Prospective Division of Student Affairs Employees
The Division of Student Affairs consists of over 100 full-time and part-time colleagues committed to student success… and yours! We work together, learn together, and have fun together. This page offers brief information about the advantages of joining our team.
Grand Valley State University offers generous benefits to Executive, Administrative, and Professional (EAP) staff, including:
- Free campus parking
- Free Recreation Center membership ($20/year for partner/spouse)
- Free ridership on The Rapid (Grand Rapids area bus system)
- Free tuition (100% employee waiver; 50% household member waiver)
- 20 days of vacation/year (+ 10 holidays)
- 12% of salary contributed to retirement
- Generous parental leave
- Child adoption reimbursement
- Medical, dental, vision insurance
- Wellness coaching and programs
- Dozens of business discounts
Upcoming DSA Events
M. Hockey D1 vs Davenport
January 16, 2026 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Grand Valley State's D1 Club Hockey team hosts Davenport at 7:30pm.
Men's D3 Hockey vs WMU
January 17, 2026 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Grand Valley's D3 Men's Club Hockey team will host Western Michigan at 7:00 pm.
Women's Ice Hockey Club vs. Eastern
January 18, 2026 3:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Grand Valley State's Women's Ice Hockey Club hosts Eastern Michigan at 3:30pm. Click here for additional information
Intro to Indoor Climbing
January 19, 2026 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
For GVSU students and staff who would like a more formal and private introduction to the equipment and techniques involved in indoor rock climbing. This hands-on, small-group workshop will transform...
Top Managed Systems
January 22, 2026 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
This workshop introduces technical climbing systems implemented from the top of a climb such as found with some top-rope settings (e.g. Munising, MI & Devil's Lake, WI) and also in multi-pitch...
Benefits & Wellness
Resources & Professional Development
Benefits are subject to change – see GVSU Human Resources page for accurate and latest information. For more detailed information select the following:
GVSU Amenities:
In addition, we offer numerous opportunities for university sponsored professional development including, for example:
About Grand Rapids
About West Michigan
Located on the banks of the Grand River, Grand Rapids is Michigan’s second largest city and offers world-class experiences with a small-town, friendly vibe. We host the professional minor league teams for the Detroit Tigers, Red Wings, and Pistons and receive top touring music acts and theater. Grand Rapids is the home of a nationally recognized symphony and hosts the state's only professional ballet company.
West Michigan is diverse, vibrant, and fun! We are less than 30 minutes to the beautiful beaches of Lake Michigan, and the area offers many cultural, entertainment, and recreational opportunities.
GVSU named a "Best Place to Work" by Forbes
Grand Valley ranked No. 1 in Michigan by Forbes in its list of America's Best Employers in 2022