Salary : $50,271.00 - $55,298.00 Annually Location : Hampton, VA Job Type: Full-Time Permanent Job Number: 08248 Department: CONVENTION AND VISITORS BUREAU Opening Date: 08/22/2024 Closing Date: Continuous Function Step into an exciting role as a Group Sales Manager with the City of Hampton, where your passion for sales and customer service will make a real difference. You'll be at the forefront of bringing conventions and meetings to our dynamic city, using your creativity and strategic thinking to exceed sales goals and drive revenue that directly enhances the quality of life for our residents. This is more than just a job-it's an opportunity to shape the future of Hampton by building strong partnerships and showcasing our city as the perfect destination for events. If you're ready to take the lead, we'd love to have you join our team! The purpose of the class is to develop convention and meeting business for the City of Hampton through strategically-applied sales tactics, outreach and customer service. The incumbent is charged with meeting and exceeding sales goals in an effort to generate revenue for the City of Hampton that contributes to quality of life services for the City's residents. The class works under general supervision, independently developing work methods and sequences. Join the City of Hampton team! As a proud V3 (Virginia Values Veterans) employer and a designated Military Spouse-Friendly Employer, we are committed to supporting veterans and military spouses. We offer a welcoming and inclusive workplace, recognizing the unique skills and experiences that military families bring. Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Event Management, Hospitality, Marketing, Communications, Business or a related field of study preferred.
- Requires three (3) years of full-time equivalent experience in demonstrated hotel and/or destination sales performance, preferably with a hotel, attraction, event marketing or destination marketing organization.
- Experience in hospitality industry and/or meetings event field preferred.
- A combination of education and experience may be considered for this position.
- Thorough knowledge of conference event management required.
- Must possess or obtain the Certified Meetings Professional (CMP) certification when the employee meets the requirements of practical experience and vocational training required.
- Must possess a valid driver's license and must have and maintain a satisfactory driver's record based on the City of Hampton's criteria.
- Must successfully pass a background check prior to any offer of employment or promotion.
Additional Requirements
- The incumbent may be considered essential personnel during City emergency situations or at the direction of the City Manager which may include long hours and unusual schedules.
Click here for a complete job description. Benefits Overview The following plans are available the first of the month following one full calendar month of employment:
- -Health insurance
- -Dental insurance
- -Vision insurance
- -Reimbursement accounts
- Health insurance offered through Optima Health (1-800-###-####). For more information on the provider network and pharmacies, see the The vision plan is offered through EyeMed Vision Care. For more information, see the
- Three dental plans are offered through Delta Dental (Delta Care, Delta Dental PPO, and Delta Dental PPO Plus) 1-800-###-####. For more information, see the
- Employees begin accruing annual and sick leave immediately.
- Other forms of leave include:
- Maternity Leave
- Parental Bonding Leave
- Care for Sick Parent Leave
- Birthday Leave
- Personal day (available every quarter)
The ten paid holidays each year include:
- New Year's Day
- Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
- President's Day
- Memorial Day
- Juneteenth Day
- Independence Day
- Labor Day
- Veterans' Day
- Thanksgiving Day
- Christmas Day
- Employee's birthday
- A tax deferred retirement plan 457 is offered through the ICMA Retirement Corporation. An after-tax retirement plan, Roth IRA, is offered through the ICMA Retirement Corporation (1-800-###-####). For more information, see the
- Group life insurance is offered through the VRS and the carrier is the Minnesota Life Insurance Company. Tax deferred retirement plan 457 is offered through the ICMA Retirement Corporation (1-800-###-####). For more information, see the
- Training and Career Development: The Employee Education Assistance Program (EEAP) encourages employee development through (1) educational programs leading to a degree, (2) skilled craft or trade training leading to a certificate or license and (3) coursework to renew and update skills. Eligibility criteria apply. In addition, the City offers training opportunities in technological, leadership, supervisory, and other areas of government/business knowledge and skill development.
- Medical/Dental and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts are offered on a pre-tax basis in order to reduce the amount of tax the employee pays.
- The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is confidential and personal counseling service for the employee and their immediate family (757-###-####, 1-800-###-#### or
- Direct deposit into most banks is a convenient finance feature. Savings bonds are available to the City's workforce.
- Employees are covered for Workers' Compensation where appropriate.
01 Do you have a Bachelor's degree in Event Management, Marketing, Communications, Business or a related field of study?
02 Which of the options below best describes your experience in demonstrated destination sales performance with a hotel, attraction, event marketing or destination marketing organization?
- No experience
- Less than a year of experience
- 1-2 years of experience
- 3-4 years of experience
- 5 or more years of experience
03 I understand if I am selected for this position I must possess or obtain the Certified Meetings Professional (CMO) certification when the requirements of practical experience and vocational training are met.
04 I have experience in the hospitality industry and/or meetings event field.
05 I understand that if selected for this position, I must successfully pass a criminal background check prior to any offer of employment or promotion.
06 This position requires that you possess a valid driver's license and have and maintain a satisfactory driving record based on the City of Hampton's criteria. Failure to provide your driver's license number will prevent us from considering your application. Please confirm your driver's license number by entering it below: Required Question