Marketing and Communications Coordinator - Grand Rapids

Area Community Services Employment & Training Council (ACSET) is a pivotal organization serving as the administrative and fiscal agent for the Michigan Works! Agency across Allegan, Barry, Ionia, Kent, Montcalm, Muskegon, and Ottawa Counties. This established nonprofit entity is dedicated to advancing workforce development initiatives in West Michigan by aligning employer talent needs with job seeker employment opportunities through strategic leadership and resource coordination. ACSET administers West Michigan Works!, facilitating workforce strategies that address regional economic demands and community growth.

As a major player in workforce development, ACSET focuses on creating pathways that support both businesses and job seekers, helping to build a robust, skilled labor force. Their efforts encompass operational oversight and management of multiple workforce programs, emphasizing collaboration with local agencies, employers, and community members to cultivate a thriving employment ecosystem. This role fits within an organization deeply committed to enhancing economic opportunity and workforce readiness across a multi-county region.

The Marketing and Communications Coordinator (Graphic Designer) position at ACSET is a full-time role based in Grand Rapids, offering 40 hours per week and compensation within Pay Range D, spanning an annual salary of $45,489 to $63,677 plus a comprehensive benefits package. This benefits package includes healthcare coverage, retirement plans with employer match, a financial wellness program, tuition reimbursement, paid holidays, and accrued time off, supporting employee well-being and professional growth.

In this vital role, the Marketing and Communications Coordinator will primarily focus on graphic design and communication efforts that advance ACSET's mission and its various brands under the West Michigan Works! umbrella. The position requires a diverse range of marketing competencies, including content creation, graphic design, event coordination, social media management, and corporate communication facilitation. The coordinator will craft and manage digital and print marketing materials, oversee multiple social media accounts, coordinate advertising campaigns, maintain websites, and produce multimedia content to effectively engage both internal and external stakeholders.

This role demands initiative, independent judgment, and the ability to manage complex workflows while collaborating with a dynamic marketing team. The coordinator will also support organizational goals through the creation of presentations, management of communications platforms, and participation in continuous quality improvement processes. The role actively contributes to strengthening community relationships, enhancing the visibility of West Michigan Works! programs, and promoting workforce resources.

The ideal candidate will possess a strong blend of technical skills and creative expertise, including proficiency in Microsoft 365, Adobe Creative Cloud, photo and video editing software, and marketing tools like HootSuite and MailChimp. They must demonstrate exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, organizational capabilities, project management aptitude, and an ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. This position plays a key role in representing ACSET at community events, delivering compelling marketing campaigns, and fostering productive local and statewide partnerships.

Candidates interested in this opportunity must complete an online application along with submitting a resume by 5:00 pm on Friday, May 22, 2026. ACSET is committed to fostering a respectful work environment and supporting workforce development that benefits regional economies and job seekers alike. This position offers a meaningful career path for marketing professionals passionate about making a tangible impact on workforce readiness and community engagement in West Michigan.