National Search Services is looking for a Leisure Travel Agent located in the Rochester area.

Location and Pay Range:

• Rochester, Minnesota
• $14-$15 /hr

Description:

• Sell travel packages in all product categories, to include the preparation of complex itineraries with a mix of products. Actively solicit and promote new travel business. Advise on best value, location, and mode of travel to meet client needs and develop book of business. Complete reservations and advise clients regarding documentation requirements. Consummate sale by making necessary travel arrangements (i.e. reservation, collection of money, and processing of documents). Receive and resolve related customer concerns. Build and grow a book of client business. May oversee the daily travel operation in an assigned location.

Requirements:

• Successful completion of an approved travel school or two or more years’ experience as a travel agent.
• Certification from Institute: Certified Travel Associate (CTA), Certified Travel Counselor (CTC), Certified Travel Industry Executive (CTIE), Lifestyle Specialist (LS), Destination Specialist (DS), Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) Accredited Cruise Counselor (ACC), Master Cruise Counselor (MCC), tourist board and vendor sponsored certifications, tourist board and vendor sponsored certifications, Advanced Sales Training and Advanced Prospecting Training.
• Experience with planning and booking travel packages containing a mix of products including domestic and international products.

Preferred:

• Galileo Focalpoint/Viewpoint to book domestic/international air, car and hotel
• Travelport Cruise
• Supplier websites to book tours/cruises

 Travel experience to include:

• Cruising and tours
• Independent domestic and internationally

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.