Network Coordinator

JOB TITLE

Network Coordinator

REPORTS TO:

Associate Director of The Network

JOB TYPE

12-Month Contract, Full Time (40 hours-week), Potential for Extension

THE OPPORTUNITY

Michigan Central is seeking a Network Coordinator to join our dynamic and growing team. In this role, you will be a key contributor to advancing Michigan Central’s mission by efficiently running, curating, and planning for the network of people at Michigan Central. Being a part of the network at Michigan Central provides access to our innovation ecosystem including partners, flexible space, insights and newsletters, high profile speakers, technical events, and community gatherings.

The ideal candidate will possess entrepreneurial skills including operations, business planning, sales, and marketing. You will be responsible for executing on the strategy, building and growing the model, and overseeing day-to-day operations. You will give input into the overall strategy of the network at Michigan Central, while owning much of the back-end operations. If you are passionate about building a new innovation community in Detroit and looking to make a significant impact, we invite you to apply and join our team.

We are looking for an individual who is proactive, solutions-oriented, and thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Your ability to blend strategic insight with operational expertise will be critical to your success, as will your passion for innovation and commitment to creating a better future for communities around the world.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Run the day-to-day backend operations of the network, including things like data reconciliation, financial forecasting, movement of member desks, and maintaining an accurate member product database
• Interact daily with existing and potential members of the network doing things like incoming tours, onboarding, orientation, billing, and technical support
• Coordinate with other Michigan Central teams like IT, business operations, compliance, and accounting on managing back-end systems and procurement processes
• Support the ideation and development of member engagement programming and events that support community and skill building
• Recruit new members leveraging the Michigan Central marketing and communications team
• Support the preparation and management of the monthly P&L forecast and budget
• Work highly collaboratively with cross functional teams including other membership programs such as Newlab

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• You have a bachelor's degree preferably in business
• You have at least four years of experience in building and managing new programs
• You have an entrepreneurial track record, preferably in innovation ecosystems
• You can thrive in a collaborative team environment while working independently under tight deadlines
• You bring solution-oriented thinking with a client-first approach
• You have familiarity delivering a unique customer experience and managing customer needs

OUR VALUES

At Michigan Central, we are guided by values that reflect our commitment to inclusion, innovation, and impact:

• Inclusion: We celebrate diversity and strive to create a workplace where every voice is valued, and individuals from all backgrounds feel empowered to contribute
• Collaboration: We believe in the power of partnership to drive progress and deliver solutions that benefit society as a whole
• Innovation: We are passionate about exploring bold ideas and pushing boundaries to shape a more sustainable and equitable future
• Integrity: We are committed to acting with transparency, accountability, and respect in all that we do

HOW TO APPLY

Michigan Central is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage individuals from underrepresented groups to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, or protected veteran status.