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Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Salary
Range $70,900.00 - $145,200.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Paid holidays
employee wellness program
Job Description
The Luskin Conference Center is a prestigious venue located at 425 Westwood Plaza, dedicated to providing exceptional meeting and event services. As part of a renowned university system, the center is widely recognized for its state-of-the-art facilities and commitment to excellence in hospitality and conference management. The Luskin Conference Center hosts a diverse range of events including corporate meetings, academic conferences, social gatherings, and community events, making it a central hub for professional and social engagement within the region. The center prides itself on its collaborative approach, high standards of service, and the ability to cater to the unique needs... Show More
Job Requirements
- background check
- live scan background check
- age requirement of 18 years or older
- driving record subject to California DMV Pull Notice System
- must carry a university cell phone
- occasional attendance at offsite conferences and meetings
- evening, weekend, and holiday work as business dictates
- drive university vehicles such as electric carts for meetings and site inspections
- 5% domestic travel
Job Qualifications
- 3+ years experience as a hotel group sales manager
- ability to close sales and negotiate high-dollar-value financial contracts
- working knowledge of catering and conferencing business including menu planning, current trends in food and entertaining, basic room setups and capacities, and audio-visual equipment
- analytical skills sufficient to contribute to marketing and sales plans
- accounting and math skills sufficient to prepare cost estimates, proposals, and billing explanations
- experience maintaining high productivity within a broad scope of responsibility despite interruptions
- highly developed interpersonal communication skills including political acumen and social perceptiveness
- ability to give clear directives and use independent, rational judgment when making decisions and managing events
- proficient skill using standard business software such as Microsoft Office Suite and hospitality sales software such as Delphi
- excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively communicate with diverse populations with competing priorities
- skill in writing grammatically correct business English such as conference proposals, memos, and other correspondence
- sufficient knowledge of university accounting forms and procedures (preferred)
- working knowledge of the policies and procedures of Housing and Hospitality operational units such as Food and Beverage department (preferred)
Job Duties
- Identify new business partnerships to secure revenue streams for the Luskin Conference Center
- manage external vendors and affinity partners including contract development, event timelines, and media selection
- establish group sales performance goals and collaborate with senior corporate, business, and community leaders
- develop opportunities for key relationships to maximize event sales and revenue-generating programs
- ensure effective relationships and open communications with external colleagues
- coordinate revenue generation, marketing plans, and strategic placement of communications
- present and negotiate rates with clients
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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