Travel Consultant

Travel Consultant Discovering the World- One Member at a Time! A love of travel attracts many people to the field, but to succeed a Travel Consultant must be passionate about travel and the endless opportunities it brings to bridge history, cultures and cuisine. Successful Travel Consultant must have a strong sales drive, organizational skills with an eye for detail, the ability to multi‑task in a fast‑paced environment, demonstrated proficiency in navigating computers and various programs, good written and oral communication skills, and a willingness to be in a continuous learning curve. Responsibilities Sells international and domestic travel packages including cruises, land packages, travel itineraries, air, car, and hotel. Shares knowledge and expertise from personal experiences and/or educational study trips. Develops long‑standing relationships with members and builds referral and repeat business. Makes appropriate recommendations to ensure the trip experience exceeds expectations and is tailored to members’ needs. Cross‑sells relevant products to enhance the trip experience such as AAA Member Rewards Credit Card and identity theft protection. Training & Development Extensive training through The Auto Club University. Regular recognition through various company programs and incentives for trips, cash, and prizes. Company‑sponsored IATAN cards, providing exclusive travel consultant discounts. Personal travel opportunities at discounted pricing. Corporate benefits for insurance products. Paid educational study trips to promote career development. Quarterly incentives/bonuses for achieving established production tiers. Required / Preferred Skills High school diploma required; a 2‑ or 4‑year college degree preferred. Must pass a comprehensive criminal background check and a thorough urine drug screening. Two to five years of sales experience in a performance‑driven environment. This role is very sales‑focused and requires consistent ownership of revenue goals, strong closing skills, and a proven ability to meet or exceed monthly sales targets. Qualifications Passion for travel, not just a hobby or wish. Available to work most Saturdays and some evenings. Completion of our Travel Consultant Trainee program, which includes travel for training. Driven by sales and exceeding goals. Computer savvy with proficiency in multiple systems and web browsers, Microsoft Office, and typing at least 30 WPM. Strong and comfortable with paperwork and highly organized. Travel Consultants start at $23.50/hour with structured, hands‑on training. As they progress through a defined ramp‑up period, earnings increase. Once fully established and meeting sales goals, Travel Advisors typically earn $55,000–$65,000 annually through base pay and incentives, with top performers exceeding $85,000+ in an uncapped commission structure. Benefits Health coverage for medical, dental, vision. 401(k) saving plans with company match and pension. Tuition assistance. Floating holidays and PTO for community volunteer programs. Paid parental leave. Wellness programs. Employee discounts on membership, insurance, travel, entertainment, services, and more. AAA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our organization participates in E‑Verify. The Automobile Club of Southern California will consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), the Unincorporated Los Angeles County (ULAC) regulation, and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA). #J-18808-Ljbffr