Facility Reservation Specialist - East Lansing Parks, Recreation & Arts

Facility Reservation Specialist - East Lansing Parks, Recreation & Arts City of East Lansing - 3.8 East Lansing, MI Job Details Full-time $25.04 - $35.06 an hour 7 hours ago Benefits 457(b) Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance Loan forgiveness Life insurance Qualifications Hospitality Some college Contract management Associate's degree in communications Outdoor work Facilities management Property showing Mid-level Lease or rental agreement management Team management Hospitality Management Contracts Communications 1 year Business Associate's degree Marketing Full Job Description The Facilities Reservation Specialist is an integral team member contributing to the friendly, efficient, and effective delivery of services to the East Lansing community. Responsible for Hannah Community Center reservations, the Facility Reservation Specialist coordinates facility rentals for internal and external customers, communicates with guests about their reservation and setup needs, conducts facility tours, manages contracts and invoices, and supports room and A/V setup as needed. Additional responsibilities may include seasonal reservations for Patriarche Park Pavilion

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Coordinates all details of facility rentals and reservation planning for internal and external customers. Communicates reservation and setup needs to internal and external stakeholders. Conducts facility tours for prospective customers. Manages rental contracts and invoices. Assists in marketing and promoting the facility venues. Assists in arrangement and setups of A/V equipment and rooms, as needed. Supports events for additional Parks and Recreation and Arts divisions as required. Provides general oversight of contract custodial employees, as it pertains to reservations and setup. Performs related work as required. East Lansing, home to Michigan State University, is a dynamic community of nearly 50,000 people with historic neighborhoods and a vibrant downtown, and you will be part of the team that keeps it all running. The City of East Lansing is committed to becoming a fully inclusive place to live, work, visit, and do business. We believe an organization functions at its highest ability when a shared culture that promotes accepting, respecting, and valuing differences that include attributes such as age, income, race, gender, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender expression, sexual identity, ability, language, family circumstances and cultural backgrounds are fostered. We are seeking individuals who share our commitment to equity and inclusion and reflect the community we serve.

WHY SHOULD YOU APPLY?

Competitive salary with annual cost of living increases Retirement programs including a hybrid pension (10% of salary) and 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan $1,000 annual employer contribution to post-employment Health Care Savings Plan. 14 paid holidays and 25 days of paid time off Health coverage $0.00 pre-tax premium co-share and spousal premium, if applicable (or receive a $200 buy-out if you have coverage from another source), with family dental and vision plan premiums fully covered by the City. Life insurance of 2x annual salary with optional supplemental coverage, and Long-term Disability insurance. Flexible Spending Account (FSA) to use pre-tax dollars for out-of-pocket health and daycare expenses. An Employee Assistance Program, offering free confidential counseling and support for employees and families. Qualify for "Public Service Loan Forgiveness" which forgives eligible student loans for borrowers who work at least ten years in public service! An ever-changing work environment! In the dynamic work of Parks, Recreation, & Arts, each day presents new and exciting challenges that keep your work fresh, engaging and stimulating.

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Non-Union Qualifications Associate's degree or 2 Years of College in Hospitality, Communications, or Business; 1 to 3 years of experience in hospitality, facility management, or event planning and coordination. Any equivalent combination of training and/or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be substituted. Ability to obtain SERV Safe Certification is required. Special Requirements This position may be exposed to outdoor environments in possible inclement weather conditions. May be exposed to elevated noise levels. Job Details Category Full-Time Employment Status Open Salary $25.04/ hour to a maximum of $35.06/hour 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday-Friday Evening and weekend hours required as needed. Required to participate in "on- call" schedule. Posted May 13, 2026 9:30 AM Closing Open Until Filled