Specialty Group Travel Consultant

Holbrook Travel is offering an exciting opportunity for a skilled travel planner who is seeking a career with a company that has been a pioneer in sustainable tourism since its beginnings in 1974. Holbrook specializes in providing a true connection between our travelers and the nature and people of our destinations to create experiences that last a lifetime. Holbrook works with organizations throughout the United States to create travel programs that fulfill a purpose for the traveler and often support the mission of the organization or leader. Our primary areas of expertise are Latin America and East Africa. Additionally, Holbrook owns and operates Selva Verde Lodge and Private Reserve as well as a local tour company in Costa Rica. Holbrook is seeking an enthusiastic person who has a love for connecting with others and holds a strong belief in travel as a valuable vehicle for conservation and experiential learning. Candidates could come from a variety of backgrounds, such as teaching, travel, non-profit, development, or natural resources. Experience with educational travel, being technologically savvy, able to travel, and having ties to conservation and educational communities are all important ingredients. This full-time, permanent position in our Sales team requires a broad range of skills of an organized and motivated individual. Applicants must have excellent verbal and written communication skills and work well within a team environment. Experience in a commercial sales environment, marketing background, international travel experience, non-profit or science background, and fluency in Spanish are considered a huge plus for applicants. We are looking forward to welcoming a new member into our dynamic and unique team! Key ResponsibilitiesPlan successful small-group travel for organizational partners such as conservation organizations, zoos, aquariums, public gardens, alumni associations and educatorsNetwork in non-profit and education communitiesOutreach to new and existing organizations to plan group travel programsProvide client customer serviceCRM database management working with internal teams Required Qualifications, Skills and Knowledge Bachelor’s degreeTravel experience (Latin America, East Africa, other areas that Holbrook offers)Professional experience in travel or related fieldInitiative, self-starter, leadershipEnthusiasm, desire to connect with othersTies to educational and conservation communitiesKnowledge of world geographyExcellent verbal and written communication skillsOrganizational/time management skills: Job requires working on multiple concurrent projects. Must be able to keep work organized and meet deadlines.Proficient knowledge of MS Office applications; Hubspot knowledge helpful A successful person on the Holbrook team will have experience in and enjoy: Working to support enthusiastic travelers for unique travel opportunitiesSupporting the cultivation of leads and relationships within the sustainable travel mission and structure of the companyWorking as the point person within a multi-team concept, to support a client-focused experienceHelping organizations and expedition hosts use travel to build affinity and raise fundsBuilding and nurturing relationships with professionals in the office and outside our officesFlexibility to enjoy the ebb and flow of our work and encourage the positive energy for creativity on the job and efficient group management Work LocationRemote work or hybrid (office + remote if you live in the Gainesville, FL area) Job TypeFull-time, Permanent Salary$42,500 Base Salary with structured commission plan. Commission over and above salary is based on annual sales (groups that complete travel within that calendar year).1st & 2nd year – guaranteed commission $7,500 first year & $4,500 second year Benefits50% health and dental insurance premiums covered first and second year of employment for employee, 75% the third year, then 100% after completing 3 full years2 weeks' paid vacation; 3 weeks after your 5th year of employment done on a paid time off system8 paid holidays – New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day & Friday after, Christmas DayParental leave Applicants must be U.S. citizens or have the appropriate documentation required to be eligible to work in the U.S. Holbrook Travel is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Please email a cover letter and CV to: debbie@holbrooktravel.com. All qualified applicants will receive an acknowledgement of their interest. After that acknowledgement, only candidates that have been selected for further consideration will be contacted by Holbrook.