Travel Coordinator

Location:

White Plains, US

Summary

Provides efficient and cost- effective office support operations to the NYPA enterprise. Ensures NYPA information assets are protected, accessible and supports business needs.

Full-Service Travel Agency handling efficient and cost-effective domestic and international travel requests for the NYPA enterprise including air/ground transportation, lodging and/or vehicle rental arrangements for an individual or group of travelers. Responsible for the coordination of off-site meetings for groups in accordance with Travel and Accounting policies and procedures.#LI-VB1

Responsibilities

Process travel accommodations (air, train, hotel, car rentals) through Sabre Global Distribution System (GDS) for approved travel requests in a cost effective, timely manner in accordance with Corporate Travel and Accounting policies and procedures; distribute itineraries and completed reservation information to employees.

Assess unexpected travel complications and/or issues and identify a solution in a timely manner.

Provide back-up itineraries and receipts for travel inquiries related to expense reporting.

Become familiar with business relationships between key stakeholders, travel industry contacts, and NYS agencies, e.g., Office of General Services (OGS).

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel).

Very good written/verbal communication and interpersonal skills.

Proven ability to effectively prioritize work, meet deadlines and provide a high level of customer service.

Education, Experience and Certifications

High school diploma required.

Minimum 2 years of experience in the travel industry preferred.

Proficiency with Sabre Global Distribution System (GDS) required.

Physical Requirements

Minimal travel to NYPA sites, vendor properties and OGS Albany for program administration as needed.

The New York Power Authority is committed to providing fair, competitive, and market-informed compensation. The estimated salary range for this position is:$26.15 - $32.82 per hour. The salary offered will be determined based on the successful candidates' relevant experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Disclaimer: NYPA accepts a standard 12-month F-1 Optional Practical Training (OPT) visa for certain roles. However, please be advised that NYPA is not an E-Verify employer, and as such, we are ineligible to support the F-1 STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) OPT extension (24-month add-on).

The New York Power Authority and Canal Corporation believes that diversity, equity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage women, people of color, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents and veterans to apply. As an equal opportunity employer, NYPA/Canals is committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect communities across New York and enthusiastically serve them. We proudly celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race/color, creed/religion, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, age, disability, military status, gender/sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy and related conditions, familial/marital status, domestic violence victim status, predisposing genetic characteristics, arrest/criminal conviction record or any other category protected by law.

NYPA/Canals will also provide reasonable accommodations during the hiring process related to candidates' disabilities, pregnancy-related conditions, religious observances/practices and/or domestic violence concerns. To request an accommodation, please email accessibility@nypa.gov .

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