Inbound Phone Sales Agent

Position Purpose This on‑site position in St Augustine, FL, is responsible for managing a large number of inbound sales phone calls promptly for tours and attractions located across the United States. You answer calls with a smile in your voice, enthusiasm, and pride in our many tourist locations and products. Your primary task is to make a high‑energy sales pitch to sell tickets and take reservations while communicating accurate information. You ensure the customer knows what they would miss by not taking our tour and you tell our story to everyone you come in contact with; they judge our company and all of our CAST members by the way you perform your job. Employee Benefits Competitive pay: $15 per hour + commission Paid training: $17 per hour All FT employees are eligible for paid vacation time, as well as company‑sponsored health and wellness plans All FT, PT, and seasonal employees are eligible for paid sick time, 401(k) plan with company matching*, a fun and upbeat work environment with various award and recognition celebrations throughout the year, First Stop Health – 24‑hr access to a doctor by phone or computer for employee and their dependents (employer pays 100%), discounts in retail stores, and free admission to all company attractions Operating tours, attractions and retail in Boston, Charleston, Key West, Nashville, San Antonio, San Diego, St. Augustine, Savannah, and Washington, DC since 1980. Start Your New Career With Us Today This position requires the ability to work flexible hours/shifts, days/night including weekends, weekdays, evenings, and holidays. Eligibility requirements may apply. Essential Functions Answer inbound calls from both telephone and live chat on the websites promptly and professionally. Extend courtesy and hospitality in full measure to every guest. Provide information and build the customer's interest in the services and products offered by the company. Proactively encourage guests to purchase tour tickets. Sell additional services by recognizing opportunities to upsell. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities High degrees of self‑motivation and the ability to work independently over long periods of time within the scope of established rules and regulations. Demonstrable customer service and sales skills. Ability to accurately type 40 to 45 words per minute. Ability to read, write, and speak clear English to communicate with coworkers and the general public. Sound knowledge of telephone etiquette and the ability to speak in a clear voice. No shouting or interrupting the customer. Voice modulation. Qualifications High school graduate or equivalent preferred. Six months or more experience in a call center environment or customer service experience is preferred. Other Requirements Must pass pre‑employment background check and substance abuse testing. Ability to learn and memorize details of the products sold by the National Customer Care Center in 90 days. #J-18808-Ljbffr