Job Abstract

The Associate Director will work directly with Group Meeting Planners during the event planning phase and will be available to welcome the groups during planning site tours, pre- convention meetings and as they are arriving at the hotel for their meetings and events. This individual is also responsible for the training, coaching and development of Event Sales Managers, Event Planning Managers and Administrative Assistants. This includes but is not limited to their Selling, Planning and Servicing process and supports the Sales team alongside the Director of Sales, Events and Marketing. This individual will work closely with the Event Food & Beverage Department, Audio Visual Team and Hotel Operations making sure all client details are being communicated to the hotel for fulfillment.

Must be proficient in general computer knowledge, managing key-operating systems and able to monitor referrals, setting traces and profiling accounts. Excellent leadership, communication and organizational skills of utmost importance.

· A true desire to satisfy the needs of others in a fast-paced environment

· Refined verbal and written communication skills

· Must be proficient in general computer knowledge

· 3 years in Hotel Event Sales and/or Event Planning

· CMP Certified preferred

· Has completed General Sales training modules

· Geographically mobile (minimal travel required)

· Shows leadership throughout the hotel

· Passionate about the Hotel Event experiences

· Assists in the absence of the Director of Sales, Events & Marketing