Description:At Hyatt, we believe our guests select Hyatt because of our caring and attentive associates who are focused on providing efficient service and meaningful experiences.As the Associate Director of Events, the primary focus is the servicing of Group Sales bookings. This position acts as the liaison between Meeting Planners and the hotel at large. Responsibilities include: administering the Sales agreement, detailing all Food, Beverage, and A/V needs, managing room blocks and pick up, billing instructions, and final review. Event Managers also are the on-site contacts and are responsible for the smooth execution of all events.Additionally, the position will support the hiring, training, coaching, and development of Event Planning and Sales Managers as well as other members of the Events team. Preferred candidates will have previous Hyatt experience and the desire to grow toward a Director position.Starting Salary: $95,900Successful candidates will exhibit:· A true desire to satisfy the needs of others in a fast-paced environment.· Refined verbal and written communication skills· Proficiency in general computer knowledge· Candidates should be extremely detail-oriented and organized· A minimum of 3-5 years of hotel event sales/event planning or comparable experience preferredThis is not your typical career opportunity. This is the Hyatt Touch.We offer excellent benefits:· Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance after only 30 days· Free room nights, Discounted and Friends & Family Room Rates· Discounted F&B when staying at Hyatt Hotels· 401(k) Retirement Matching Plan (up to 4%)· Paid Time Off including new child leave!· Highly competitive salaries and incentives· Tuition Reimbursement· Training programs· Complimentary Employee Meals· Employee Stock Purchase Plan· Discounts at various retailers – Apple, AT&T, Verizon, Headspace and many more!Qualifications:At Hyatt, we believe our guests select Hyatt because of our caring and attentive associates who are focused on providing efficient service and meaningful experiences.As the Associate Director of Events, the primary focus is the servicing of Group Sales bookings. This position acts as the liaison between Meeting Planners and the hotel at large. Responsibilities include: administering the Sales agreement, detailing all Food, Beverage, and A/V needs, managing room blocks and pick up, billing instructions, and final review. Event Managers also are the on-site contacts and are responsible for the smooth execution of all events.Additionally, the position will support the hiring, training, coaching, and development of Event Planning and Sales Managers as well as other members of the Events team. Preferred candidates will have previous Hyatt experience and the desire to grow toward a Director position.Starting Salary: $95,900Successful candidates will exhibit:· A true desire to satisfy the needs of others in a fast-paced environment.· Refined verbal and written communication skills· Proficiency in general computer knowledge· Candidates should be extremely detail-oriented and organized· A minimum of 3-5 years of hotel event sales/event planning or comparable experience preferredThis is not your typical career opportunity. This is the Hyatt Touch.We offer excellent benefits:· Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance after only 30 days· Free room nights, Discounted and Friends & Family Room Rates· Discounted F&B when staying at Hyatt Hotels· 401(k) Retirement Matching Plan (up to 4%)· Paid Time Off including new child leave!· Highly competitive salaries and incentives· Tuition Reimbursement· Training programs· Complimentary Employee Meals· Employee Stock Purchase Plan· Discounts at various retailers – Apple, AT&T, Verizon, Headspace and many more!