Group Sales Manager at City of Hampton, VA

About the Department

Step into an exciting role as a Group Sales Manager with the City of Hampton, where your passion for sales and customer service will make a real difference. You'll be at the forefront of bringing conventions and meetings to our dynamic city, using your creativity and strategic thinking to exceed sales goals and drive revenue that directly enhances the quality of life for our residents. This is more than just a job—it's an opportunity to shape the future of Hampton by building strong partnerships and showcasing our city as the perfect destination for events. If you're ready to take the lead, we’d love to have you join our team!

The purpose of the class is to develop convention and meeting business for the City of Hampton through strategically-applied sales tactics, outreach and customer service. The incumbent is charged with meeting and exceeding sales goals in an effort to generate revenue for the City of Hampton that contributes to quality of life services for the City’s residents. The class works under general supervision, independently developing work methods and sequences.

“Join the City of Hampton team! As a proud V3 (Virginia Values Veterans) employer and a designated Military Spouse-Friendly Employer, we are committed to supporting veterans and military spouses. We offer a welcoming and inclusive workplace, recognizing the unique skills and experiences that military families bring.”

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Event Management, Hospitality, Marketing, Communications, Business or a related field of study preferred.
• Requires three (3) years of full-time equivalent experience in demonstrated hotel and/or destination sales performance, preferably with a hotel, attraction, event marketing or destination marketing organization.
• Experience in hospitality industry and/or meetings event field preferred.
• A combination of education and experience may be considered for this position. 
• Thorough knowledge of conference event management required.
• Must possess or obtain the Certified Meetings Professional (CMP) certification when the employee meets the requirements of practical experience and vocational training required.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and must have and maintain a satisfactory driver’s record based on the City of Hampton’s criteria.
• Must successfully pass a background check prior to any offer of employment or promotion.