Top 20 Special events manager Jobs in Lansing, Mi

Project/Event Coordinator
Michigan State University —East Lansing, MI
- $52,540 - $65,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Marketing
- Word processing
- Mid-level
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RHS Facilities Manager II
Michigan State University —East Lansing, MI
- Full-time
- Computer literacy
- Residential
- Driver's License
Sponsorship and Activation Manager
Legends Global —Lansing, MI
- Weekends as needed
- Microsoft Excel
- Sales
- Marketing
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Exhibits and Events Coordinator
National Association of College & University Food Services —East Lansing, MI
- From $50,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Hybrid work
- Mid-level
- Office
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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10d
Professional Aide
Michigan State University —East Lansing, MI
- Temporary
- Word processing
- Office
- Administrative experience
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Department Manager-General Merchandise
Follett Higher Ed Group, LLC —East Lansing, MI
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
- 3 years
Doubletree Lansing - Executive Meeting Manager OEM
Aimbridge Hospitality —Lansing, MI
- Overtime
- Mid-level
- Hotel
- High school diploma or GED
- AD&D insurance
- Disability insurance
Doubletree Lansing - Catering & Convention Services Manager OEM
Aimbridge Hospitality —Lansing, MI
- Full-time
- Sales
- Mid-level
- Hotel
- AD&D insurance
- Disability insurance
Sales and Marketing Manager
Haslett Pointe Senior Living —Haslett, MI
- Online Application
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
- 16+ years old
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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13d
Account Manager
Imperial Beverage —Lansing, MI
- $50,000 - $60,000 a year
- Online Application
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- 21 years or older
- Paid parental leave
- Health savings account
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Brody PM Dining Services Assistant Manager
Michigan State University —East Lansing, MI
- Full-time
- Sanitation
- Mid-level
- Residential
1d
General Manager
Smoothie King —Lansing, MI
- Weekends as needed
- Microsoft Word
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Event Team Member-1
Michaels Stores —Lansing, MI
- Part-time
- Merchandising
- Experience working with children
- Organizational skills
- Store discount
- Commuter assistance
12d
Retail Supervisor Full Time
Product Connections —Lansing, MI
- $43,888 a year
- Full-time
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
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13d
Visual Merchandising Team Manager - Spartan Bookstore
Follett —East Lansing, MI
- $16.75 - $23.00 an hour
- Full-time
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Paid holidays
- Dental insurance
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14d
Assistant General Manager
Smoothie King —Lansing, MI
- $38,000 - $42,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- ServSafe
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Manager
Subway - 12450-0 —Williamston, MI
- Part-time
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Employee discount
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Holt Little Caesars - Assistant Manager
Little Caesars —Holt, MI
- $15 - $17 an hour
- Part-time
- Mid-level
- Mentoring
- In-person
- Health insurance
- Employee discount
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Project/Event Coordinator

Michigan State University -
East Lansing, MI

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Job Details

Full-time
$52,540 - $65,000 a year
8 days ago

Qualifications

Fiscal management
Web-based survey tools
Word processing
Spreadsheets
Zoom
Digital marketing tools
Digital survey tools
Desktop applications
Microsoft Teams
Project budget management
Productivity software
Video conferences (communication methods)
Budget tracking
Technical Proficiency
Video conferencing systems operation

Full Job Description

East Lansing, Michigan, United States

Office Of Research And Innovation 10059722

Area of Interest: Administrative/Business/Professional

Full Time/Part Time: Full Time (90-100%)

Group: Administrative Professionals- AP

Support Staff

Opening on: Aug 5 2026

Closing at: Aug 18 2026 - 23:55 EDT

52540.00 - 65000.00 Salary Commensurate

Research And Innovation

1150820

Position Summary

The Event Coordinator will support the Office of Research and Innovation (ORI)—including the Communications team, the Office of Postdoctoral Affairs (OPA), and the National Security Initiative (NSI)—in managing and expanding a diverse portfolio of events, including the development of a speaker series. This role requires a creative and detail-oriented professional with strong organizational and time management skills, along with excellent written and verbal communication abilities. The position is responsible for delivering well-coordinated, high-impact events through effective planning, sound fiscal management, health and safety regulatory compliance, and collaborative engagement with internal and external stakeholders, while maintaining a commitment to service excellence and continuous improvement.

This hybrid role requires in-office presence once per week with additional onsite presence requested as needed to support in-person events, including advance preparation and day-of coordination (e.g., producing materials, coordinating logistics, and managing supplies). The Event Coordinator will work closely with the Communications team, ORI leadership, and event committees composed of deans, directors, and faculty, as well as external guests. This position reports directly to the Director of Communications within the Office of Research and Innovation.

Duties and Responsibilities

Event planning and management (50%)

Procure venue space
Coordinate vendor services (e.g., poster easels, signage)
Develop/produce event materials (e.g., nametags, slide decks, rosters)
Coordinate catering services
Coordinate hybrid format/technology/AV needs
Coordinate event photo and video
Develop and oversee registration forms and lists
Coordinate day-of duties (e.g., set-up space, set-up catering, registration table, A/V, photos, wayfinding)
Complete post-event activities (e.g., photo post-production, metrics tracking ana analysis, evaluation summaries, vendor invoices)
Maintain event records, timelines, checklists, and planning documents
Develop recommendations to improve future event processes

Project coordination and stakeholder engagement (15%)

Assist with establishment of event committee (if necessary/requested)
Lead event committee meetings, help establish event agenda, set meeting dates, establish necessary next steps for committee
Coordinate across ORI leadership, faculty, staff, speakers, sponsors and vendors
Track deliverables and deadlines

Communications and digital content (15%)

Develop promotional messaging and materials
Coordinate attendee communications
Distribute presentation materials and recordings
Support event marketing and outreach, including development of event webpages and other digital marketing materials

Online seminar planning and management (20%)

Set up Zoom webinars and registration
Assign presenter and co-host roles as assigned
Provide support during events (monitor chat, Q&A, add links as needed)
Create webinar surveys
Post webinar recordings to event pages and notify registrants when available
Coordinate logistics for paid seminars (track payments, coordinate delivery of materials)

Requirements:

Technical Skills: Proficiency with event management software, digital marketing tools, survey tools, Zoom and Teams, and budget tracking and management.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment:
This position requires moderate physical activity, including prolonged standing and walking, and occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds. Work may take place in a variety of settings, including laboratories, greenhouses, and outdoor environments, and requires good eye-hand coordination. Conditions may be mildly disagreeable at times.

Minimum Requirements

Knowledge equivalent to that which would normally be acquired in a four-year college degree in Public Relations, Communications, Business or in Event Management; one to three years of related and progressively more responsible and expansive work experience in a field related to events management and project coordination; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Requires experience in word processing, database, spreadsheet, desktop publishing and/or presentation software.

Desired Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in communications, event management, public relations, marketing, public administration, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience; Four to five years of experience in event management.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Application Materials

Please submit a resume cover letter with your application.

Work Hours

STANDARD 8-5

Website

https://research.msu.edu/

Summary of Physical Demands

Occasional lifting of 26 to 50 pounds. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Bidding eligibility ends August 11, 2026, 11:55 PM

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