Hotel Sales Professional

Posting Number : S14362P

Working Title :

Hotel Sales Professional

Department :

PSO-Cont Ed-Event Management

About the University of Georgia :

Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state’s flagship university (https : / / www.uga.edu / ) . The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.

About the College / Unit / Department :

The University of Georgia Center for Continuing Education & Hotel is hiring motivated, dependable, and team-orientated individuals for jobs that advance UGA’s mission of Public Service and Outreach. The Georgia Center, located on campus across from Stegeman Coliseum, is the campus hub for the development and administration of non-credit professional and continuing education courses as well as home of the only on-campus hotel.

College / Unit / Department website :

http : / / www.georgiacenter.uga.edu /

Posting Type : External

Retirement Plan : TRS or ORP

Employment Type : Employee

Benefits Eligibility :

Benefits Eligible

Full / Part time : Full Time

Additional Schedule Information :

Ability to work occasional nights and weekends (thus beyond the norm of Mon-Friday 8-5)

to execute food and beverage event functions.

Advertised Salary :

$45,000 - $52,000 (Commensurate with Experience)

Posting Date : 11 / 10 / 2025

Open until filled : Yes

Proposed Starting Date :

12 / 01 / 2025

Location of Vacancy :

Athens Area

EEO Policy Statement :

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ( hrweb@uga.edu ).

USG Core Values Statement :

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https : / / www.usg.edu / policymanual / section8 / C224 / #p8.2.18_personnel_conduct .

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https : / / www.usg.edu / policymanual / section6 / C2653 .

Classification Title :

Sales Professional I

FLSA : Exempt

FTE : 1.00

Minimum Qualifications :

Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications :

• Food and Beverage managerial experience (preference given to those with hotel or conference center sales and / or meeting planning experience).

Position Summary :

This position is responsible for driving hotel room sales and managing the full lifecycle of sales and event execution at the Georgia Center for Continuing Education & Hotel. With primary focus on account management, proactive prospecting, lead generation, and seamless coordination, the Hotel Sales Professional cultivates new revenue opportunities, maximizes existing relationships, and enhances the Georgia Center’s market presence. This role requires strong expertise in sales and customer service, overseeing every stage of the lifecycle from prospecting and proposal development to execution and post-event follow-up. The position will work closely with both sales and hotel operations teams to ensure consistency, quality, and exceptional guest satisfaction.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and / or Competencies :

Physical Demands :

Is driving a responsibility of this position? :

Yes

Is this a Position of Trust? :

Yes

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? :

Yes

Does this position require a P-Card? :

No

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? :

No

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? :

No

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) :

No

Credit and P-Card policy :

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website .

Background Investigation Policy :

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website .

Duties / Responsibilities :

Percentage of time : 30

Duties / Responsibilities :

Percentage of time : 30

Duties / Responsibilities :

Percentage of time : 30

Duties / Responsibilities :

Percentage of time : 30

Contact Details :

For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.

Recruitment Contact Name :

Leta Salazar

Recruitment Contact Email :

leta.salazar@uga.edu