Events | Administrative Assistant

Events | Administrative Assistant ($28.60/hour)

US - WA - Seattle

Administrative

Hourly/Entry Level Employee

Full-time

28.60 Hourly US Dollar (USD) pay basis

Join us for an incredible opportunity to be a part of our Area Event Planning Team as our Events Administrative Assistant
. The Events Administrative Assistant will support our multi-property cluster collective comprised of Hyatt at Olive 8, Hyatt Regency Seattle, and Grand Hyatt Seattle. This position provides a fantastic opportunity to immerse yourself in the heart of Hyatt Event Planning support!

As a Great Place to Work in the U.S. for thirteen years running, Hyatt is an award-winning culture where you can bring your whole self to work every day, coupled with benefits that empower you to defy expectations and seek excellence.

The Administrative Assistant must be a highly motivated individual responsible for providing administrative support to a team of Event Sales & Event Planning Managers, eager and ready to accept additional responsibilities when needed. The ideal candidate has a friendly demeanor, the ability to learn new computer programs, can multitask and complete projects in a timely manner. This person should demonstrate exceptional customer service and problem solving skills.

Additionally, when additional floor coverage is needed, the Events Administrative Assistant may also assist as a liaison between our Meeting Planners, Events team, and Operations teams, as a Meeting Concierge.

The hourly rate range for this position is $28.60/hour to $30.19/hour. This position also has an established rate for colleagues who have remained in this position with Hyatt for four years or more, which is currently offered at $30.19/hour.

• Medical insurance for you and your dependents for less than $125 per month, after 30 days of employment
• 401(k) & Retirement Savings Plan (RSP)
• Basic Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• New Child Leave & Adoption Assistance
• 10 days (80 hours) earned upon completing 1-4 years of service
• 15 days (120 hours) earned upon completing 5-9 years of service
• 20 days (160 hours) earned upon completing 10+ years of service
• 2 Floating Holidays per year
• 6 Paid Holidays per year
• Compassionate Leave
• Jury Duty Leave
• Seattle Paid Sick & Safe Time
• Extended Illness Days – unused sick and safe time in excess of 72 hours converted to Extended Illness Days at the end of each calendar year
• Employee Assistance Program
• Free Uniforms and Cleaning of your Uniform
• Discounted parking
• Discounted Rooms at any participating Hyatt location starting on your first day of employment
• Up to 12 complimentary rooms at any participating Hyatt location after 90 days of service
• Tuition Reimbursement
• ORCA Pass subsidy

• Hospitality and/or events experience preferred
• A true desire to satisfy the needs of others in a fast-paced environment
• Professional verbal and written communication skills
• Detail Oriented
• Proficient knowledge of computer applications

All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.