Coordinator of LIFE@TU in Tiffin, Ohio at Tiffin University

POSITION: Coordinator of LIFE@TU

SUPERVISOR: Director of Alumni Relations

DEPARTMENT: Institutional Advancement & Public Affairs

LOCATION: Tiffin University, Tiffin, OH

JOB TYPE: Full-time – 32 Hours

SOC CODE: 11-3012

General Job Description for the Coordinator of LIFE@TU:

Under the general supervision of the Director of Alumni Relations, the employee will develop and execute a membership recruitment/sustainability plan for LIFE@TU; solicit and secure sponsorships and donations; assist the Advancement Team with fundraising for the LIFE@TU Endowment, annual gifts, and planned giving for LIFE@TU; and manage LIFE@TU volunteers. The Coordinator will also develop and execute a plan to bring LIFE@TU and Tech for Seniors into assisted living facilities and other community locations, including sustainable virtual, live-streamed, and recorded learning opportunities. The position supports high-quality educational programming and helps LIFE@TU members stay engaged with Tiffin University and one another.

Major Duties and Responsibilities for the Coordinator of LIFE@TU:

• Develop and execute a membership recruitment, retention, and sustainability plan for LIFE@TU in Tiffin, Seneca County, surrounding counties, assisted living communities, and virtual audiences; track membership, attendance, renewals, and scholarship opportunities.
• Manage LIFE@TU volunteers, including leading the curriculum committee and serving as an ex officio member on other committees as needed; coordinate student workers and volunteer assignments.
• Plan and coordinate member-driven educational programming, including approximately 20 weekly sessions per academic year (10 fall/10 spring), Tech for Seniors, and approved special or summer programs.
• Coordinate speakers, curriculum, facilities, technology, registrations, nametags, communications, parking, accessibility, member hospitality, and weekly setup and tear down of sessions; ensure timely preparation and follow-up.
• Solicit and secure sponsorships for LIFE@TU; develop a prospect pipeline, conduct outreach and visits, prepare proposals, steward sponsors, and coordinate recognition and renewal with Advancement.
• Assist the Advancement Team with fundraising for the LIFE@TU Endowment, annual gifts, and planned giving; identify prospective donors, facilitate introductions, share program impact, and coordinate solicitations and stewardship with the Advancement team.
• Develop and execute a plan to bring LIFE@TU and Tech for Seniors into assisted living facilities and other community locations through live streaming and on-demand library access; cultivate relationships with facility leaders, coordinate pilots and partnership agreements, and evaluate resident participation and satisfaction.
• Assist with weekly setup and tear down of sessions.
• Communicate regularly with current, new, and prospective members, speakers, volunteers, partners, and sponsors; work with Marketing on social media and other communications appropriate for the demographic.
• Connect LIFE@TU members with the broader University community by promoting appropriate TU events, student engagement, volunteerism, philanthropy, and other opportunities to contribute time, talent, and treasure.
• Monitor program revenue and expenses; support annual budgeting, invoices, purchasing, reconciliations, sponsor records, and accurate reporting, obtain required approvals before making financial commitments.
• Maintain accurate membership, donor, sponsor, and partner records in approved University systems; comply with data integrity, privacy, and security policies.
• Collaborate with Advancement, Marketing, Events, IT, Dining Services, Security, faculty, and community partners; provide regular work plans, progress updates, and timely responses to stakeholders.
• Manage special projects as needed; participate in office and University events on and off campus, if needed; perform other duties as assigned.

KPIs/2026-2027 Goals

• Sponsorship Revenue: work toward the existing AY 2026-2027 goal of $30,000 in secured sponsorships, maintain a documented prospect, renewal, and stewardship pipeline with the help of the Advancement team.
• Endowment: actively support the University’s $1million LIFE@TU Endowment campaign goal through coordinated prospect identification, cultivation, proposals, and stewardship; establish individual activity and giving targets with the help of the Advancement team and leadership.
• Membership: establish baseline membership, retention, new member, scholarship, and participation measures; agree upon annual growth and sustainability targets with the supervisor.
• Curriculum: deliver approximately 20 member-driven topics (10 fall/10 spring) and evaluate member feedback, attendance, and engagement.
• Community expansion: establish and assess assisted living/community pilots, including participation, partnership economics, and opportunities to expand live or recorded access; agree upon the number and timeline of partnerships annually.
• Digital access: develop a documented recommendation for the most sustainable streaming and video-library model, including costs, accessibility, member experience, and potential revenue, before committing to expansion.
• Outreach and reporting: maintain an agreed-upon schedule of sponsor/donor/partner contacts and visits; report progress, budget, and program outcomes regularly to the supervisor.

Qualifications for the Coordinator of LIFE@TU:

• Excellent attention to detail, organization, follow-through, and willingness to learn.
• Ability to work independently and as a collaborative team member; strong judgment and discretion.
• Experience with community engagement, membership programs, events, fundraising, sponsorships, education or nonprofit program coordination preferred.

Required (Or Preferred) Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to communicate and work well with a diverse staff and community.

Why Join Tiffin University?

At Tiffin University, we believe in taking care of our employees. That’s why all full-time employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support their health, financial security, and work-life balance:

· Medical, dental, and vision insurance to keep you and your family healthy.

· Health Savings Account with an annual employer incentive contribution and Flexible Spending Account options to save pre-tax dollars for medical, dental, and vision expenses.

· Employer-paid basic life insurance and long-term disability, plus voluntary plans for supplemental life insurance and short-term disability.

· A 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching contributions to help you plan for the future.

· Generous paid annual and sick leave, plus paid holidays throughout the year.

· Educational tuition benefits for you and eligible family members.

· Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for personal and professional support.