Convention Services Manager Salary

The purpose of a Convention Services Manager is to plan manage and organizethe in-house detailsfor large group and convention bookings (i.e. guest rooms menus themesset-up etc.).

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Participateinnegotiatingmeetings/functions rooms rates and all related requirements. Ensure maximizationof room and meeting space revenues and profits while delivering aquality guest experience.
• Create and communicateevent resumes. Recommend and implement proceduralchanges and performs as team leader for all hotel department staff participating in the event deliveryprocess.
• Plan upsell and detail the program with the client including: verificationand modification of space requirements times equipment menusdecor.
• Evaluate guest needsand industry competitive set to implement product service and operational changes necessary to ensure guest satisfaction and market dominance.
• Monitorclient satisfaction scoresin staff helpfulness food quality andoverall eventwhileleading byinfluencetoexceed brand benchmarks.
• Maintain a flexible schedule to accommodateclientsneeds before and after events.
• Attends operational and client meetings to communicate event details including: BEOs pre-cons etc.
• Maintains regular attendance is consistently on time and observes prescribed work break and meal periods in compliance with standards.
• Maintains high standards of personal appearance and grooming which include compliance with the dress code.
• Performs any other duties as requested by supervisor.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

DESIRED COMPETENCIES WORK SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

To perform the job successfully an individual should demonstrate the following competencies. Other competencies not listed may be required for specific positions. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skills and/or abilities required.

Associate demonstrates ORGANIZATIONAL SUPPORT

• Associate follows corporate and hotel brand standards.
• Willing to take an unpopular stand if necessary when complying with policies.
• Observes and adheres to safety and security procedures promoting a safe work environment.

Associate demonstrates INITIATIVE

• Seeks out new assignments and assumes additional duties when necessary.

• Identifies areas that would improve the operation and generates suggestions.
• Able to reach effective solutions poses good questions consults helpful resources and does not stop at the first answer he/she comes across.

Associate demonstrates exemplary DEPENDABILITY / RELIABILITY

• Can be relied upon regarding task completion and follow up.
• Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent.

Associate demonstrates ACCOUNTABILITY for their job performance

• Takes ownership of all work performed and communicated.

• Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
• Performs work with little or no supervision; works independently.

Associate demonstrates acceptable PRODUCTIVITY standards

• Organizes resources performs tasks and coordinates with other functions to most effectively and efficiently perform work responsibilities and accomplish objectives on a timely basis.
• Manages assignments and responsibilities without becoming overwhelmed.
• Strives to increase productivity.

Associate demonstrates effective PROBLEM SOLVING

• Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner using intuition and experience to complement data.
• Develops alternative solutions.
• Works well in group problem solving situations.
• Gathers and analyzes information skillfully.

Associate demonstrates WORKPLACE RESPECT to all associates

• Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy and promotes a harassment-free environment.
• Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences.

Associate demonstrates effective ORAL /WRITTEN COMMUNICATION

• Practices attentive and active listening with all employees.
• Actively participates in meetings contributing ideas to improve the company.

Associate demonstrates excellent CUSTOMER SERVICE SKILLS

• Solicits customer feedback to improve service.

• Personally demonstrates a commitment to customer service by anticipating and responding promptly to guest needs.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skills and/or abilities required.

Bachelors degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

QUALIFICATIONS

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions short correspondence and memos. Ability to write advanced correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers clients and other employees of the organization.

Ability to interpret and perform basic computer and POS system functions. Experience with MS Word required Sales Pro experience is highly desirable.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Moderate noise that is typical of an office environment.

Equal Employment Opportunity: Stonebridge is committed to equal employment opportunities. We do not discriminate based on race color religion sex pregnancy national origin ancestry age marital status sexual orientation veteran status physical or mental disability or medical condition. All aspects of employment including recruitment hiring advancement compensation benefits training promotion transfer discipline layoff recall and termination will be conducted without discrimination. Reasonable accommodations will be made for disabled team members.

Resumes and applications for employment will be evaluated based on qualifications and the ability to meet the positions requirements.

All Stonebridge openings are projected to close within 30 days of the original posting date. This position will no longer be available 30 days from:

Stonebridge offers comprehensive benefits including medical dental vision PTO 401(k) matching wellness support life and disability coverage savings accounts tuition aid and travel and lodging perks.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.