Junior Travel Agent/Administrative Assistant

Junior Travel Agent/Administrative Assistant
Job Number # 
17529
Employer 
Twin Travel & Cruises Ltd.
Job Location(s) 
Port Alberni
Number of Positions 
1
Date Posted 
Feb 19, 2018
Apply By 
Mar 01, 2018
Start Date 
ASAP
Schedule 
Full Time
Hours 
35 hours/week
Wage 
Based on experience + Benefits
NOC Code 
6521
Source 
Employer
Details 

We are looking a responsible Full-Time Travel Agent/Administrative Assistant to perform a variety of tasks in the travel industry. Duties of the administrative/personal assistant include providing support to our managers and employees, assisting in daily office needs and managing our company's general administrative activities. 

  1. Manage and organize the calendar, scheduling appointments, interviews and meetings
  2. Making travel and hotel arrangements
  3. Typing correspondence and reports
  4. Screening phone calls, letters and emails
  5. Maintaining a filing system and keeping necessary documents readily accessible when required
  6. Looking for a self-motivator 
  7. Being proactive 
  8. Punctual 
  9. Flexible with working hours 
Qualifications 
  • Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office and exceptional typing skills
  • Travel industry experience and knowledge preferred, but willing to provide training for right applicant
  • Excellent written/verbal communication skills (English)
  • Ability in driving to pick up stuff within local area. We will provide gas compensation
  • Excellent knowledge of Excel and other MS applications 
  • Positive attitude and ability to work independantly with little to no supervision 
  • Detail oriented and organized with the ability to multi-task 
  • Works well under pressure and ability to work well as part of a team
  • Sales experience would definately be an asset
  • Familiarity with online booking engines 
  • High school diploma (or equivalent) 

Wage Subsidy:

This position is open to everyone, however, if you are eligible for a Wage Subsidy please inform the employer upon contact.  To become eligible you must first contact the Alberni Valley Employment Centre. A Wage Subsidy is available to individuals who are unemployed or working less than 20 hours per week, and are:

  • Currently on EI Benefits; or
  • Not currently on EI Benefits but have had a claim within the previous 60 months (5 Years).

Please contact:  Alberni Valley Employment Centre, by phone: (250) 724-4560, or in person at: 4805-B Mar St. Port Alberni to find out more about your eligibility for Wage Subsidy.  

 

How to Apply 

Apply in person to: 4766 Johnston Road, Port Alberni or by email to: Cathy@twintravel.ca