Corporate Relations and Events Specialist

Paws With A Cause•Leighton Township, MI

6d•$50,000 - $55,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Paws With A Cause® is looking for a friendly, innovative individual to join our Advancement team! The right person will love working with people and love creating and implementing new ideas! PAWS' offers a great Benefits Package including medical, dental, vision, Employer-paid Short-term Disability, and Voluntary Life Insurance; Long-Term Disability, a generous PTO (Paid Time Off) Package, 10 Paid Holidays upon starting, and more! This is a Salary Exempt Hybrid position ranging from $50-$55k/Annually. Base hours are Mon-Fri 8:00am-4:30p. Apply today! About Paws With A Cause Paws With A Cause® (PAWS) exists to create opportunities to live with dignity, companionship and confidence. We do our best work by embodying our core values: adaptability, dedication, innovation, optimism, and gratitude. Mission To transform lives and strengthen communities through partnerships with custom-trained working dogs. Position Summary The Corporate Relations & Events Specialist plays a critical role in advancing PAWS’ ambitious fundraising goals through the seamless execution of a variety of events and the strategic cultivation of corporate partnerships. This position requires a highly organized, detail-oriented professional who takes initiative, manages multiple priorities with precision, and consistently meets deadlines. Success in this role depends on the ability to anticipate needs, execute thoughtfully, and steward relationships in creative and meaningful ways.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in nonprofit management, event management, communications, or related field (or equivalent experience)
Minimum of 1-3 years of experience in fundraising, events, and/or corporate relations
Experience working with donor databases (Raiser’s Edge preferred)
Proven experience engaging volunteers, donors, or corporate partners
Exceptional attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy and follow-through
Strong organizational and project management abilities
Deadline-driven mindset, with proven ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously
Creative and thoughtful stewardship approach, with an eye toward relationship building and donor experience
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Must be able to work occasional evening and weekend work events

Responsibilities

Lead the planning and execution of three signature fundraising events, ensuring every detail—from concept to follow up—is thoughtful, managed and aligned with revenue goals.
Lead sponsorship development by identifying, cultivating, and directly soliciting corporate partners for event and organization support.
Build and manage a portfolio of corporate partners with a focus on long-term relationship growth and retention.
Identify and manage third party fundraising efforts, ensuring strong participation and a seamless donor experience.
Lead community-based tabling opportunities to create visibility and build relationships in the greater community.
Serve as a staff liaison to key volunteer committees, supporting engagement and productivity.
Collaborate with staff members on volunteer engagement opportunities for corporate partners, ensuring a polished and mission-centered experience.
Partner closely with the communications team to align messaging, marketing, and outreach strategies.
Identify opportunities to elevate events through innovation, creativity, and improved processes.
Contribute to broader Advancement team initiatives as needed.