What are the responsibilities and job description for the Travel Consultant - Government Accounts position at ADTRAV Travel Management?
Job Description
Job Description
ADTRAV Travel Management, founded in 1977, has over four decades of experience in managing corporate, government, vacation, group, meetings, and incentive travel programs across the United States. We have experienced steady growth throughout our history and are currently ranked as one of the top business travel management companies in the country.
ADTRAV is seeking a Government Travel Consultant to be responsible for all aspects of travel management for our government clients. This includes conversing with customers through multiple communication channels to determine destination, mode of transportation, travel dates, financial considerations and accommodations required. The Government Travel Consultant will also be responsible for booking and issuing domestic and complex international airline itineraries, hotel reservations and car and train reservations through a GDS system.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following :
- Answer calls and emails promptly from clients who are requesting new travel arrangements or changes to existing itineraries.
- Utilize Sabre to book and issue airline, hotel, car, and other reservations, accurately and efficiently.
- Maintain sufficient account knowledge to assist clients without delay.
- Check queues daily to ensure accuracy and that all issued tickets are complete.
- Maintain service non-stop programs such as preferred vendors, Waiver / Favors, RezCritiques, and Vacation Referrals.
- Provide travel expertise to clients.
- Send quotes for international travel; break rules down to see if there are restrictions or are non-refundable, understand open skies and FAA rules.
- Meet KPIs as outlined by management (e.g., productivity, transactions, etc.), including maintaining consistent attendance and adherence to the schedule.
- Communicate with airlines on flight changes, seating, and upgrades and provide updates to the client as needed.
- Follow ADTRAV policies, procedures, and approved workflows on how to service travelers.
- Provide excellent customer service in every interaction with travelers. Show empathy and be able to identify and solve traveler issues.
- Communicate effectively with other agents and employees to solve problems, gather information, and service travelers.
- Become knowledgeable in ADTRAV's industry and customer base.
- Participate in ongoing training to continuously build knowledge and skills in the industry.
- Represent ADTRAV by embracing the company values and maintaining effective working relationships with employees, partners, vendors, and clients.
- Adhere to company policies and procedures.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications :
The pay range for this position is $23-$25 / hour. Pay is based on the team, and experience booking government and international travel. There are opportunities for quarterly bonuses based on meeting outlined KPIs. ADTRAV offers a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life, disability, Flexible Spending Accounts, 401(k), and PTO.
ADTRAV Corporation an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
Salary : $23 - $25
