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Please note, this position is located at Stratton Mountain Resort in Stratton Mountain, VT Year RoundAt Stratton, we are a team of people who work extremely hard and take our jobs very seriously, without forgetting how to laugh and have fun. We choose people that display the talent and attitude that exemplify the high level of service our guests expect and deserve. Our vision is to be A BOLD MOUNTAIN COMMUNITY CULTIVATING EXTRAORDINARY EXPERIENCES. BESIDES GETTING PAID TO WORK AT AN INCREDIBLE RESORT, WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?Stratton's team members are rewarded with job experience, opportunities for career advancement and some great lifestyle perks (eligibility based on employee type).Alterra Mountain Company Employee Pass - free lift access & discounts at Alterra resortsFree or discounted multi-resort dependent season passesFree or discounted IKON pass Discounted golf & fitness center membershipsEmployee childcare rates & discounted seasonal programsRetail + F&B discountsFriends & family ticketsOnsite medical clinicMedical, dental, vision, life, disability, EAP, HSAs, & FSAs 401(k) plan with company matchDiscounted tuition planPaid parental leavePaid sick time, FTO, VacationAdditional perks & benefits for year round employeesPOSITION DETAILS:The Group Event Planner will act as the primary liaison between group leaders, guests, and internal departments involved in the execution of their events on resort. These events include but are not limited to weddings, corporate events, and private group functions. The Group Event Planner position is full time, year-round, benefit eligible role that starts at $23.00/hour plus commission.ESSENTIAL DUTIES:Work closely with guests throughout the planning process to coordinate details of an eventOrganize space requirements, times, audio/visual, menus, decorations, activities, and lodging with guests and internal departmentsProject management for special eventsCommunicate with internal staff to ensure quality product and guest satisfactionBe present to oversee proper execution of the eventsRecord all event and group details into DelphiWork with outside vendors and partners connected to groups and eventsHandle billing for each group and eventConduct post event and group reviews and make recommendations for improvementMaintain excellent communication with Sales Managers, Catering Manager, Food and Beverage Director and Director of SalesAdditional duties as assignedQUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS: High School Diploma required, associate or bachelor's degree preferredPrevious experience in Conference Services and Food & Beverage in a hotel environment strongly preferredExcellent verbal and communication skillsExcellent organizational, time management and prioritization skills requiredAbility to work well with diverse groups of peopleAbility to multi-task with paying attention to detailsAbility to work in a fast-paced environmentPassion for superior customer serviceFlexible with work scheduleWeekend and evening availability requiredUnderstanding of resort operationsWorking knowledge of Delphi, Host, Microsoft Outlook a plusPHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONSThis position will be required to work evenings, weekends and holidays.To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. An Equal Opportunity Employer