Part-Time Program & Events Coordinator

calvin; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Calvin University is seeking a part-time Program Coordinator to support the Henry Institute and the Pre-Law Program. The role is 0.5 FTE, roughly 22–24 hours weekly during the academic year, with summer time off.

You will handle events, communications, websites, and social media, while coordinating internships and donor relations. Qualifications include a bachelor’s degree and 1–3 years of experience, strong computer skills, and the ability to work with two supervisors across academic programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree plus 1-3 years' professional experience required.
• Knowledge of computers and related software.
• Supervisory experience and experience in academic administration helpful.
• An interest in the intersections of politics, economics, law, and Christian faith preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and arrange events for the Henry Institute and the Pre-Law Program.
• Manage internal and external correspondence for the Henry Institute and the Pre-Law Program.
• Manage and maintain websites for the Henry Institute and the Pre-Law Program.
• Oversee social media presence for the Henry Institute and the Pre-Law Program.
• Assist Henry Semester students in finding and preparing for internships and manage internship supervision documents.
• Interact with alumni, donors, and guests.
• Assist the Director in administrative tasks including budgets and invoices in WorkDay.
• Hire and manage qualified student workers for the Henry Institute through Calvin Workday.
• Work with Scholarships & Financial Aid to manage scholarships and donor follow-up processes.
• Maintain the Pre-Law library by monitoring inventory and coordinating acquisitions.
• Maintain data files for the Henry Institute and the Pre-Law program.

Skills

Communication skills

Office administration

Social media management

Website management

Data management

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

WorkDay

Database management

Spreadsheet software

Website management tools

Job description

Calvin University is seeking a part-time Program Coordinator to support the Henry Institute and the Pre-Law Program. The role is 0.5 FTE, roughly 22–24 hours weekly during the academic year, with summer time off.

You will handle events, communications, websites, and social media, while coordinating internships and donor relations. Qualifications include a bachelor’s degree and 1–3 years of experience, strong computer skills, and the ability to work with two supervisors across academic programs.