Convention Services Manager
3 days ago
Atlantic City
Job Description Summary of Position A Convention Services Manager is responsible for coordinating and managing all aspects of group events, conferences, and conventions within Showboat. Act as the primary liaison between clients and internal departments to ensure seamless event execution and high customer satisfaction. Organizational Relationships Reports to: General Manager Supervises: Events Housemen, Bartenders Qualifications and Skills • Strong organizational and multitasking skills, • Excellent communication and client relationship skills, • Attention to detail, • Problem-solving and decision-making, • Time management and prioritization, • Customer service excellence, • Ability to perform under pressure, • Ability to multitask and prioritize and delegate daily workload, • Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management, Event Management, or related field(preferred), • 1-3+ years of experience in event management, convention services or hospitality operations, • Knowledge of event planning/hospitality principles and practices Event Planning & Client Management • Serve as the main point of contact for clients after the sales process through event completion, • Conduct pre-event meetings, site visits, and planning calls to understand client needs and expectations, • Develop detailed event orders (BEOs), timelines, and floor plans, • Manage event logistics including audiovisual, room setup, and special requests, • Collaborate with Sales to transition booked groups into execution phase, • Act as on-site manager during events to ensure smooth operations, • Conduct daily event reviews and adjustments as needed, • Troubleshoot issues quickly and professionally, • Work closely with internal teams to deliver high-quality service, • Provide guidance and direction to event staff Showboat Core Values Demonstrates Showboats core values in the performance of position responsibilities: 1. Friendly Focused – we are committed to creating a fun environment that embraces families and children of all ages., 2. Kindness Focused – we demonstrate kindness in everything we do, seeking to uplift and support all of those around us., 3. Team Spirit – we foster a respectful workplace where team members work together to exceed our guest's expectations., 4. Hearts that Serve – we are driven by a passion to bring joy and happiness to the guests that we serve., 5. Take Ownership – we take full responsibility for our actions and the resulting outcomes, embracing personal accountability. Essential Functions • The ability to attend work predictably and regularly and to be punctual., • The ability to work varies including evenings, weekends, holidays, and extended hours as business operations dictates, • The ability to read and understand documents, drawings, and instructions (whether presented in written, oral, diagram or schedule form)., • The ability to work with mathematical concepts and to apply concepts to practical situations., • The ability to work cooperatively with others., • The ability to deal politely and professionally with customers and coworkers., • The ability to perform several tasks at once., • The ability to follow directions or instruction., • The ability to use a computer to communicate, create, and access information., • The ability to lift and move 50 pounds., • The ability to sit/stand/bend/stretch, etc. Constantly – occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hours/day) Frequently – occupation requires this activity from 33% to 66% of the time (2.5 – 5.5 hours/day) Occasionally – occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 – 2.5 hrs/day) Not Applicable – activity is not applicable to this occupation. Physical Demands Stand Constantly X Frequently Occasionally Not Applicable Walk Constantly X Frequently Occasionally Not Applicable Sit Constantly X Frequently Occasionally Not Applicable Handling/Fingering Constantly X Frequently Occasionally Not Applicable Reach Outward Constantly X Frequently Occasionally Not Applicable Reach Above Shoulder Constantly X Frequently Occasionally Not Applicable Climb Constantly Frequently X Occasionally Not Applicable Crawl Constantly Frequently X Occasionally Not Applicable Squat or Kneel Constantly X Frequently Occasionally Not Applicable Bend Constantly X Frequently Occasionally Not Applicable Lift/Carry 10 lbs. or less Constantly X Frequently Occasionally Not Applicable 11 to 20 lbs. Constantly X Frequently Occasionally Not Applicable 21 to 50 lbs. Constantly X Frequently Occasionally Not Applicable 51 to 100 lbs. Constantly Frequently Occasionally X Not Applicable Over 100 lbs. Constantly Frequently Occasionally X Not Applicable Push/Pull 12 lbs. or less Constantly X Frequently Occasionally Not Applicable 13 to 25 lbs. Constantly X Frequently Occasionally Not Applicable 26 to 40 lbs. Constantly X Frequently Occasionally Not Applicable 41 to 100 lbs. Constantly Frequently X Occasionally Not Applicable Environmental Factors Extreme Cold (non-weather) Constantly X Frequently Occasionally Not Applicable Extreme Heat (non-weather) Constantly X Frequently Occasionally Not Applicable Loud Noise Level Constantly X Frequently Occasionally Not Applicable Other Ability to Read X Constantly Frequently Occasionally Not Applicable Ability to Speak English X Constantly Frequently Occasionally Not Applicable