Director of Events

Director of Events & Conference Services

Semiahmoo Resort, a Trademark Collection by Wyndham

Let's start off with the most important part-what's in it for you:

The Perks

*Eligibility of perks is dependent upon job status

• Salary Range: $85,000 to $100,000 DOE
• Cellphone Allowance
• Incentive Eligible
• Parking Allowance
• Get Paid Daily (Make any day payday)
• Paid Time off & Holiday Pay (Because Balance Matters)
• Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, 401K
• HSA/FSA Plans -with employer contribution
• Values Based Culture (#OMGLIFE)
• Culture Add (Creating Space for Fresh Perspectives)
• Referral Bonus (Get Paid to Recruit)
• Discounted Lodging, Dining, Spa, Golf, and Retail (Yes, Discounted Travel)
• Employee Assistance Program
• "Columbia Cares" Volunteer Opportunities
• Committee Participation Opportunities (Fun, Philanthropic, Diversity/Equity/Inclusion)
• Task Force Work Opportunities (Grow your career in idyllic locations across the globe)
• Online Learning Platform to Help You Grow
• Third Party Perks (Including discounts on Pet Insurance, Rental Cars, Movie and Concert Tickets, Theme Park and Attractions & so much more)

Our Commitment to you:

"People never forget how you made them feel." Maya Angelou's famous statement serves as a rallying cry throughout Columbia Hospitality and fuels our collective drive - and success.

Our people are our purpose, and our brand is our people. We seek extraordinary individuals who drive our brand promise of Creating Exceptional Experiences. We are a people-first organization, ignited from the inside to succeed on the outside. We are a tight-knit, inclusive, values-driven team and we trust one another to have each other's backs. We show up every day with open hearts, an inclusive mindset, and a genuine respect for those around us. We have fun, grow together, and strive to leave a positive lasting impression on everyone we meet.

What you'll do:

The Brass Tacks

Strategic/Department

• Annually prepares internal prework, partners with Director of Sales on group strategic plans, and departmental revenue and expense budgets.
• Drives vision and purpose through department objectives, revenue driving strategies, and individual goal targets.
• Exceptional leadership skills and emotional intelligence, has the ability to manage through subordinates, and can diffuse and resolve conflict in a practical manner.
• Conducts regular one-on-one meetings and quarterly evaluations with team members.
• Meets and exceeds expectations for department gross revenue and is able to make quick adjustments if targets are not being achieved (examples; guest rooms, banquet, catering, misc. revenues).
• Conducts industry research to understand and implement innovative ideas based on current trends.
• Supports the Director of Sales to accurately produce monthly closing reports, owner's reports, pace analytics, and forecasting reports.
• Possesses proficiency in contractual language and agreements.
• Ensures the department adheres to accounting standards, including deposits, direct billing, and pre-payments.

• Reports weekly achievements of team.

• Reports monthly achievements ensuring financial accuracy across P&L, sales and event platforms, and deposits/accounts receivable.

• Maintains department standards and implements systems, including sales & event platform administration/management.
• Provides overall direction, coordination, and leadership for team members.
• Primary support with negotiations, contractual review, planning and service.
• Upholds departmental standards and implements management systems, including the administration of sales and event platforms.
• Develops and maintains favorable working relationships and open communication with all departments.

Training/Mentoring

• Hires, develops, mentors, and trains department team members to ensure comprehensive competency in all relevant areas and identifying growth potential.

• Develops a monthly department training program.
• Conducts monthly department meetings.
• Implements corrective action and feedback, when necessary, in a respective and constructive manner.
• Implements reward programs.

Individual

• Achieves departmental goals and objectives.
• Maximized efficiencies for time management and productivity.
• Acts as a liaison between the operations department and the client.
• Has a comprehensive knowledge of the operations department.
• Monitors client's satisfaction throughout the planning and execution of event.
• Prepares
• Skilled in client negotiations, closing techniques, and contractual language comprehension.
• Responsible for revenue forecasting.
• Obtains necessary information to ensure efficient event planning, including meeting setups, food and beverage specifications, AV requirements, etc. Provides information to operating departments based on property guidelines.
• Prepares Event Orders, Resumes, Diagrams, and other related documents and distributes to property departments.
• Conducts meetings to review information with other property departments.
• Manages accounts and follow-up with client re-solicitation to capture future repeat business.
• Cultivates and maintains positive working relationships and open communication with all stakeholders.
• Must adhere to Columbia Hospitality Policies and Procedures.

