Travel Agent - Colorado Springs, CO
AAA-The Auto Club Group · Colorado Springs, CO · 3 days ago
On-siteManagement$34k/yrFull-time
Sales Growth & Business Development
- Generate new sales, retain existing members and grow ACG’s overall book of business through multiple product offerings.
- Drive new business with competitive products and help retain The Auto Club Group’s 13+ million members.
Member Relationship Management
- Establish and grow mutually beneficial relationships with AAA Members to maximize their member experience and use of AAA benefits, leading to profitable sales, revenue growth and repeat travel bookings.
- Receive and champion customer concerns through to resolution.
Sales Goals & Product Expertise
- Achieve assigned travel, membership, and credit card sales goals.
- Sell cruises, tours, hotel accommodations, air travel, car rental, travel insurance, AAA credit cards, AAA memberships and related travel products and services.
Travel Planning & Booking
- Prepare complex and/or large-scale domestic and international travel packages.
- Complete reservations and advise clients regarding documentation requirements.
- Make necessary travel arrangements, including reservations, payment collection, and document processing.
Lead Generation & Technology Adoption
- Ask for referrals and build and grow a book of client business by utilizing the AAA ACG lead system.
- Proactively learn and utilize AAA ACG digital and communication technologies to achieve objectives.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- 1-year business to consumer sales experience.
Compensation & Benefits Overview
- Total: $34,320 base pay plus up to $10,400 in supplemental pay or commissions, whichever is greater.
- Uncapped earning potential: Earn unlimited commissions on travel sales, with additional commission opportunities for membership and credit card sales.
- Guaranteed commission payouts: We invest in your success as you build your travel sales career.
- Extra incentives: You may be eligible for special performance incentives from ACG and our travel partners, plus a quarterly new hire on-pace bonus.
- Overtime eligibility: This is a non-exempt role, which means you are eligible for overtime.
- Career growth: Build your future through a structured career path paired with an uncapped commission model where growth and earnings are performance driven.
Health & Wellness
- Medical plans with multiple coverage options, including HSA eligibility.
- Prescription drug coverage.
- Dental and vision benefits.
- Employee Assistance Program (confidential support services).
Financial Protection & Insurance
- Company-paid basic life insurance.
- Optional supplemental life insurance and dependent coverage.
- Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
- Critical illness, accident, and pet insurance options.
Retail & Savings
- 401(k) plan to support long-term financial goals.
- Automatic deferral upon eligibility; may contribute 1% to 50% of eligible earnings, either pre or post tax.
- Company match of 50% paid on employee contributions up to 6% of pay, payable to employees following the end of the year; immediate vesting.
- Additional company contribution of 4% of pay each pay day into your account; 100% vested after three (3) years of service.
- Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) options.
Time Off & Leave
- Accrual-based, increases with tenure, eligible at 90 days of employment.
- Full-time new employees will receive up to 12 PTO days annually; accrual based on start date and may include additional PTO based on role and/or state & local requirements.
- Part-time employee PTO hours are calculated based upon the standard weekly hours the employee is scheduled to work and will accrue at a minimum of 3 hours per month.
- Full-time employees are eligible for 10 company-paid holidays annually, in addition to 1 mental health day, 2 floating holidays and 1 volunteer day. Holidays vary by business unit schedules.
- Part-time employees are eligible for 8 company-paid holidays annually, in addition to 1 mental health day and 2 floating holidays. Holidays vary by business unit schedules.
- Additional leave programs, including parental, bereavement, jury duty, and military leave.
Tuition Assistance
- Up to $5,250 annually; 80% covered by ACG.
Professional Certification Support
- 100% reimbursement for eligible programs.
Opportunities for Career Development and Advancement
- Free Travel Partner training certifications provided.
- Travel benefits for completing online training programs, which may result in free or reduced travel.
- Familiarization tours and cruises offered through developmental programs at no cost.
- Exclusive Preferred Partner discounted rates and member benefits help you close the sale.
- Exclusive International Airlines Travel Agent Network Card (IATAN), with benefits that may include hotel and car rental discounts and deeply discounted rates from cruise and tour partners.
- Complimentary membership with the American Society of Travel Advisors (ASTA).
Exclusive Travel Perks
- Free leads, with priority placed on prospects who are most likely to travel.
- In-office travel events and walk-in traffic help drive daily sales opportunities.
- Direct-to-consumer marketing supports Travel Agents and helps generate interest.
- Exclusive Preferred Partner discounted rates and member benefits help you close the sale.
- AAA Members travel more than average consumers, giving you access to an engaged travel audience.
Tools & Team Support to Reduce Administrative Work
- Inside support structure designed to reduce administrative work.
- Support from Air Desk and Inside Sales Agents.
- Interactive group system that provides a seamless booking process.
Training, Certifications & Development
- Free Travel Partner training certifications provided.
- Travel benefits for completing online training programs, which may result in free or reduced travel.
- Familiarization tours and cruises offered through developmental programs at no cost.
Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Options
- HSA and FSA options.