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
• Hourly Pay Range: $26.00-$30.00 DOE
• 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)

The Brass Tacks

• Performs administrative functions, organizing calendars and department meetings, reading/routing incoming mail/calls, drafting routine correspondence; designs and maintains organization systems.
• Answers all sales related telephone calls, take clear/concise messages, provides information, and/or directs call to appropriate team member.
• Manages all inbound RFP’s assigning them to the appropriate sales contact, and lead reporting.
• Prepares/distributes events reports, including the group resume and EO packet.
• Assists with preparing e-proposals, sales agreements, presentations, and other related documents for the Sales team and General Manager.
• Handles deposits, maintains accurate record of receipt, recording in appropriate platforms, and ensures delivery to accounts receivable.
• Develops and maintains favorable working relationships and open communication with all departments.
• Responsible for definite agreement process, including turnover from sales to events.
• Process sales department invoices and expenses: maintain digital files, handoff to accounting, organize and track as needed.
• Responsible for assisting managers during execution of events.
• Responsible for answering external calls and calendar management for the General Manager.
• Assist with special projects and completing ad hoc assignments as needed as necessary.
• Conducts site inspections as directed.
• Coordinates proactive sales appointments as directed.
• Assists and accompanies Sales Managers on sales blitzes and sales calls.
• Proactively solicits accounts as directed.
• 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

• A university degree in marketing or business-related discipline with at least one year of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• General knowledge of marketing tools and techniques, particularly digital marketing.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including:

o. The ability to write, proofread and edit reports, business correspondence, and promotional content.

• Effectively present information and respond to questions from team members, managers, clients, guests and the general public.
• Detail oriented with strong multi-tasking and organizational skills.
• Solid personal management skills, including time management, planning and organizing, and delivery of results.
• Ability to compute discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, and percentages.
• Strong computer literacy in Microsoft Office, especially Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Effective problem solver able to make decisions in routine situations.
• Competency in Adobe Creative Suite preferred, specifically InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop preferred.

Don’t meet every single requirement? At Columbia Hospitality we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles.