What are the responsibilities and job description for the Travel Advisor position at Here I Go Travel Co.?
Job Title: Independent Contractor Travel Advisor (Entry Level)
Agreement Type: Business-to-Business (not an employment relationship)
Reports To: Owner/ Agency Director
Company: Here I Go Travel Co.
Location: Remote, United States, Preference to Omaha, Dallas, and Oklahoma City metro areas
Currently no positions are available in the following states: Washington, California, Hawaii, Kansas, and Florida
Position Summary
Here I Go Travel Co., a full-service independent travel agency, is seeking motivated and service-focused individuals to join our team as Independent Contractor Travel Advisors. This opportunity is ideal for those who are new to the travel industry and excited to build a thriving business, helping clients plan unforgettable vacations. We provide the training, tools, and ongoing support necessary for success. You bring enthusiasm, professionalism, and a commitment to exceptional customer care.
Responsibilities
• Assist clients with planning and booking business and leisure travel, including cruises, resorts, tours, and custom itineraries. If a client’s needs fall outside your knowledge or comfort level, refer them to the host agency for support.
• Research destinations, compare travel options, and design personalized travel experiences based on client interests and budgets.
• Deliver exceptional customer service and maintain timely communication throughout the planning and travel process. This includes resolution of traveler issues as they arise.
• Prepare accurate quotes, invoices, and confirmations using agency-approved platforms.
• Stay up to date on supplier promotions, travel trends, and destination knowledge through ongoing training and webinars.
• Build and manage your client base through relationship development, networking, marketing, and social media engagement.
• Maintain professionalism, integrity, and confidentiality with all client and business information.
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to service excellence and client satisfaction. This requires availability for customer communication before, during, and after travel.
• Uphold industry standards associated with agency certifications, including CLIA and ASTA, etc.
Qualifications
• No previous travel industry experience is required; comprehensive training is provided. However, successful candidates typically have personal travel experience in at least one area of travel.
• A genuine passion for travel and for helping others create memorable experiences.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Comfortable interacting by phone, virtual meeting, and in person. Able to use email communication effectively.
• Organized, self-motivated, and detail-oriented, with the ability to work independently. Consistently double-checks work for accuracy.
• Basic computer skills and comfort using phone, email, online forms, and social media platforms.
• Access to a reliable computer, internet connection, and phone.
We only contract the best and brightest talent. If you are interested in submitting a resume and completing an online interview, please email travel@hereigotravelcompany.com.