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Convention Services Manager

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United States , Jackson

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Job Description:

In this role, you will assist in the overall efficient operation of the Convention Services Department. You will be responsible for the efficient and professional coordination of any assigned convention or meeting group.

Job Responsibility:

  • Perform administrative duties relevant to account responsibilities in compliance with corporate guidelines
  • Document and organize detailed requirements of each function
  • Coordinate activities of various departments to service accounts
  • Interview, hire, train, recommend performance evaluations, resolve problems, provide open communication and recommend discipline and/or termination when appropriate
  • Communicate with sales, front office and reservations in order to coordinate and monitor guest room blocks and special reservation needs
  • Assign banquet/meeting rooms set up based on needs of clients
  • Review banquet associates’ work to ensure accuracy
  • Monitor in house group activity providing assistance as needed such as organizing exhibit set up
  • Establish rapport with and entertain meeting planners while promoting hotel facilities and services
  • Conduct walking site inspections throughout property
  • Advise sales staff as to ability to accommodate client demands including phone requirements, fit of available space and materials such as booths
  • Assist sales staff in promoting hotel, developing leads and securing rebookings
  • Plan and conduct pre and post-convention meetings with clients and respective departments
  • Document tracking of group activity
  • Access and input data into a computer system to generate account history reports
  • Communicate both verbally and in writing to provide clear direction to staff
  • Comply with attendance rules and be available to work on a regular basis

Requirements:

  • Must have the ability to communicate in English
  • Self-starting personality with an even disposition
  • Maintain a professional appearance and manner at all times
  • Can communicate well with guests
  • Must be willing to “pitch-in” and help co- workers with their job duties and be a team player
  • Knowledge of lighting and sound equipment and usage
  • Ability to utilize a moderately complex computer system
  • Ability to effectively deal with internal and external customers, some of whom will require high levels of patience, tact and diplomacy to defuse anger, collect accurate information and resolve conflicts
  • Able to lift, grasp, carry and/or push up to 50 pounds
  • Ability to work flexible schedule, as well as being able to work shift standing on feet and walking throughout hotel or sitting for long periods of time
What we offer:
  • Highly competitive wages
  • An exceptional benefit plan for eligible associates & your family members
  • 401K matching program for eligible associates
  • Flexible scheduling
  • Discounts with our Crescent managed properties in North America for you & your family members
  • Hotel Room Discounts at Marriott properties worldwide
  • Free parking
  • Free meals

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
January 15, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
On-site work
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