OPT Conference Services Manager Jobs
Conference Services Manager jobs are a strong OPT match for hospitality, tourism, and event management graduates. You'll coordinate meetings, conventions, and banquets for hotels, venues, or universities while your OPT authorization covers full-time employment. STEM OPT extension is not available for this role.
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SUMMARY
Reporting to the Director of Sales & Marketing, this position is responsible for managing conferences and group events contracted through the sales department. The Conference Services Manager details and manages the overall conference functions, ensuring client satisfaction by successfully meeting conference goals.
Responsibilities:
- Completes BEOs for all group banquet functions & meeting rooms.
- Up-sells whenever possible through suggestive selling to the group leader.
- Provides banquet menu information and package information to the guest.
- Assist the banquet staff as required to meet our guests' needs.
- Attends all special familiarization tours and special outings as requested by the Director of Sales.
- Responsible for Food and Beverage forecast of events booked. Maintaining forecast accuracy as the event materializes.
- Proactively identifies operational challenges with the group and works with the hotel staff and customers to solve these challenges and/or develop alternative solutions.
- Required to participate in the Sales office coverage as assigned.
- Performs all other assigned duties to assist in efficient departmental operation.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- 3-4 years previous experience in hotel/conference/hospitality industry
- Previous experience in conferences and events is required
- Knowledge of Windows, Word/Excel
- Experience with OnQ and Delphi preferred
- Associate's degree preferred
- Excellent communication, presentation and listening skills
- Computer skills including Microsoft Office, and database applications required
- Ability to clearly communicate with proper grammar in English with guests/visitors and hotel
- Ability to compute basic mathematical calculations
- Previous training in guest relations preferred
PHYSICAL JOB REQUIREMENTS:
- Carrying, lifting, pushing and/or pulling items
- Frequently standing up and moving around the facility
Hilton Albany is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
In accordance with New York State’s Pay Transparency Law (New York State Labor Law Section 194-b) which requires private employers with four (4) or more employees to include a range of pay for all advertised jobs, promotion, or transfer opportunities.
This position pays $70,000 to $72,000 annually based on experience.
CONFERENCE SERVICES MANAGER
SUMMARY
Reporting to the Director of Sales & Marketing, this position is responsible for managing conferences and group events contracted through the sales department. The Conference Services Manager details and manages the overall conference functions, ensuring client satisfaction by successfully meeting conference goals.
Responsibilities:
- Completes BEOs for all group banquet functions & meeting rooms.
- Up-sells whenever possible through suggestive selling to the group leader.
- Provides banquet menu information and package information to the guest.
- Assist the banquet staff as required to meet our guests' needs.
- Attends all special familiarization tours and special outings as requested by the Director of Sales.
- Responsible for Food and Beverage forecast of events booked. Maintaining forecast accuracy as the event materializes.
- Proactively identifies operational challenges with the group and works with the hotel staff and customers to solve these challenges and/or develop alternative solutions.
- Required to participate in the Sales office coverage as assigned.
- Performs all other assigned duties to assist in efficient departmental operation.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- 3-4 years previous experience in hotel/conference/hospitality industry
- Previous experience in conferences and events is required
- Knowledge of Windows, Word/Excel
- Experience with OnQ and Delphi preferred
- Associate's degree preferred
- Excellent communication, presentation and listening skills
- Computer skills including Microsoft Office, and database applications required
- Ability to clearly communicate with proper grammar in English with guests/visitors and hotel
- Ability to compute basic mathematical calculations
- Previous training in guest relations preferred
PHYSICAL JOB REQUIREMENTS:
- Carrying, lifting, pushing and/or pulling items
- Frequently standing up and moving around the facility
Hilton Albany is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
In accordance with New York State’s Pay Transparency Law (New York State Labor Law Section 194-b) which requires private employers with four (4) or more employees to include a range of pay for all advertised jobs, promotion, or transfer opportunities.
This position pays $70,000 to $72,000 annually based on experience.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Conference Services Manager
Target hotels and convention centers with dedicated events teams
Large hotel brands and standalone convention centers hire Conference Services Managers regularly and have established HR processes for OPT workers. These organizations are far more likely to have prior experience with work authorization documentation than independent venues.
Lead with your degree field, not just your experience
OPT authorization is tied directly to your degree. Emphasize your hospitality, tourism, or event management coursework upfront so hiring managers immediately see why your work authorization is valid for this specific role and not a gray area.
Be transparent about your OPT end date early in the process
Conference Services Manager roles involve long planning cycles and client relationships. Hiring managers want to know you can commit. Raising your timeline proactively, rather than at the offer stage, builds trust and avoids late-stage surprises.
Frame H-1B sponsorship as a low-complexity ask for hospitality employers
Unlike tech roles, Conference Services Manager H-1B visa petitions rarely require specialized legal arguments about specialty occupation. Framing sponsorship as a straightforward administrative step, not a legal risk, reduces employer hesitation during offer discussions.
Prioritize employers with a history of H-1B filings in hospitality
Not all hotels and event companies sponsor visas. Search for employers who have previously filed H-1B petitions for hospitality roles. A company with that track record has the infrastructure and willingness to support your transition beyond OPT.
Use your OPT period to build a client portfolio you can reference later
Concrete outcomes, such as events managed, attendee counts, and client retention, strengthen both your resume and your H-1B petition. Employers and immigration attorneys need documented evidence of your professional contributions when building a sponsorship case.
Conference Services Manager OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a Conference Services Manager on OPT?
Yes, if your degree is in hospitality management, tourism, event management, or a closely related field. OPT authorizes you to work in a role directly related to your major. A Conference Services Manager position at a hotel, convention center, or university typically satisfies that requirement. If your degree is in an unrelated field, the connection becomes harder to justify to USCIS.
Is a STEM OPT extension available for Conference Services Manager roles?
No. Conference Services Manager is a hospitality and events role, not a STEM occupation. Your OPT period is limited to 12 months unless your underlying degree is in a STEM-designated field, which is uncommon for hospitality and event management programs. Plan your job search and employer sponsorship conversations around the 12-month window.
Which employers are most likely to sponsor a Conference Services Manager for an H-1B?
Large hotel chains, major convention centers, and university conference departments are the most likely sponsors. These organizations have dedicated HR teams familiar with work authorization processes and longer planning horizons that make sponsorship investments worthwhile. You can browse Conference Services Manager roles from employers open to OPT candidates on Migrate Mate.
What happens to my OPT if I switch from one Conference Services Manager role to another?
You can change employers on OPT, but the new position must still be directly related to your degree field. You are required to update your SEVIS record through your designated school official within ten days of the change. There is no gap allowed if you have already used your full 12 months, so timing matters when evaluating new offers.
Does a Conference Services Manager role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It can, but it requires careful documentation. USCIS scrutinizes hospitality roles more closely than technical fields because the degree requirement is not always industry-standard. Employers who hire for this role and file H-1B petitions typically need an immigration attorney to document that a bachelor's degree in a specific field is a genuine prerequisite for the position.