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... travel programs. Delivering on our brand promise, the Store Director acts with an owner/operator mentality to ensure that our people, programs and facility provide a safe, positive, engaging and ...

Store Director

Peoria, AZ · On-site

$50K - $60K/yr

... travel programs. Delivering on our brand promise, the Store Director acts with an owner/operator mentality to ensure that our people, programs and facility provide a safe, positive, engaging and ...

Travel Program Director

Omaha, NE · On-site

$70K - $80K/yr

Travel Program Director, Diventures Travel, LLC Role Profile The Travel Program Director leads Diventures Travel, LLC's wholesale and retail scuba diving travel business, driving growth through ...

Reporting to Director, Travel Partners, you'll coordinate across stakeholders while owning the full motion from strategy to execution, and you'll be the connective tissue between what our partners ...

The role reports to Director, Travel Partners. Key Responsibilities * End-to-end partner onboarding - from application review to launch * Contract architecture: master agreements, renewals, tracking ...

Manager is traveling and will be reviewing resumes while OOO Responsibilities: Candidate will provide full Admin support for one Executive Director, travel and expense support for four Directors ...

Manager is traveling and will be reviewing resumes while OOO Responsibilities: Candidate will provide full Admin support for one Executive Director, travel and expense support for four Directors ...

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How much do director travel jobs pay per year?

As of May 28, 2026, the average yearly pay for director travel in the United States is $127,543.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $88,000.00 and $150,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Director of Travel, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Director of Travel, you need expertise in travel management, budgeting, negotiation, and a strong understanding of travel policies, often supported by a degree in hospitality, business, or a related field. Familiarity with travel booking systems (such as GDS or online booking tools), expense management software, and possibly certifications like Certified Corporate Travel Executive (CCTE) are common requirements. Leadership, strategic thinking, and excellent communication skills help you build relationships with vendors and effectively manage teams. These competencies ensure cost-effective travel programs, compliance, and high satisfaction among stakeholders.

How does a Director of Travel typically collaborate with other departments within an organization?

A Director of Travel works closely with departments such as finance, procurement, HR, and executive leadership to create and implement travel policies that align with company goals. They regularly coordinate with finance to manage budgets, ensure cost-effective travel solutions, and monitor compliance. Collaboration with HR is important for supporting employee relocation or onboarding processes, while working with procurement ensures vendor contracts and partnerships are optimized. Effective cross-departmental communication is key to streamlining processes, addressing traveler needs, and supporting overall organizational objectives.

What does a Director of Travel do?

A Director of Travel oversees and manages all aspects of an organization’s travel program. This includes developing travel policies, negotiating with travel vendors, ensuring compliance with regulations, and optimizing travel costs. They are responsible for ensuring that employees travel efficiently and safely while staying within budget. Additionally, they analyze travel data to identify cost-saving opportunities and improve travel experiences for staff.

What is the difference between Director Travel vs Travel Manager?

AspectDirector TravelTravel Manager
CredentialsOften requires extensive experience in travel planning, certifications like CTC or CTCMTypically holds similar certifications but with less seniority
Work EnvironmentStrategic planning, overseeing travel departments, high-level decision makingOperational management, coordinating travel arrangements, vendor negotiations
Industry UsageUsed in large corporations, travel agencies, and corporate travel departmentsCommon in corporate settings, travel agencies, and hospitality industries

The main difference between a Director Travel and a Travel Manager lies in their level of responsibility and scope. Directors focus on strategic oversight and long-term planning, while Travel Managers handle day-to-day operations and vendor relations. Both roles require relevant certifications and experience, but the Director Travel typically operates at a higher managerial level within organizations.

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Infographic showing various Director Travel job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 5% Part Time, and 15% Contract. Highlights an 84% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 14% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $127,543 per year, or $61.3 per hour.

