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Director of Event Planning

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $108,000.00 - $145,000.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Relocation assistance
bonus eligibility
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Career Development
Employee Discounts

Job Description

Marriott Marquis Houston, located in the heart of Houston, Texas, is a premium hotel renowned for its exceptional hospitality and dynamic event management services. As part of Marriott International, a global leader in the hospitality industry, the Marriott Marquis Houston offers an engaging and vibrant environment where innovative events and memorable guest experiences are the core of everything they do. This location is favored for its prime position and its ability to host everything from large-scale conventions to intimate corporate meetings, making it a centerpiece in Houston's hospitality scene. It is committed to delivering outstanding service, superior amenities, and a... Show More

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED
  • 4 years experience in the event management, food and beverage, sales and marketing, or related professional area
  • 2-year degree from an accredited university in hotel and restaurant management, hospitality, business administration, or related major
  • 2 years experience in the event management, food and beverage, sales and marketing, or related professional area
  • Ability to lead and manage a team
  • Excellent organizational and multitasking skills
  • Strong financial management capabilities
  • Effective communication skills

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED
  • 4 years experience in event management, food and beverage, sales and marketing, or related professional area
  • 2-year degree from an accredited university in Hotel and Restaurant Management, Hospitality, Business Administration, or related major
  • 2 years experience in event management, food and beverage, sales and marketing, or related professional area
  • Experience managing teams and leading events with financial impact
  • Strong customer service and communication skills
  • Ability to develop and implement sales and marketing strategies

Job Duties

  • Assigns all events turned over to the event planning team
  • Oversees for turned opportunities’ function space and group room blocks
  • Communicates and executes departmental and property emergency procedures and ensures staff are trained in safety procedures
  • Leads execution of activities to support the event management strategy
  • Works with direct reports to review scheduled events and troubleshoot potential challenges/conflicts
  • Leads discussions to review event complexity and proactively avoid service challenges and failures
  • Ensures the property is apprised of all groups that will impact property operations

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Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

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