Recreation Specialist - Venues & Weddings

City of O • O, MO

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About The Position

The City of O'Fallon is hiring a Recreation Specialist focused on venues and weddings to oversee event facilities and help residents celebrate important occasions. The role combines venue management, event coordination, customer service, recreation programming, and facility operations. The specialist manages the daily operations and improvements of O'Day Lodge, O'Day Amphitheater, and Krekel Civic Center, and coordinates reservations for event venues, wedding sites, campsites, pavilions, and community facilities. The specialist serves as a primary contact for wedding couples, event hosts, and renters during planning; conducts facility tours; and helps clients select venues. The role also coordinates event logistics and facility use, manages relationships with City-approved caterers and vendors, helps promote rental opportunities, and ensures facilities are prepared for guests. The anticipated starting rate is $25.98 per hour; the listed salary range is $54,038–$67,579, depending on qualifications and experience (DOQ).

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• One to three years of relevant experience in event coordination, venue operations, recreation, hospitality, or a related field.
• Valid Missouri driver's license or ability to obtain one.
• CPR certification or ability to obtain certification.
• Experience in venue management, wedding coordination, event planning, hospitality, recreation, tourism, or a related field.
• Exceptional customer service and communication skills.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Experience coordinating vendors, caterers, and event logistics.
• Ability to build positive relationships with guests, community members, and business partners.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with reservations, scheduling, and event management software.
• Knowledge of budgeting, purchasing, and facility operations.
• Venue reservation experience.
• Certified Parks and Recreation Professional designation.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations and facility improvements at O'Day Lodge, O'Day Amphitheater, and Krekel Civic Center.
• Coordinate and oversee reservations for event venues, wedding sites, campsites, pavilions, and community facilities.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for wedding couples, event hosts, and renters throughout the planning process.
• Conduct facility tours and assist clients with venue selection.
• Coordinate event logistics, schedules, and facility usage.
• Manage relationships with City-approved caterers and event vendors.
• Assist with marketing and promotion of venue rental opportunities and wedding locations.
• Ensure facilities are maintained and prepared to provide exceptional guest experiences.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Employer-paid accident and life insurance.
• Optional HSA with employer contributions.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Pet insurance.
• Identity-theft protection.
• Reward incentives.
• Onsite workout facilities.
• Discounted Renaud Center membership.
• Three weeks of vacation for new hires.
• 11 holidays and one personal holiday.
• Sick leave and extended illness coverage for self or family care.
• Zen and lactation rooms in select facilities.
• Missouri LAGERS L-6 Pension Plan.
• 457(b) retirement plans.
• Tuition reimbursement for continued learning.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED