Member Programs & Events Coordinator

American Council of Engineering Companies of Michigan; Lansing (MI); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

401(k)

Paid vacation/sick leave

Hybrid schedule

Job summary

American Council of Engineering Companies of Michigan is seeking a Member Programs Coordinator to partner with the Executive Director, staff, members, and industry leaders to plan, coordinate, and deliver events, educational offerings, and leadership development initiatives.

The role blends program planning with hands-on event management, MDOT collaboration, and member communications, requiring strong organizational and written skills, plus comfort working with executives and volunteers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent experience in program coordination, event planning, communications, or a related field.
• Experience coordinating professional events, training, committees, or member programs.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to work with executives, agency leaders, and volunteers.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), Teams/Zoom, and email marketing or database tools.
• Familiarity with Michigan's engineering, transportation, or association community is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and deliver ACEC/Michigan events, educational offerings, and leadership development.
• Plan MDOT-ACEC/Michigan Partnering Workshop and joint training programs; support PSMJ Bootcamps.
• Serve as staff liaison for collaborative programming with MDOT, workshops, and committees.
• Identify training needs with member firms and MDOT; recruit speakers and manage agendas.
• Provide staff support for ACEC-MDOT committees and task forces; manage materials, minutes, and follow-up.
• Coordinate event logistics: venues, catering, A/V, conference apps, registration, and day-of management.
• Keep details current on website, registration platform, and member communications.
• Secure and manage sponsors, speakers, and volunteers; track budgets and attendance.
• Serve as a responsive contact for participants and promote ACEC/Michigan offerings.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Excellent communication

Self-motivated

Team collaboration

Deadline-driven

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Teams/Zoom

Email marketing tools

Job description

American Council of Engineering Companies of Michigan is seeking a Member Programs Coordinator to partner with the Executive Director, staff, members, and industry leaders to plan, coordinate, and deliver events, educational offerings, and leadership development initiatives.

The role blends program planning with hands-on event management, MDOT collaboration, and member communications, requiring strong organizational and written skills, plus comfort working with executives and volunteers.