Patient Dining Solutions Support Director (Travel Required)

Compass Group

Atlanta, GA

$90K - $95K/yr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 28 days ago


Compass Group rating

6.3

Company rating: 6.3 out of 10

Based on 1,051 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

 Salary: $90,000-95,000

Other Forms of Compensation: Annual Bonus Potential, Travel Expenses Covered, Cell Phone Stipend 

Territory: Nationwide Morrison Healthcare Business with occasional collaboration with Touchpoint and Unidine- 50% Nationwide Travel

Morrison Healthcare, a Compass Healthcare company, is a leader in healthcare food and nutrition services company, serving more than 1,000 hospitals and healthcare systems across the country. With more than 31,000 associates nationwide, Morrison uses the Power of Food to create personalized dining experiences for patients and in their cafes to advance the healing and healthful missions of its clients. Morrison has been serving some of the nation's largest health systems for more than 70 years, and it leverages culinary, nutritional, and operational expertise to provide consistency and transform the healthcare experience. Since 2012, Morrison has been recognized as one of Modern Healthcare's Best Places to Work and Training Magazine has named it a Top 125/APEX Award Training Organization. Morrison has more than 1,600 registered dietitians and 1,200 executive chefs, and serves more than 600M meals annually.

Summary: Under the direction of the Director of Patient Solutions Support Team, this position provides leadership for the Morrison field patient services. As such, this position focuses on new business, technology implementations, and Compass Group Patient Program support nationally. 

The position and the team at large are responsible for:

  • Designing and implementing Morrison branded patient service programs
  • Training field personnel responsible for patient services 
  • Innovation of new programs and evolution of existing programs
  • Support and participate in sales training on-site, in classes or otherwise stipulated as needed.

Supervisory Responsibilities: Patient Solutions Support Manager team members

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:    

  • Actively engaged in the training of Morrison Branded patient dining program standards
  • Works closely with My Dining and Compass IT team members to support technology services for patient dining programs during a new business opening or technology implementation.
  • Communicates effectively to ensure all deadlines and financial goals are met
  • Works closely with the corporate and regional team staff to support field and corporate initiatives.
  • Manage and execute various projects simultaneously
  • Timely, ongoing, and consistent communication to direct reports & stakeholders to ensure deadlines and goals are met

Compliance expectations:

  • Completes all required documentation and reports in a timely, professional and thorough manner.
  • Develops and analyzes budget data utilizing the established goals and objectives for the department.
  • Communicates effectively with all team members, clients and customers.  This includes telephone, written, and electronic communication.
  • Participates and attends company and client meetings, staff development, and professional programs, as appropriate.
  • Reads and complies with all policies and procedures of Morrison and Compass as appropriate.
  • Follows client facility, Morrison and Compass safety policies and procedures to include incident reporting.
  • Projects and practices consistent ownership attributes, which provide a high level of customer service at all points of contact.
  • Performs other tasks that may be assigned.     

Qualifications, Education and Experience:        

    • Minimum of 3 years in Patient Dining services experience in acute or long-term care required. Multi-unit experience preferred.
    • Must be willing to travel on a regular basis - 25-50% of time.
    • Strong history of process improvement knowledge, QAPI, data analysis. Six Sigma Certification is a plus.
    • Demonstrates strong technical and scientific knowledge with an awareness of management consideration.
    • Ability to multi-task and establish priorities.
    • Must be experienced with computers and software to include Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Power Point, Teams), Smartsheet, and Project Management experience preferred.  Webtrition experience is a plus.
    • Ability to effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, to all levels of persons.
    • Ability to effectively deliver public presentations.

Apply to Morrison Healthcare today!

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Associates at Morrison Healthcare are offered many fantastic benefits. 

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Life Insurance/ AD
  • Disability Insurance
  • Retirement Plan
  • Flexible Time Off
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
  • Personal Leave
  • Associate Shopping Program
  • Health and Wellness Programs
  • Discount Marketplace
  • Identity Theft Protection
  • Pet Insurance
  • Commuter Benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_MorrisonHealthcare.pdf

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. We encourage applicants with a criminal history (and driving history) to apply.

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Morrison Healthcare maintains a drug-free workplace.

Req ID:  1521129

Morrison Healthcare 

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