Career Opportunities

East Lansing is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. 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 is fostered. We are seeking individuals who share our commitment to equity, inclusion and reflects the community we serve.

Part-Time Employment

Ceramics Instructor - Wheel-Thrown Pottery

Posted November 15, 2023 8:30 AM | Open Until Filled

• Prior experience in teaching methods and practices of ceramics • Extensive knowledge of clay and clay preparation • Knowledge of wheel thrown pottery... Full Description

Fitness Instructor - Department of Parks, Recreation & Arts

Posted April 18, 2022 2:00 PM | Open Until Filled

The qualified candidate must have a passion for health and wellness and the ability to convey that to fitness clients. Minimum one-year experience teaching and... Full Description

Jail Service Officer - Part Time

Posted January 9, 2023 9:00 AM | Open Until Filled

Responsible for the processing, safety, and security of persons who have been detained in the East Lansing jail since they have been arrested; are awaiting trial; or who have... Full Description

P.A.C.E. Officer - Part Time

Posted January 9, 2023 9:00 AM | Open Until Filled

Enforces parking regulations and select City Nuisance Violations, taking appropriate measures to correct the situation and issue citations accordingly. Patrol areas regularly... Full Description

Parking Ambassadors

Posted November 14, 2023 10:15 AM | Open Until Filled

Parking Ambassadors assist in the coordination of activities and operations within the Parking Division including: Providing excellent customer service; Overseeing city... Full Description

Police Cadet

Posted September 11, 2023 9:00 AM | Open Until Filled

Performs a variety of assignments to assist East Lansing police officers and department activities at the police desk. Answers non-emergency phone calls and either assists or... Full Description

Summer Solstice Jazz Festival Assistant

Posted November 29, 2023 11:00 AM | Open Until Filled

The City of East Lansing seeks qualified candidates for the position of Summer Solstice Jazz Festival (SSJF) Assistant. The SSJF Assistant will assist in the production and... Full Description

Seasonal Employment

Adult School Crossing Guard

Posted January 9, 2023 8:00 AM | Open Until Filled

Adult School Crossing Guards provide safe crossings for school children at designated crosswalks within the City of East Lansing. Performs Crossing Guard duties, as... Full Description

Buddy Basketball Head Coach

Posted October 5, 2023 9:00 AM | Open Until Filled

The Parks, Recreation and Arts Department is seeking a head coach for the Buddy Basketball Program for youth (kindergarten-1st grade). JOB SUMMARY: Serve as a... Full Description

Internship - City Manager's Office

Posted October 26, 2023 8:30 AM | Open Until Filled

This internship is provided through the City Manager of East Lansing. Responsibilities range from policy research and drafting, event management, data collection, and... Full Description

Judicial Law Clerk - 54B District Court

Posted July 25, 2022 8:00 AM | Open Until Filled

The 54B District Court is seeking a Judicial Law Clerk. Duties include performing legal research, drafting memos, and law clerk duties related to the office. Duties also... Full Description