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Summary

ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR OF EVENTS - PARK HYATT BEAVER CREEK RESORT AND SPA

Step into a pivotal leadership role at Park Hyatt Beaver Creek Resort and Spa, a premier ski-in/ski-out luxury destination nestled in the heart of Beaver Creek Village. Fresh off a multimillion-dollar guestroom transformation, our resort continues to redefine the guest journey through reimagined rooms and suites, elevated culinary experiences, and world-class meeting and event spaces.

As Associate Director of Events, you'll be second-in-command within the Events Department, reporting directly to the Director of Sales, Marketing & Events. You'll drive both sales revenue and operational excellence by cultivating new and repeat business, leading a high-performing team, and ensuring flawless execution of group and social events. This is a unique opportunity to grow into a future Director of Events role while making a lasting impact at one of Hyatt's most iconic mountain resorts.

WHY THIS ROLE IS EXCITING

• Dual Leadership & Sales Focus: Own a personal sales portfolio while also developing and mentoring Event Sales/Planning Managers.
• Transformative Setting: Showcase extraordinary events in a newly reimagined luxury property with expansive indoor and outdoor spaces.
• Career Growth: Gain exposure to ownership interactions, department leadership, and strategic initiatives to prepare for advancement.
• Community & Industry Presence: Represent Park Hyatt Beaver Creek at trade shows, networking events, and community engagements.
• Collaborative Culture: Join a people-first leadership team dedicated to excellence, innovation, and creating extraordinary guest and colleague experiences.

WHAT IS EXPECTED OF ME IN THIS ROLE

• Sales & Revenue Generation
  • Proactively sell group and social events including weddings, galas, and milestone celebrations, with a focus on event spaces, catering, guest rooms, and ancillary hotel services.
  • Conduct site inspections, prepare proposals, negotiate contracts, and close sales to meet and exceed quarterly goals.
  • Leverage Hyatt's proprietary systems (including Envision) to manage accounts, ensure accurate forecasting, and track performance.
  • Represent the resort at client events, trade shows, and industry networking opportunities to expand market reach.
• Event Leadership & Execution
  • Oversee assigned group and social accounts, ensuring flawless execution from planning through final billing.
  • Partner with operations and event planning colleagues to deliver seamless experiences that exceed client expectations.
  • Lead pre-event meetings, group resumes, and daily standups to align execution with client requirements.
  • Partner with Finance to reconcile billing and resolve client concerns in a timely manner.
• Team Development & Department Support
  • Hire, coach, and mentor Event Sales and Planning Managers, fostering professional growth and building a strong pipeline of future leaders.
  • Provide feedback, performance evaluations, and training to drive accountability and service excellence.
  • Lead department meetings and collaborate on hotel-wide initiatives, ensuring alignment with Hyatt's purpose, values, and behaviors.
  • Support the Director of Sales, Marketing & Events in strategic planning and departmental leadership.

The starting salary for this role is $70,600 - $85,000. Actual pay will be commensurate with experience.

WHAT ARE THE ADDITIONAL BENEFITS TO WORKING AT PARK HYATT BEAVER CREEK?

• Competitive salary and incentive eligibility.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, retirement plan, generous PTO, tuition reimbursement, complimentary hotel nights and discounts worldwide, meals, and ski pass or wellness bonus.

HYATT VALUES

Empathy | Integrity | Respect | Inclusion | Experimentation | Wellbeing

All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in hospitality, event management, or related field preferred.
• Minimum 3 years' experience in hotel event sales and/or planning with a track record of exceeding revenue goals.
• Demonstrated success in selling to group and social markets, including weddings and milestone events.
• Strong leadership experience with team management and mentoring responsibilities.
• Exceptional interpersonal, presentation, and negotiation skills.
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities with attention to detail.
• Proficiency in hotel sales systems and Microsoft Office Suite; Hyatt Envision experience preferred.
• CMP certification a plus.
• Flexible schedule with availability for evenings, weekends, and holidays as business demands.
• Hyatt experience preferred.
• Geographic mobility for future Hyatt career growth.