Additional job functions may be assigned based on the property's business needs as determined by the General Manager and Seattle Support Center Leadership.

The Nitty Gritty

• Minimum of 4-6 years of hospitality sales experience, or similar environment.
• Possess extensive knowledge and expertise in sales and/or event management with extensive sales and negotiation skills.
• The ability to solve practical problems when limited information is available.
• Requirement for strong emotional intelligence and critical thinking capabilities.
• Ability to lead and influence managers and large teams while placing a high priority on developing others.
• Anticipates customer needs and provides services that are beyond customer expectations.
• Takes an initiative-taking approach to address issues and avert conflict, resolve practical problems, and conflict resolution with limited standardized solutions.
• Promotes a sense of urgency and establishes and enforces individual accountability in the team. Assumes the responsibility for the outcome of others.
• Working knowledge of applicable laws, codes, and regulations.
• Excellent communication skills, including proficiency in writing contracts, reports, business correspondence, and operations manuals, with the ability to present information effectively and respond to inquiries from team members, managers, clients, guests, or the public.
• Ability to think creatively and develop innovative solutions or approaches.
• Strong personal skills, including time management, information analysis, problem-solving, planning and organizing, decision making, problem solving, and delivery of results.
• Strong interpersonal communication with the ability to identify, understand, and anticipate the emotions, concerns and thoughts of others.
• Strong interpersonal influence skills, including coaching, motivating, delegating, and relationship-building.
• Demonstrates a strong grasp of mathematical operations. Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all applicable units of measure, using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, and percentages.
• Analytical mindset and can utilize mathematical skills to assess data, identify trends, and draw meaningful insights that drive strategy and decision-making.
• Creates strategy and is able to shift with immediacy based on market conditions.
• Technical proficiency in Microsoft Office; Word, PowerPoint, Teams, OneNote, and Excel. Knowledge of hospitality sales platforms a plus.
• Proficiency in conducting client research, gathering relevant information, and staying updated on industry trends and developments.
• Strong financial acumen understanding and creating various financial reports (P&L statement, PACE, budget) with knowledge of dynamic pricing and profitability.
• Strong presentation skills in a clear and effective manner to a variety of stakeholders; owners, leaders, clients, and team members.
• Ability to travel (including air or car, hotel overnight stays, and client entertainment.)
• Onsite FT position.

Where you'll work:
Located on the pristine shores of Semiahmoo Bay and Drayton Harbor, Semiahmoo Resort, Golf, and Spa is located just about 45 minutes south of Vancouver, BC and 90 minutes north of Seattle. With an abundance of outdoor activities, including beachcombing, paddle boarding, kayaking, bird watching, and so much more, you'll never find yourself looking for something to do. Guests can also book tee times at Semiahmoo Golf & Country Club, open year-round. For guests seeking a more relaxing escape, The Spa at Semiahmoo offers a robust menu of wellness treatments featuring organic skincare products.

The Fine Print
Columbia Hospitality, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive environment without regard to age, race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. We strive for excellence in every position within the company and select the most qualified people who embrace our service philosophy and these values.

Accountability | Creativity | Enthusiasm | Honesty | Inclusion | Respect

Columbia Hospitality is a national management and consulting company with more than 25 years of experience in creating hospitality solutions and delivering exceptional experiences. Our portfolio includes award-winning hotels and resorts, premier residential communities, restaurants and bars, private and public golf clubs, conference centers, and distinctive venues. Columbia Hospitality has been consistently recognized as one of the Top Companies to Work for in Washington by Seattle Business Magazine and Puget Sound Business Journal for their commitment to creating a fun, dynamic and nurturing work environment for team members.

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