The Resort at Squaw Creek, a AAA Four-Diamond resort, is ideally situated at the base of Squaw Valley USA, home of the 1960 Winter Olympics. The Resort at Squaw Creek instills in all of its employees the belief that we are a proud team dedicated to a quality experience for our guests, owners and associates. All members of the Resort at Squaw Creek Team are empowered to provide a quality guest service and an exceptional associate experience.

For all associates, the Resort offers ski pass discounts, free golf play, amenity discounts, national hotel discounts, the diversity of working with people from all over the world, and the ability to work and live in a community of the luxurious mountains of Lake Tahoe where the activities are endless all year round.

JOB OVERVIEW

The Group Sales Manager is responsible for generating conference business from a national market, maximization of sales, development of potential markets and sound administration of assigned responsibilities through sensible delegation and personal attention to detail.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

· Make personal visits, when necessary to target areas and call on Companies and associations located in a specific market or area.

· Book meetings, conferences and social guests from assigned areas.

· Dedicate majority of time to direct telephone sales.

· Rework and maintain old account files and solicit new accounts.

· Respond to all correspondence from assigned areas and trace dates for reworking and follow up.

· Set-up site inspections and follow through.

· Attend trade shows pertinent to assigned areas and attend meetings, seminars and functions through membership in association.

· Perform general office duties and assist other personnel, as required.

· Maintain a constant contact with Corporate and Association meeting planners, maintain membership and contacts in hotel industry associations.

· Maintain a working relationship with departments interacting with convention groups.

· Develop new accounts by being inquisitive of accounts we have for "spin off".

· Stay abreast of industry trends and make recommendations of changes which would affect operations.

· Maintain accurate forecast and recap information.

· Set-up and conduct site inspections for entire property.