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Leads and directs the Convention Services department at the Gaylord Pacific Resort & Convention Center. Responsible for departmental leadership, operations, customer service, and human resources activities to ensure successful event execution and profitability.
Job Responsibility:
Leads and directs the Convention Services department
Directs the activities and monitors the performance of the Convention Services leadership team
Assists the Director of Convention Services in preparing and administering the Convention Services budget
Assists and directs the management of revenues and the development of new revenue sources
Promotes appropriate communication to all operational departments and assists in problem resolution
Verifies that all operational policies and procedures are maintained throughout the convention services operation
Promotes compliance to all applicable life safety codes and regulations
Promotes profitability of the departments
Develops the annual department strategic plan and verifies all areas adhere to the goals and objectives
Promotes successful conference planning
Interacts with the client throughout the planning process and event execution to verify expectations are exceeded
Partners with the Sales team to assist with the sales and turnover process and problem resolution
Fosters all vendor relationships
Develops the content and maintains the accuracy of the meeting planners’ information, facility guidelines and online meeting tool
Verifies that client and meeting planning satisfaction goals are achieved
Supports and communicates all details of convention events to operating departments and customers
Manages the quality process in areas of customer service and employee satisfaction
Provides constructive coaching and counseling to employees
Directs the development, training, and mentoring of employees
Demonstrates knowledge of how and when to impose deadlines and delegate tasks
Motivates and provides a work environment in which employees are productive
Listens and responds to employee's needs
Manages group or interpersonal conflict situations
Develops and manages hourly employees
Engages in goal setting and conducts reviews for the Convention Service Managers
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in Hotel and Restaurant Management, Hospitality, Business Administration, or related major
5 years’ experience in the event management or related professional area