Assistant Director of Event Planning - Gaylord (21141680) (Oxon Hill, MD)

Assistant Director of Event Planning - Gaylord (21141680)

Live Fully at Marriott International 1 Leader in HospitalityAt Marriott International you have the opportunity to grow in your career work with teammates that feel like family and help make our world a better place.Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center located at 201 Waterfront Street Oxon Hill MD 20745 is hiring a Assistant Director of Event Planning. Responsibilities include Leads and directs the Convention Services department. Directs the activities and monitors the performance of the Convention Services leadership team including but not limited to leader performance evaluations departmental and leader goal-setting the development and implementation of the leader training plan career and succession planning. Assists the Director of Convention Services in preparing and administering the Convention Services budget. Assists and directs the management of revenues and the development of new revenue sources. Promotes appropriate communication to all operational departments and assists in problem resolution. Verifies that all operational policies and procedures are maintained throughout the convention services operation. Promotes compliance to all applicable life safety codes and regulations. Promotes profitability of the departments. CANDIDATE PROFILEEducation and Experience Bachelor s degree from an accredited university in Hotel and Restaurant Management Hospitality Business Administration or related major 5 years experience in the event management or related professional area. CORE WORK ACTIVITIESLeading Teams Leads and directs the Convention Services department. Directs the activities and monitors the performance of the Convention Services leadership team including but not limited to leader performance evaluations departmental and leader goal-setting the development and implementation of the leader training plan career and succession planning. Promotes appropriate communication to all operational departments and assist in problem resolution.Managing Operations Verifies that all operational policies and procedures are maintained throughout the convention services operation. Promotes compliance to all applicable life safety codes and regulations. Develops the annual department strategic plan and verifies all areas adhere to the goals and objectives. Assists the Director of Convention Services in preparing and administering the Convention Services budget. Assists and directs the management of revenues and the development of new revenue sources. Promotes successful conference planning. Interacts with the client throughout the planning process and event execution to verify expectations are exceeded. Partners with the Sales team to assist with the sales and turnover process and problem resolution. Fosters all vendor relationships. Monitors commissions conduct quarterly reviews and manage all contractual obligations. Develops the content and maintains the accuracy of the meeting planners information facility guidelines and online meeting tool. Verifies that client and meeting planning satisfaction goals are achieved through the smooth execution of all convention functions and events as measured by post event survey data. Ensuring Exceptional Customer Service Supports and communicates all details of convention events to operating departments and customers. Manages the quality process in areas of customer service and employee satisfaction.Conducting Human Resources Activities Provides constructive coaching and counseling to employees. Directs the development training and mentoring of employees. Demonstrates knowledge of how and when to impose deadlines and delegate tasks. Motivates and provides a work environment in which employees are productive. Listens and responds to employee s needs. Manages group or interpersonal conflict situations. Develops and manages hourly employees. Engages in goal setting and conducts reviews for the Convention Service Managers.Apply now at s jobs.marriott.com marriott jobs 21141680 lang en-usMarriott International is consistently recognized as an employer of choice globally by FORTUNE magazine DiversityInc. and Great Places to Work Institute among others.Chat engage and follow us on social media. Facebook Twitter LinkedIn InstagramVisit marriott.com careers to learn more about our workplace culture and career opportunities. Additional Location(s) National Harbor Maryland Washington District of Columbia Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis such as disability and veteran status or any other basis covered under applicable law.