

Your Next Steps!

If you are a person who has demonstrated success in these areas, we would love to have a conversation with you! The first step in beginning this conversation is starting your application.

Please submit the following as via the online application:

CV/Resume
Cover Letter outlining why you are interested in this role and how this position aligns with your goals
3 References (names, how you know them, email and phone number) – Please note: we will not reach out to your references without informing you first

About Van Andel Institute

Established in Grand Rapids, Michigan, in 1996 by the Van Andel family, VAI is now home to nearly 500 scientists, educators and support staff, who work with national and international collaborators to foster discovery. The Institute’s scientists study the origins of cancer, Parkinson’s and other diseases and translate their findings into breakthrough prevention and treatment strategies. Our educators develop inquiry-based approaches for K–12 education to help students and teachers prepare the next generation of problem-solvers, while our Graduate School offers a rigorous, research-intensive Ph.D. program in molecular and cellular biology.

VAI is committed to excellence through broad participation and diverse perspectives. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences who share our passion for innovation and collaboration.

Van Andel Institute is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) Employer.

As Van Andel Institute is a drug free employer, all prospective new employees undergo a urinalysis/drug test as part of our pre-employment process. This is a 7-panel drug screen and it includes testing for Marijuana, Cocaine, Amphetamines, Opiates, PCP, Barbiturates, and Benzodiazepines.

About Grand Rapids, MI

Van Andel Institute is in downtown Grand Rapids, Michigan in the center of the Medical Mile. A remarkable combination of a cosmopolitan atmosphere and small-town warmth, Grand Rapids is known for its philanthropic and sustainability-driven community. It’s fun affordable and family-friendly.

Located on the banks of the Grand River, Grand Rapids offers all the big-city excitement you'd expect from a million-resident metropolis, featuring hundreds of restaurants and nightspots, theaters, museums, sports and concerts. The safe and clean downtown is surrounded by an eclectic mix of walkable neighborhoods and natural areas. The downtown area is safe and clean with an eclectic mix of walkable neighborhoods and natural areas.

Benefits:

Relocation assistance

Work Location: In person

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program managers jobs in grand rapids, mi

Program and Community Relations Manager

Sr. Program Lead, Professional Education, CKMH

Solution Development Program Manager

Vendor Program Analyst

Regional Registered Dietitian

Clinical Manager - Veterans and First Responder Programming

Director of Clinical Operations

Case Manager Clinician - Children's Residential Program

RN Staff Development Coordinator

Lead Teacher - Champions Before and After School Program

Healthy Housing Specialist – Lead Hazard Control Program (LHCP)

Lead Teacher - Champions Before and After School Program

Military Service - U.S. Air National Guard, Biomedical Equipment

Safety Manager (Job #5312)

Program Account Manager

Program Manager

Memory Care Program Manager

Program Coordinator - Adult Undergraduate Programs

Manager, Project and Program Management

Parks Planning and Program Manager

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