What are the responsibilities and job description for the Executive Administrative Assistant position at The Higgins Hotel & Conference Center, Curio Collection by Hilton?
Property Description
The Higgins Hotel, located in the heart of New Orleans, is seeking exceptional individuals to join our team! As a job applicant, you'll have the opportunity to work in a historic, luxury hotel that offers unparalleled service and a unique guest experience. With positions available in front desk, food and beverage, housekeeping, event planning, and more, there are abundant opportunities for career growth and advancement. Our hotel features sophisticated design, modern amenities, and a vibrant atmosphere, creating an exciting work environment. As a member of The Higgins Hotel team, you'll have the chance to provide exceptional service to our guests, work in a culturally rich city, and be a part of a renowned hotel brand. Join us in delivering legendary hospitality and become a valued member of our team at The Higgins Hotel!
Overview
Are you a highly organized and detail-oriented administrative professional with a passion for providing top-notch support? Join our team as an Executive Administrative Assistant and play a pivotal role in supporting our executive team. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, where your skills and expertise will contribute to the success of our organization.
As an Executive Administrative Assistant, you will be responsible for providing administrative support to the General Manager and Director of Operations, including managing calendars, coordinating meetings and events, and handling various administrative tasks to ensure smooth operations. Your proactive approach, strong communication skills, and ability to prioritize and multitask will be essential in supporting our executives and maintaining efficient workflows.
About Our Property
The Higgins Hotel & Conference Center’s name reflects the contributions of the extraordinary entrepreneur, Andrew Higgins, who designed and built over 20,000 boats in New Orleans that were used in every major amphibious assault of World War II.
Conveniently located directly across the street from The National WWII Museum, the hotel offers 230 era-inspired guest rooms and specialty suites, premium amenities, full-service restaurant, lounge, and a rooftop bar, as well as a second-floor conference center with more than 18,000 square feet of meeting and event space.
Qualifications
- Previous experience supporting Executive level required
- High school diploma required, Bachelor’s degree preferred
- Proficient computer skills to include the use of Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint
- Ability to deal with confidential information in a discrete manner
- Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing across all levels of the organization in a clear and concise manner
- Highly developed organizational skills and ability to prioritize
- Excellent problem solving skills
- Independent, highly motivated self-starter
- Highly developed interpersonal skills, ability to maintain a consistently positive, cheerful, helpful attitude and demeanor
- Ability to adapt well to changing priorities and situations without a loss of effectiveness
- Willingness to remain flexible and accessible for communication and consultation
Benefits
Davidson Hospitality Group is an award-winning, full-service hospitality management company overseeing hotels, restaurants, dining and entertainment venues across the US. A trusted partner and preferred operator for Hilton, Hyatt, Kimpton, Marriott, and Margaritaville, Davidson offers a unique entrepreneurial management style and owners’ mentality that provides the individualized personal service of a small company, enhanced by the breadth and depth of skill and experience of a larger company. In keeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value, Davidson is comprised of four highly specialized operating verticals: Davidson Hotels, Pivot, Davidson Resorts and Davidson Restaurant Group.
In keeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value to its owners and team members, Davidson offers a rich benefit program with a variety of benefits designed to enrich the lives and well-being of our team members and their families.
- Multiple Tiers of Medical Coverage
- Dental & Vision Coverage
- 24/7 Teledoc service
- Free Maintenance Medications
- Pet Insurance
- Hotel Discounts
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, bereavement, and Holidays).
- 401K Match
Working at Davidson is like nowhere else. It’s less of a job, more of a calling. It’s part career, part revolution. Because whatever you do here, you play a part in helping redefine the way quality hospitality is delivered to our guests, our clients, our partners, and each other.EOE AA- Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability/Gender Identity/Sexual OrientationDavidson Hospitality is a drug free workplace. Pre-employment drug test and background check required. We participate in E-Verify.
