Director, Development

Your company, your values, your career!

Coast Hotels is a dynamic and growing brand. Our culture is rooted in our values, leadership accountability, and the growth and development of our Ambassadors.

Director, Development
Location: Washington State
Department: Development
Reports to: Senior Vice President, Development

About the Role
Coast Hotels is growing, and we’re looking for a Director, Development to help expand our brand through the acquisition of new franchise and management partnerships. This role plays a key part in supporting the company’s growth strategy, building strong relationships with hotel managers, owners and investors, and ensuring that every Coast property reflects our brand standards and delivers exceptional guest experiences.

What You’ll Do
Business Leadership

• Identify opportunities to grow the Coast Hotels brand.
• Support planning and change initiatives with the Senior Vice President, Development and other key company leaders.
• Stay up to date on hotel industry trends, competitors, and new developments.
• Represent Coast Hotels at industry events and build professional relationships.
• Ensure strategies and projects align with Coast Hotels’ brand standards.

Operational Leadership

• Support and review franchise and management agreements.
• Visit and evaluate hotels to ensure brand consistency and operational excellence.
• Build and maintain strong partnerships with franchise and management teams.
• Assist in solving operational challenges and improving performance across properties.

People & Culture Leadership

• Promote Coast Hotels’ values and positive workplace culture.
• Support franchise partners in meeting Coast’s People & Culture expectations.
• Build strong working relationships through clear communication and collaboration.
• Encourage engagement and recognition among teams and partners.

Guest & Community Leadership

• Represent Coast Hotels positively in the community and support local initiatives.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree, diploma, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum 5 years of hotel development, sales & marketing, and/or operations experience.
• Experience in hotel real estate or development is a must.
• Strong understanding of hotel franchise brands and market dynamics.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
• Proven ability to build and maintain strong business relationships.
• Skilled problem-solver with sound judgment and accountability.
• Must be able to travel up to 50% of the time (valid driver’s license required).

Why Join Coast Hotels?
At Coast Hotels, our Ambassadors (employees) are the heart of our success. We offer a collaborative and values-driven environment, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to make an impact as part of a trusted and growing hospitality brand.

Coast Hotels offers a variety of benefits, including competitive wages & benefits, employee discounts, training & development, career advancement opportunities & more!

Coast Hotels is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Coast Hotels would like to thank all interested applicants
Only those selected for an interview will be contacted

NO PLACE LIKE COAST !