Veterans Preferred - Event Planning Manager

Military Veterans are Encouraged to Apply.

Situated in the heart of Austin’s 6 th street entertainment district and just a short walk from the State Capital, the Driskill was and is the location to gather for business and social events.

The Event Planning Manager's primary focus is servicing Sales and Wedding bookings. This position acts as the liaison between Meeting Planners and the hotel staff. Responsibilities include : guiding clients through the experience creation journey, creating a culture of care, administering the Sales agreement, all Food, Beverage and event needs, managing room blocks and pick up, billing instructions and final review. Event Planning Managers also are the on-site contacts and are responsible for the smooth execution of all events.

Hyatt / Driskill Colleagues enjoy medical, dental and vision benefits after just 30 days! We also offer a 401K, discounted rooms, paid holidays, sick and vacation time.

Launch a career with Hyatt at the Driskill and open a world of opportunity and career growth!

Qualifications : Qualifications

• The desire to be a visionary event experience creator, satisfy the needs of others, and positively contribute to a team culture of care, support and fun!
• A minimum of 1-3 years of event planning or comparable experience preferred
• Must be proficient in general computer knowledge
• Candidates should be extremely detail oriented, organized and be able to handle a fast paced environment

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.