Associate Retail Travel Agent

AAA Mid Atlantic • Rockville, MD • 3h ago

Bring Your Sales Expertise to an Exciting Career in Travel!

Do you love exploring new places and sharing your experiences? At AAA Club Alliance, we're looking for enthusiastic, sales-driven individuals who want to help others create unforgettable travel experiences. Whether you're a seasoned travel professional or just starting your journey, if you excel in sales and customer service, have a passion for learning, and embrace new technology, this role is for you!

For over 100 years, we've been the go-to travel experts as we've continued to evolve to meet the needs of modern travelers. Join a dynamic sales team known for providing world-class service, while you make our clients' travel dreams come true.

What You'll Do as a AAA Retail Travel Agent

Craft unforgettable domestic and international travel experiences-cruises, land tours, flights, hotels, and more.

Use your personal travel experiences to inspire and guide clients.

Build long-term relationships, turning first-time clients into loyal travelers.

Leverage AAA's established travel strategy to maximize success and achieve your sales goals.

Process bookings, payments, and travel documentation while ensuring compliance with ARC, DOT, and AAA policies.

Educate clients on AAA benefits, including exclusive travel perks and the AAA-branded credit card.

Resolve client concerns under management guidance.

Attend promotional events, training, and familiarization trips to stay ahead in the industry.

Why AAA? Your Career, Your Adventure!

Training & Growth: Whether you're new to the industry or an experienced pro, we invest in your success with expert-led training and coaching. This position offers a path for career growth. Through structured training, mentorship, ongoing learning, and required certification, you can advance to a Travel Agent role. Beyond that, we also offer a Senior Travel Agent level, providing continued opportunities for professional development.

Exclusive Perks: Company-sponsored IATAN cards for travel discounts + personal travel opportunities at exclusive rates.

Paid Educational Trips: Explore destinations firsthand and build your expertise.

No Sundays: Enjoy a consistent schedule with Sundays off!

Convenient Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 AM-6 PM, and Saturday, 8 AM-5 PM (37.5-hour work week).

Store Location: 718 Rockville Pike Rockville, MD 20852

Competitive Pay & Comprehensive Benefits

Base Salary: The starting base compensation for this position is $18.82 to $29.31/hourly. Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience, geographic location, and other job-related factors as permitted by law.

Monthly Incentives: This position is eligible to earn incentive pay with an average payout of $550 - $1,100 per month, after approximately 6 months of employment.

Paid Time Off: 3+ weeks accrued in your first year.

Full Benefits Package: Medical, dental, vision, retirement plans, and more.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: High school diploma or equivalent (Associate's degree or travel school graduate preferred).

Experience:

At least 1 year of retail experience required.

Minimum of 1 year of experience as a retail/leisure travel agent (or other comparable travel experience) preferred.

Skills: Excellent communication and customer service skills, strong organizational ability, proficiency with travel booking systems and web-based applications, and working knowledge of geography.

Certifications: Certified Travel Associate (CTA) designation required within 2 years of hire. The company covers the cost of the program and testing and provides paid time to complete the certification.

Satisfactory Background: Satisfactory pre-employment and post-employment screening results including criminal, drug, and state and/or vendor specific screenings. This may include ability to obtain necessary Membership license (or others) as required to perform the essential functions of the position.

Full time Associates are offered a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

Medical, Dental, and Vision plan options

Up to 2 weeks Paid parental leave

401k plan with company match up to 7%

2+ weeks of PTO within your first year

Paid company holidays

Company provided volunteer opportunities + 1 volunteer day per year

Free AAA Membership

Continual learning reimbursement up to $5,250 per year

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