Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $63,876.80 - $83,044.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
vision coverage
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Employee health clinic
paid vacation days
Paid holidays
Retirement Plan
Job Description
Discover Denton is the official Destination Marketing Organization (DMO) for Denton, Texas. As a dedicated agency, Discover Denton aims to promote the city as a premier destination for conventions, meetings, trade shows, and other events. It engages in strategic marketing, advertising, and public relations activities to attract and retain business and enhance the profile of Denton in both national and local markets. The organization collaborates with a wide range of stakeholders including local hotels, event venues, restaurants, and attractions to create a seamless experience for visitors. Through these efforts, Discover Denton supports the local economy by driving tourism and business... Show More
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Hospitality Management, Public Relations, Hotel Management, or related field
- Three years' experience in convention sales or related field
- Must have and maintain a valid Class C Driver's License and minimum automobile liability insurance
- Must obtain Texas Class C Driver's License and insurance within 90 days of hire
- Must pass drug test, driver's license check, criminal background check, employment verification, and SSN verification
- Ability to work after normal business hours, special events, and weekends
- Ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 25% of the time
- Ability to handle prolonged sitting, standing, and occasional physical exertion including lifting up to 20 pounds
- Must maintain professional composure under stress and frequent interruptions
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Hospitality Management, Public Relations, Hotel Management, or related field
- Three years of experience in convention sales or related field
- Knowledge of Federal, State, and Local Government laws and regulations
- Proficiency in sales techniques and marketing practices for convention solicitation
- Strong judgment, creativity, and decision-making skills
- Advanced skills in Microsoft Office 365 and other necessary software
- Effective communication skills both oral and written
- Ability to develop innovative programs and content
- Strong interpersonal relationship skills
- Ability to manage stressful situations professionally
- Ability to work both independently and in teams while handling multiple tasks
- Knowledge of contract management for hotels and event centers
Job Duties
- Solicit convention and meeting business through direct presentations and trade show contacts
- Assist in planning travel and trade show calendar and budget
- Generate leads to attract new and repeat convention business
- Research and maintain accounts for future business and manage sales activities
- Create marketing presentations and conduct visits to secure additional business
- Collaborate with hotel staff to meet room night demands and exchange vital information
- Monitor and analyze convention business to improve performance metrics
- Assist with site inspections, client entertaining, and familiarization trips
- Coordinate site inspections and tours for meeting planners
- Establish relationships in industry organizations and promote the City nationally
- Create and maintain reports, correspondences, and bid proposals
- Assist with special projects as needed
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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