Skip to Main Content

Travel Agent Job Description Sample Template

1
Travel

This free Travel Agent job description sample template can help you attract an innovative and experienced Travel Agent to your company. We make the hiring process one step easier by giving you a template to simply post to our site. Make sure to add requirements, benefits, and perks specific to the role and your company.

Travel Agent Job Summary

We are looking for a friendly and reliable Travel Agent who is passionate about helping others have a stress-free experience when making travel plans. You will work with customers through phone calls and live chat platforms to discuss their destinations, transportation and lodging preferences, and if they need any recommendations on entertainment in their travel location. We work with both personal and business travel, and often promote special deals with our travel partners. Our ideal candidate has worked in the travel industry or customer service for at least one year, but we are willing to train the right person.

Travel Agent Duties and Responsibilities

  • Discuss travel goals with customers, including lodging preferences and budget
  • Compare complete and partial packages to find the best fit for the client
  • Use travel software to book all aspects of the client’s trip, including travel insurance when necessary
  • Record all transactions and provide the customer with appropriate receipts
  • Handle customer complaints, travel issues, or refund requests

Travel Agent Requirements and Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent; degree in hospitality, tourism, or a related field a plus
  • 1+ years experience in the travel industry preferred
  • Strong working knowledge of computer reservations systems, GDS systems, and e-traveling
  • Current knowledge of travel trends, both domestic and international
  • Significant personal travel experience a plus
  • Excellent communication and customer service skills
1

This template is provided for informational purposes only. The ultimate responsibility for selecting an accurate and non-misleading job title and description, and ensuring that a job posting does not otherwise violate any applicable laws or ZipRecruiter’s Terms of Use, rests solely with the employer. ZipRecruiter makes no representation as to whether the template above accurately describes the employer’s job posting. Please review our Terms of Use and Job Posting Rules for further information.