Description

Summary

Join us for an incredible opportunity to support our Maintenance Team as our Temporary Administrative Assistant at the Hyatt Regency Seattle!

As a Great Place to Work in the U.S. for thirteen years running, Hyatt is an award-winning culture where you can bring your whole self to work every day, coupled with benefits that empower you to defy expectations and seek excellence.

The Administrative Assistant provides comprehensive administrative support to the Hotel Maintenance Department. While based out of the Hyatt Regency Seattle, this position provides a unique opportunity to support three unique brands in downtown Seattle: Hyatt Regency Seattle, Grand Hyatt Seattle, and Hyatt at Olive 8.

This role is responsible for coordinating departmental administrative functions, processing purchase orders and invoices, maintaining financial records, administering service contracts, supporting capital expenditure projects, and ensuring accurate documentation and reporting. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced hospitality environment.

This is a temporary role, expected to conclude in approximately six (6) months from the date of hire. Based on business needs, performance, and mutual agreement between the colleague and the Maintenance team, the assignment has the possibility (but not guaranteed) to be extended beyond the initial term.

The hourly rate range for this position is $29.30/hour to $29.89/hour. The starting rate for this position is $29.30/hour. This position also has an established rate for colleagues who have remained in this position with Hyatt for four years or more in a Full-Time non-seasonal status, which is currently offered at $29.89/hour.

As a colleague, we have you covered with awesome benefits and perks!

Benefits
• Medical insurance for you and your dependents for less than $125 per month, after 30 days of employment
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• 401(k) & Retirement Savings Plan (RSP)
• Basic Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• New Child Leave & Adoption Assistance
• Paid Time Off (for full time colleagues)

• 10 days (80 hours) earned vacation per year upon completing 1-4 years of service
• 15 days (120 hours) earned vacation per year upon completing 5-9 years of service
• 20 days (160 hours) earned vacation per year upon completing 10+ years of service
• (2) Floating Holidays per year
• (6) Paid Holidays per year
• Compassionate Leave
• Jury Duty Leave
• Seattle Paid Sick & Safe Time
• Extended Illness Days - unused sick and safe time in excess of 72 hours converted to Extended Illness Days at the end of each calendar year

Perks
• Employee Assistance Program
• Free Uniforms and Cleaning of your Uniform
• Discounted parking
• Discounted Rooms at any participating Hyatt location starting on your first day of employment
• Up to 12 complimentary rooms at any participating Hyatt location after 90 days of service
• Free colleague meals during shift
• Hyatt Colleague discount program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• ORCA Pass subsidy

When applying for a position working at a Hyatt hotel, you are pursuing an opportunity to join a culture built on caring and attentive colleagues who have a passion for providing efficient service and creating meaningful experiences. Our values are the guiding principles for our success, giving us the opportunity to open over 1,500 properties worldwide.

Qualifications

• Previous administrative experience preferred
• Experience in hospitality, facilities management, engineering, or maintenance environments preferred.
• A true desire to satisfy the needs of others in a fast-paced environment
• Professional verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Must be a team player but able to work independently as well
• Able to multitask and prioritize assignments
• Experience with purchasing and financial recordkeeping helpful
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy

All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or caste.