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. 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.

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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

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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 (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

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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…