Description:nnBe part of our team as Event Planning Manager at the Grand Hyatt Indian Wells Resort and Spa. Located in Greater Palm Springs, Grand Hyatt features 531 newly transformed luxury guestrooms, suites, casita-style villas, and two brand new Celebrity Chef food & beverage venues. Set within the perfect backdrop of scenic Indian Wells, this property is a destination favorite as it is positioned to take hospitality to a new level in the destination.nnThe Event Planning Manager's primary focus is servicing Sale bookings. This position acts as the liaison between Meeting Planners and the hotel staff. Responsibilities include: administering the Sales agreement, detailing all Food, Beverage and A/V 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.nnThe salary range for this position is $66,560 - $72,000. This is the pay range for this position that Grand Hyatt Indian Wells reasonably expects to pay. Decisions regarding individual salaries will be based on a number of factors, such as experience and education.nnBenefits:nnHyatt colleagues work in an environment that demands exceptional performance yet reaps great rewards. Hyatt has the best to offer including:nnMedical, Dental, and Vision after 30 days of Full-Time employmentnnPaid holidays, vacation and sick leavennLife Insurance, 401K with Matching, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Employee Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement, Complimentary Employee Meal, Complimentary Parking, Referral BonusesnnFree room nights, Discounted room nights and Friends and Family discounts (subject to waiting periods)nnUnlimited growth potential with Hyatt. Ability to relocate for advancement opportunities in the futurennTeaching hotel where you can learn from some of the best in the businessnnTuition Reimbursement - $1,000 per yearnnHyatt is an Equal Opportunity Employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender IdentitynnQualifications:nnA true desire to satisfy the needs of others in a fast paced environment. Refined verbal and written communication skillsnnA minimum of 1-3 years of hotel event sales/event planning or comparable experience preferrednnMust be proficient in general computer knowledgennCandidates should be extremely detail oriented, organized and be able to handle a fast-paced environmentnnPrefer two years hotel experience or completed Event Management trainee programnnPreferred candidate has completed PSS or equivalent trainingnnPrimary Location: US-CA-Indian WellsnnOrganization: Grand Hyatt Indian Wells Resort and VillasnnPay Basis: YearlynnJob Level: Full-timennJob: Catering/Event PlanningnnReq ID: IND004388nnHyatt is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, disability, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status or any other group protected by law.