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Assistant Marriott Event Planner Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Event Planner

Forest Falls, CA · On-site

$20 - $21/hr

Walks guests through the entire event planning process with detailing that can include, but is not ... May assist with on-site retreat support or operational coordination during guest events as needed.

Event Planner

Forest Falls, CA · On-site

$20 - $21/hr

Walks guests through the entire event planning process with detailing that can include, but is not ... May assist with on-site retreat support or operational coordination during guest events as needed.

May assist in evaluating vendor services and venues according to industry standards and stakeholder ... Experience in event planning including vendor management or prior experience with event logistics ...

Event Planner

Goleta, CA · On-site

$16.90 - $19.70/hr

Event Coordination * Plan and coordinate multiple events at once including children's birthday ... Educate customer on Voice of Customer (VOC) survey. * Assist with Omni channel processes, including ...

Event Planner

Goleta, CA

$16.90 - $19.70/hr

Event Coordination * Plan and coordinate multiple events at once including children's birthday ... Educate customer on Voice of Customer (VOC) survey. * Assist with Omni channel processes, including ...

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Will also assist procurement with event intake triage, assist with events coordinated by others and ... Coordinate all aspects of assigned events including pre-planning, on-site execution and vendor ...

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How much do assistant marriott event planner jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for assistant marriott event planner in the United States is $20.60, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.59 and $23.56 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Assistant Marriott Event Planner vs Event Coordinator?

AspectAssistant Marriott Event PlannerEvent Coordinator
CredentialsHigh school diploma, hospitality or event planning certification preferredHigh school diploma, relevant experience often preferred
Work EnvironmentHotels, resorts, large event venues, corporate settingsEvent venues, corporate events, weddings, conferences
Employer & IndustryMarriott and similar hotel chains, hospitality industryEvent planning companies, venues, corporate clients
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

The Assistant Marriott Event Planner typically works within hotel settings like Marriott, focusing on supporting event planning and execution. An Event Coordinator may work across various venues and industries, handling a broader range of events. Both roles require similar credentials and are often compared by those seeking careers in hospitality and event planning.

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Infographic showing various Assistant Marriott Event Planner job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $42,843 per year, or $20.6 per hour.

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Service Corporation International rating

6.6

Company rating: 6.6 out of 10

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5th of 9 rated funeral services


Job description

Our associates celebrate lives. We celebrate our associates.

This position offers the opportunity to help families and friends through one of the most difficult times in their lives. This individual contributor role is responsible for providing assistance with event planning and reporting of Celebration of Life personalized services designed to create a meaningful remembrance that reflects the life and passions of the families’ loved ones. This includes reserving special rooms, food, and creating mementos. Effective communication skills and attention to detail is required to stay on schedule with daily tasks.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES 

Event Planning Framework

  • Work with locations’ leaders to schedule staff training for events and packages
  • Assist Manager with training documents and presentations
  • Work with location staff to ensure sufficient inventory of event items and products
  • Maintain list of local and online vendors to accommodate personalized service needs

Event Coordination    

  • Retrieve and maintain personalized order forms for celebration packages
  • Maintain a sense of empathy and support when communicating with families
  • Create checklists of contents, items and music needed for services
  • With Manager approval, purchase recommended decor for services
  • May be required to retrieve inventory displays and other items needed from storage
  • Communicate with location staff scheduling for set up of events and breakdowns
  • In compliance with company policies and guidelines, manage and file all pre and post forms and documentation in a timely manner
  • This is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the essential functions or duties related to this job

MINIMUM Requirements

Education

  • High school diploma or equivalent required
  • Associate Degree in hospitality preferred but not required

Certifications/Licenses

  • Valid state driver’s license in good standing

Experience

  • Two years of hospitality or event planning work experience including assisting with souring, revenue and expenditure tracking
  • One year funeral industry experience preferred but not required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Exemplary organizational skills
  • Ability for a high level of creativity and design techniques
  • Effective communication skills, both written and oral
  • Intermediate Excel and other MS Office Suite skills
  • Strong work ethic
  • Ability to adapt to competing deadlines
  • Effective and empathetic communication skills

Work CONDITIONS

Work Environment
  • Work mostly indoors during all seasons and weather conditions
  • Limited amount of local and/or multiple location traveling required
  • Comply with Field dress code policy
Work Postures
  • Sitting continuously for many hours per day, up to 6 hours per day
  • Climbing stairs to access buildings when needed
Physical Demands
  • Physical effort requiring manual dexterity is required, includes paperwork, calculators, computers and phone usage
  • Lifting up to 25 pounds
  • Occasional walking, kneeling and reaching
Work Hours
  • May be required to work beyond “standard” business hours
  • Limited travel
Postal Code: 33458Category (Portal Searching): Administration and ClericalJob Location: US-FL - Jupiter

Company Description

We are proud to be North America's leading provider of funeral, cremation and cemetery services.

Our nearly 25,000 associates are driven by our guiding purpose to compassionately support families during their most difficult times, celebrate the significance of life and preserve memories that transcend generations.

We’ve created a culture of Service Excellence to our families and to each other. It’s the reason more than 600,000 families turn to us each year to care for their loved ones.


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